Regulatory
Alignment
At the IQF-Independent Regulatory Council (IQF-IRC), we are dedicated to fostering collaboration and cooperation with national and regional regulatory bodies worldwide. We recognize the pivotal role these bodies play in ensuring the quality, standards, and recognition of qualifications within their respective jurisdictions. By aligning and recognizing these regulatory bodies, IQF-IRC aims to establish a comprehensive and globally respected framework for qualifications.
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Alignment Process:
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Collaboration: IQF-IRC actively encourages dialogue and partnership with national and regional regulatory bodies to establish a mutual understanding of our shared goals. We endeavor to work closely with these bodies to identify areas of alignment, harmonization, and cooperation to create a standardized and universally recognized framework for qualifications.
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Exchange of Information: IQF-IRC facilitates the exchange of information and best practices among regulatory bodies. By promoting open communication channels, we encourage the sharing of insights, methodologies, and approaches to ensure consistency, fairness, and quality in the assessment and recognition of qualifications.
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Comparative Analysis: IQF-IRC conducts in-depth comparative analyses of the qualification frameworks, policies, and practices of regulatory bodies across different countries and regions. This analysis enables us to identify commonalities, differences, and areas where equivalencies can be established, promoting transparency and comparability of qualifications on an international scale.
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Framework Development: Based on the information gathered and the collaboration with regulatory bodies, IQF-IRC develops a comprehensive framework that outlines the levels, descriptors, credit systems, and learning outcomes of qualifications. This framework serves as a guiding reference for regulatory bodies, educational institutions, employers, and individuals seeking to understand and compare qualifications obtained within the IQF-IRC ecosystem.
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Recognition Process:
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Evaluation and Review: IQF-IRC rigorously evaluates the regulatory bodies seeking recognition within our framework. We assess their accreditation processes, quality assurance mechanisms, and adherence to international standards such as those set by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This evaluation process ensures that recognized bodies maintain the highest standards of credibility, integrity, and transparency.
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Equivalency Determination: Through a thorough analysis of qualification frameworks and assessments, IQF-IRC determines equivalencies between qualifications issued by different regulatory bodies. These equivalencies help individuals, educational institutions, and employers understand the level, relevance, and comparability of qualifications obtained from various countries and regions.
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Mutual Recognition Agreements: IQF-IRC encourages the establishment of mutual recognition agreements between regulatory bodies. These agreements facilitate the recognition and acceptance of qualifications across borders, reducing barriers to educational and professional mobility and promoting the international transferability of skills and knowledge.
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Ongoing Collaboration: IQF-IRC maintains an ongoing relationship with recognized regulatory bodies, promoting continuous collaboration and exchange of information. We encourage these bodies to share updates, changes, and improvements to their qualification systems, ensuring that the IQF-IRC framework remains up-to-date and relevant in an ever-evolving global landscape.
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By aligning and recognizing regulatory bodies, IQF-IRC ensures that qualifications obtained through these bodies are valued, understood, and accepted worldwide. Together with our partners, we strive to build a robust and inclusive qualification ecosystem that unlocks opportunities for individuals, strengthens educational systems, and fosters international cooperation and understanding.
Recognized Regulatory Bodies within IQF:
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Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) - United Kingdom
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NARIC (National Recognition Information Centres) - European Union
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NCEA (New Zealand Qualifications Authority) - New Zealand
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Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) - Australia
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CXC (Caribbean Examinations Council) - Caribbean region
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SACE (South African Qualifications Authority) - South Africa
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BMBF (Federal Ministry of Education and Research) - Germany
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U.S. Department of Education (ED) - USA
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UGC (University Grants Commission) - India
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CNCP (National Commission for Certifications and Professional Qualifications) - France
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NZQA (Namibia Qualifications Authority) - Namibia
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CXC (Caribbean Examinations Council) - Caribbean region
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NAQA (National Agency for Quality Assurance in Education and Research) - Ukraine
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ENIC-NARIC (European Network of Information Centres - National Academic Recognition Information Centres) - Europe
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NARIC Japan (National Institution for Academic Degrees and Quality Enhancement of Higher Education) - Japan
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KIWA (Knowledge and Human Development Authority) - United Arab Emirates
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MOE (Ministry of Education) - China: The Ministry of Education in China
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HEC (Higher Education Commission) - Pakistan
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NACC (National Accreditation Council for Teacher Education) - India
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MQA (Malaysian Qualifications Agency) - Malaysia
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QQA (Quality Assurance and Accreditation Council) - Bahrain
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NAB (National Accreditation Board) - India
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BAN-PT (National Accreditation Agency for Higher Education) - Indonesia
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TEC (Tertiary Education Commission) - Sri Lanka
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