NATIONAL QUALIFICATION AUTHORITY

REPORT OF EXPERT PANELS ON VALIDATION OF QUALIFICATION

PART 1: SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS

DETAILS OF VALIDATED QUALIFICATIONS BY THE PANEL:

Title of Qualification

METAL-WORKER Semi-qualified employee Qualified employee

Level of Qualification in NQF

NQF Level 5

NQF Level 4 √

NQF Level 3 √

NQF Level 2

NQF Level 1

Type of Qualification

School based qualification combined General and Vocational Education

Qualification in Vocational Training based on National Vocational Standards

v

Qualification in Vocational Training based on Vocational Standards

Other (specify)

Qualification based on international occupation standards.

DVS- Standard EN 287-1 for welding and Standard EN ISO 15609-1:2004

EN 15614; SK EN ISO 5817; EN ISO 17636-1; EN 1321 ISO 17639; EN 1320 ISO 9017; EN ISO 5173

√

Value of Qualification credits

No of Credits

(1 Credit = 10 non-real hours)

151.8

Typical number of required classes/hours

Guided learning (Contact) Hours

200 ore

Self-study

735

Practice

322

Assessment 261

NAME OF APPLYING INSTITUTION:

Training Centre -Kosovo Energy Corporate, Public Company Business Registration Number: 70325399 Fiscal number: 600262597

NAMES OF EXPERT PANEL MEMBERS PARTICIPATING IN ASSESSMENT:

RAMЁ LIKAJ - EXPERT – CHAIR OF THE PANEL

ALI BARDHI - EXPERT - MEMBER OF THE PANEL

AVNI GASHI - EXPERT FOR QUALITY ASSURANCE - NQA

DATES OF ASSESSMENT MEETINGS:

04/05/2012 Visit of the panel in KEK TC 08/05/2012 Drafting of the report

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD OF NQA:

Approved only as a vocational training centre √

No accreditation

If accreditation is recommended, indicate extension and date proposed for expiry of accreditation:

Conditions (if any):

1. Installation of instructions for each machine in the cabinets

2. The candidates during the practical work in the workshop must have with them the material of the modular unit with the drawings and steps of work regarding the specific task (the material exists but it must be placed at the workstations)

3. Forms which are used for completing the documentation must be updated and standardised.

Last deadline:

01/09/2012

01/09/2012

01/01/2013

Recommendation agreed by the Panel on:

Signed:

…………………………………………………… (Chair of the Panel)

PART 2: GENERAL OUTCOMES AND CONCLUSIONS

GENERAL OBSERVATIONS ON THE VALIDATED APPLICATION AND APPLYING INSTITUTION

Verification of data and applications; The panel estimated that compilation of the application for validation of the qualification “Welding” mainly had sufficient information, but some parts all data must be presented by the institution and all requested evidence need to be attached in the best way possible. At this stage additional documentation was requested in order to have this application complete, for what the management and the Quality Coordinator of KEK TC were highly cooperative.

Structure of qualification and modules; Documents and materials used for training; During the visit it has been found that this qualification is based on a modular structure which in general meets the demands of the labour market. For this qualification are mainly used materials drafted by KEK TC. KEK TC has provided evidence for the developed qualification and for the learning package for training implementation, which was in satisfactory level and drafted with the assistance from external consultants and TC trainers from the field of welding, based on the national and international standards including important elements of preparation and certification and training of welders.

Evidence for assessment, certification, tests;

As for the tests, panel has been provided with sufficient evidence for the entry test which is done in a form of interview in between the trainer and the candidate. During this interview previous knowledge of the candidate and the training needs are identified, where a good cooperation is noticed between KEK TC, KEK Corporate and private companies. This assessment is part of the portfolio of the candidate. Other forms of assessment are practical summative and theoretical assessments for each module from the respective commission appointed by the management of TC, whereas the practical work sample for each candidate is stored for a certain period..

Candidate portfolio details and the training staff

During the visit the panel has been provided with a candidate portfolio which provides the details about tests, projects, and other relevant data for the progress of the candidate. Moreover KEK TC has presented evidence about candidate assessment before and following completion of the course. KEK TC has also presented the database for each candidate in electronic form.

Based on the presented CV-s and the visit made by the panel, it has been estimated that the trainer is qualified on international level for provision of the course in the practical and theoretical part and in the methodology of teaching and assessment. As a panel in general we are of the opinion that KEK Training Centre meets the required conditions for Accreditation in the field of welding. Panel has been provided with the requested documentation. And this documentation testifies that this training centre is serious and in a good way of development. The Centre possesses prepared and professionally trained staff, with sufficient infrastructure, workshop completed with necessary equipment and material for qualitative training in conformity with foreseen standards.

Qualification for: METALWORKER

Laboratories and the workshop for demonstration of the practical part including also the Assessment for the Mechanical Technology and Welding Technology.

Panel has found for the field of mechanical processing (cutting, drilling, lathing, carving and grinding), that KEK TC has qualified and trained staff, but based on the level describers of NQF, and based on the current state, validation and accreditation is recommended for Level III of NQF.

Reasoning for MECHANICAL PROCESSING:

Existing equipment and available area do not enable the candidates gain the skills, qualification and required competences according to the description for level IV of NQF. Although KEK TC has verbally

expressed that they have the possibility to take candidates for advancement for level IV of NQF to the maintenance sector within KEK Corporate.

Reasoning for WELDING: Panel has found for the field of WELDING that KEK TC has the staff – one qualified and trained abroad, and based on provided evidence and based on level describers of NQF, and based on current situation it is recommended the validation of Level IV of NQF. Room for theoretical part Workshop for preparation of the material Workshop for welding with gas, welding with electrical arc, welding with TIG, welding with MIG/MAG, WIG. Workshop for cutting, drilling, lathing, carving and grinding respond to the achievements for level III of NQF.

COMMENTS (IF ANY) ABOUT THE QUALITY OF INFORMATION/DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION

Management and trainer of KEK TC showed full readiness for provision of all information and evidence they possess and as requested by the panel.

Information has been sufficient and suitable for the panel in order to come to the right conclusions.

MATTERS OF INTEREST (IF ANY) – INCLUDING JUSTIFICATION FOR EVERY CONDITION PROPOSED BY THE PANEL

1. Panel recommends installation of necessary instructions on each machine, in a visible place and to make as obligation for each candidate to read such instruction prior to operating any machine or equipment.

2. The candidates during the practical work in the workshop must have with them the material of the modular unit with the drawings and steps of work regarding the specific task (the material exists but it must be placed at the workstations)

3. Forms which are used for completing the documentation must be updated and standardised, the ones related to current preparation of KEK TC for certification and standard ISO 9001, 2008 on quality.

To achieve the objectives of the training centre, panel has found that it has been confirmed by the provider that there is no adequate space to fully develop in normal way the process of vocational education. So, the existing capacity of the training centre is fully sufficient for the number of candidates the centre has and for the existing number in the workshop.

During the visit in the facilities, we saw that the training centre has tendencies of expansion of spatial capacities for the practical part, upon finishing of the new building.

PART 3: EVALUATION OF QUALIFICATIONS AGAINST GENERAL VALIDATION CRITERIA APPLIED FOR ALL QUALIFICATIONS 1. QUALIFICATION PROPOSED FOR VALIDATION MUST BE JUSTIFIED.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: The training for metal workers is well coordinated. It has the curricula refreshed and meets national and international occupational standards (welding part). The learning package is completed with division into modules. It possesses a suitable training environment (laboratory with all necessary equipment for training with sufficient lighting and ventilation for conducting theoretical hours). Qualification of Metalworker has been selected according to the training needs of the personnel of Kosovo Energy Corporate and the labour market needs in the region of Prishtina and wider, with the program drafted by:

1. Stadwerke Leipciz Consorcium – Germany (Festo Didaktic, Lucas Nulle) 2. ECDL –European Fund for ECDL 3. MEST 4. BIBB – Germany

5. ISQ – Portugal Considering that Prishtina has a large number of private enterprises dealing with construction and providing similar services not only for the region of Prishtina but also for entire Kosovo and wider. Also contacts of management and staff of the training centre with these businesses, including the consultation and cooperation with them has impacted for this qualification to be selected and to be of perspective. This directly influenced on preparation of the labour force for the labour market and for local businesses needs. A considerable number of candidates advance their knowledge within KEK , in the labour market, self-employment or continue further education.

2. QUALIFICATION OR MODULE HAS A CLEAR JUSTIFICATION WHICH MAKES THE GOALS, OBJECTIVES, OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROGRESS AND SUPPORT BY GROUPS OF INTEREST TO BE TRANSPARENT.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: The aim of this qualification is meeting the labour market demands. Taking into consideration the features of the occupation, the preferred candidates are those of adult age, by avoiding national, gender and disability discrimination. Aims, objectives, opportunities for progress are directly described at the application form of the centre. Considering that the provider has very good cooperation with the departments within the KEK Corporate, and with VTC of MLSW, MEST and vocational school, whereas the KEK director is an active part of working groups and forums related to VET, this has enabled providing advice and suggestions for increase of quality within the institution.

3. VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS MUST HAVE SUPPORT WITHIN RESPECTIVE SECTOR

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: This qualification has the full support from the departments within KEK corporate from which it is financed and monitored. Provider has very good cooperation with MLSW, MEST and vocational schools, with the departments within corporate, candidates have the possibility to develop the practical and theoretical work within the laboratories of the centre in a real working environment. There is also cooperation with donors.

4. QUALIFICATIONS MUST HAVE CLEAR SPECIFICATION OF THE CONTENT AND COMPULSORY, OPTIONAL OR

CHOICE PARTS.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: The content of this qualification is modular and very clearly specified. The modules are determined by the curricula and described in the training material. The curricula determines the duration of every module (in learning hours and credits), Panel has been provided with evidence. The content of the programs for respective qualification has been developed by:

1. Stadwerke Leipciz Consorcium – Germany (Festo Didactic, Lucas Nuller) 2. ECDL –European Fund for ECDL 3. MEST 4. BIBB – Germany 5. ISQ – Portugal,

Implemented accurately by the centre.

5. WHEN POSSIBLE, THE NUMBER OF TRAINING HOURS SHOULD BE INDICATED, NECESSARY FOR ACHIEVEMENT OF

QUALIFICATION. Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: For achievement of this proposed qualification for Metalworker, in total 1518 hours (200 professional theory hours, 322 practical hours, 735 self study hours, 261 hours of assessment). Panel has found that each module has the numbers of hours and credits presented, panel has been provided evidence for this as well.

6. LEVEL OF QUALIFICATION AND VALUE OF CREDITS OF THE MODULES INCLUDED HERE ARE DETERMINED IN

ACCURATE MANNER (SEE ANNEX B FOR INSTRUCTION ABOUT THE LEVEL OF QUALIFICATION).

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: Panel has found that each module has the numbers of hours and credits presented, panel has been provided evidence for this as well. Expressed in credits it is 151.8 (1 credits = 10 hours).

Qualification for: METALWORKER

Laboratories and the workshop for demonstration of the practical part including also the Assessment for the Mechanical Technology and Welding Technology.

Reasoning for MECHANICAL PROCESSING:

Existing equipment and available area do not enable the candidates gain the skills, qualification and required competences according to the description for level IV of NQF. Although KEK TC has verbally expressed that they have the possibility to take candidates for advancement for level IV of NQF to the maintenance sector within KEK Corporate.

Reasoning for WELDING: Panel has found for the field of WELDING that KEK TC has the staff – one qualified and trained abroad, and based on provided evidence and based on level describers of NQF, and based on current situation it is recommended the validation of Level IV of NQF. Certificate of participation presenting the content of the module, certificates for finishing the qualification and a certificate presenting modules and hours. Management of the centre has taken into account the convention proposal of NQA (10 hours =1 credit) and has adhered to this document in application form.

7. INTRODUCTORY REQUIREMENTS FOR QUALIFICATION OR PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE, ACHIEVEMENT OR

EXPERIENCE ARE CLEAR.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: Based on the number of credits per module and the provided content which can be taken as evidence for qualification of the candidate, at the same time verification of knowledge is conducted. The preferred candidates are of ages older than 16 years old having completed the secondary education. The earlier knowledge or experience is not necessary. For continuous professional enhancement, experience in the occupation is required and the high secondary school.

8. SHALL NOT BE SUBJECT TO DIRECT OR INDIRECT DISCRIMINATION OR BARRIERS TO ACCESS.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: Based on our survey no discrimination of any form has been noticed. Based on the provided documentation and the panel interview conducted with the representatives of the providing institution, the centre provides equal access and without discrimination to all candidates. During the visit of the panel members, in the training we met individuals of different ethnicities.

9. METHODS OF ASSESSMENT MUST BE: FAIR AND OBJECTIVE, FLEXIBLE, VALID, RELIABLE, TRANSPARENT; PRACTICAL AND WITH REASONABLE EXPENDITURES.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: Applied methods of assessment in KEK TC are:

- Entry test - Surveillance methods, - Test for every module (test with combined questions)

- Final assessment of the process or product

Results achieved from the practical test are based on the checklist by comparing whether the

standard has been met.

Based on collected information from the candidates, it is seen that assessment is correct, practical, flexible and objective. In the assessment the quality coordinator is also engaged thus making the assessment methods to be reliable and valid. (Evidence includes tests, photos of final products and information collected from the candidates). Assessment results be them theoretical or practical are transparent. Individuals are provided opportunities of complaining or making questions to a commission appointed by the centre. Candidates are informed about the criteria and instruments of assessment upon successfully completing the qualification test and at the beginning of the training. Candidates are also offered flexibilities in assessments as needed and as possible when they have difficulty on speaking, expressing in writing and in other practical skills.

10. WHEN POSSIBLE DESCRIPTION OF THE QUALIFICATION INCLUDES INDICATORS OR CRITERIA WHICH NEED TO

PROVIDE VALID OBJECTIVE BASIS TO DISTINGUISH THE WORK ON ASSESSMENT OF VARIOUS CANDIDATES.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: Description of qualifications includes assessment criteria which during the assessment procedure of the candidates ensure achievement of targeted objectives in the curricula. Evidence is the curricula, learning package, candidate portfolio etc. During the interviews with the staff and training coordinator, it has been mentioned that the minimum level of points for passing exists for the qualification expressed in percentage - 64% practice and theory.

11. DRAFTED QUALIFICATION MUST HAVE TECHNICAL QUALITIES AND RIGOROUS CONTROL OF QUALITY

ASSURANCE.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: Analysing the tests for module evaluation and realisation of tasks in practice, we have come to conclusion that there is a high quality of work. It has been noticed that candidates in the field of mechanical processing of metals for practical advancement are taken to the maintenance sector within the corporate thus enabling them to gain practical experience. For quality of the training, the quality coordinator has been engaged for the quality assurance, i.e. there is a continuous control (internal control). Centre manager and the quality coordinator often monitor with or without prior notice the process, thus helping the trainers to maintain quality. The provider has also prepared the performance evaluation questionnaires, filled by the candidates for the trainers. Whereas the manager makes the performance evaluation of the staff in annual basis.

12. SYSTEM OF DOCUMENTATION FOR QUALIFICATION MUST BE SUITABLE AND INCLUDE SUFFICIENT EVIDENCE

FOR VERIFICATION OF INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE CANDIDATES.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met √

Fully met

Reasons for this conclusion: Based on the evidence provided by the Centre for Vocational Training, there is sufficient documentation the verify the achievements of the candidates in this qualification. Every candidate has his own portfolio where all necessary documentation is stored from the beginning to the end of the training. As evidence for verification of achievement is also used the final product completed in practice (evidence: candidate portfolios and checklist) Assessment form is expressed in points and percentage. These data are not converted into marks. Data recording on achievement of candidates is done in standard forms of assessment in the cases of formative and summative testing. All data related to assessment process are verified by internal assessment and verification. The training centre has taken care of drafting a database where all data are recorded for the candidates and their achievements including also the Certification process. This data also contain the level of obtained qualification. Largely this centre takes care of preserving the confidentiality of assessment for individual candidates.

PART A: QUALIFICATIONS BASED ON SCHOOL WHICH COMBINE VOCATIONAL AND GENERAL EDUCATION

ASSESSMENT OF QUALIFICATION AGAINST SPECIFIC CRITERIA OF VALIDATION

1. QUALIFICATION OR MODULE IS COMPARABLE WITH QUALIFICATION OR MODULE OF GENERAL EDUCATION ON

THE SAME LEVEL, INCLUDING CONTENT WITH THE GENERAL EDUCATION, COMPLEXITY AND LEVEL OF

DIFFICULTY OF THE VOCATIONAL CONTENT.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met

Reasons for this conclusion:

2. QUALIFICATION OR MODULE FOR WHICH THERE ARE NO NATIONAL STANDARDS MUST BE DEVELOPED

THROUGH A PROCESS BASED ON ANALYSIS OF THE OCCUPATION AND TO MEET THE NEEDS IDENTIFIED IN

INDUSTRY OR SECTOR.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met

Reasons for this conclusion:

3. QUALIFICATION LINKED WITH ONE “PROFILE” BASED ON LEARNING REQUIREMENTS FOR ONE OCCUPATION OR

GROUP OF OCCUPATIONS INCLUDING NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR THE OCCUPATION OR THE

GROUP OF RESPECTIVE OCCUPATIONS.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met

Reasons for this conclusion:

4. CONTENT OF QUALIFICATION IS EXPRESSED WITH MEASURABLE OUTCOMES OF LEARNING, WHICH PROVIDE

CLEAR LEARNING GOALS AND MUNST NORMALLY BE DESCRIBED IN MODULAR FORM.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met

Reasons for this conclusion:

5. QUALIFICATION INCLUDES DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF ASSESSMENT PROCEDURE OF THE PRACTICAL

PERFORMANCE ALONG WITH ALL OTHER REQUIRED EVIDENCE.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met

Reasons for this conclusion:

6. QUALIFICATION ENABLES THE CANDIDATE TO PROGRESS TOWARDS EMPLOYMENT OR OTHER POSSIBILITIES OF

CONTINUOUS EDUCATION.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met

Reasons for this conclusion:

7. QUALIFICATION HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO ENABLE PROGRESS TO OTHER QUALIFICATIONS, BE THEM IN THE SAME

FIELD OR OTHER RELATED FIELDS.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met

Reasons for this conclusion:

8. QUALIFICATION HAS THE SUPPORT FROM RELEVANT STAKEHOLDERS OF EDUCATION AND LABOUR MARKET, INCLUDING KAAP.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met

Reasons for this conclusion:

PART 4 B: QUALIFICATION OF VOCATIONAL TRAINING BASED ON NATIONAL VOCATIONAL STANDARDS

ASSESSMENT OF QUALIFICATION AGAINST SPECIFIC CRITERIA OF VALIDATION

1. QUALIFICATION IS LINKED WITH NEEDS IDENTIFIED IN INDUSTRY OR SECTOR.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met √

Fully met

Reasons for this conclusion: This qualification is linked to the needs identified for advancement and requalification of KEK employees and needs identified in labour market. This is also testified by the labour market analysis and the number of candidates and private companies and independent individuals expressing readiness to be trained and eventually getting employed.

1. QUALIFICATION IS BASED ON RELEVANT NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS DEVELOPED THROUGH

PROFESSIONAL ANALYSIS AND APPROVED BY KAAP.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion:

This qualification is based on national occupations standards (curricula and learning package is evidence). It has been developed based on the labour market analysis. Curricula of this qualification is continuously updated with the support of trainers from the Centre and professional external consultants.

2. QUALIFICATION IS DIRECTLY LINKED WITH OCCUPATION OR GROUP OF IDENTIFIED OCCUPATIONS.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: Analysing the document on Occupation Classification in Kosovo, we reach the conclusion that this qualification is directly linked to occupation of hydro-sanitary installations, heating, repair works etc, so the group of “Metal Workers”

3. QUALIFICATION FROM MODULES WITH CONTENT EXPRESSED IN MEASURABLE RESULTS OF THE ACHIEVEMENTS

EXPRESSED IN MEASURABLE RESULTS OF THE ACHIEVEMENTS WHICH PROVIDE CLEAR LEARNING/TRAINING GOALS.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion:

- Curricula is drafted in modular form

- General objectives have been determined

- Expected results

- In every module learning modules have been set

- In every module the learning outcomes are exactly determined, assessment tools,

assessment criteria and means of completing it

- Based on the curricula, the learning package has been prepared in modular form.

4. QUALIFICATION INCLUDES DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PRACTICAL PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT PROCEDURE, ALONG

WITH THE QUANTITY AND TYPES OF REQUIRED EVIDENCE.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: Evidence required for performance evaluation has been provided. Analysing this provided evidence and the final product completed in practice, the procedures have satisfactory been completed. Practical assessment on creating a final product is satisfactory, it is based on results which are compared to standards.

5. QUALIFICATION ENABLES THE CANDIDATE TO PROGRESS TOWARD EMPLOYMENT OR OTHER OPPORTUNITIES OF

CONTINUOUS EDUCATION WITHIN EMPLOYMENT.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: Following conclusion of this training in RVTC, candidates have more opportunities for employment and at the same time for continuous progress in this profile and in the broad occupation of “Metalworker”.

6. QUALIFICATION HAS THE SUPPORT FROM RELEVANT STAKEHOLDERS OF EDUCATION AND LABOUR MARKET, INCLUDING KAAP.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: Qualification has the support and financing from KEK, and is also supported by international and local donors. The qualified persons are absorbed by the labour market, considering that this qualification has been built on basis of labour market needs. Evidence has been provided to the panel regarding support from KEK and other evidence as well.

PART 4 C: QUALIFICATIONS OF VOCATIONAL TRAINING BASED ON PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED IN NATIONAL LEVEL

ASSESSMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS AGAINST SPECIFIC CRITERIA OF VALIDATION

1. DEVELOPER OF QUALIFICATIONS MUST PROVIDE SUFFICIENT EVIDENCE TO DEMONSTRATE THAT THE PROPOSED

QUALIFICATION IS BASED ON THE REAL NEEDS OF THE LABOUR MARKET E.G. LINKED WITH THE NEEDS OF ANY

PARTICULAR OCCUPATION, OR SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE IDENTIFIED DURING EXERCISING OF ANY OCCUPATION.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion: This profile is created based on labour market analysis and based on the needs for requalification of KEK employees. Curricula update is conducted based on external professional experts and the instructors (trainers) of VTC, KEK. Another evidence is also employment of these persons reaching up to 83 %. Qualification for “Welder”, refers to the field of welding which are currently demanded in Kosovar market. Welder can be employed in private production and maintenance companies, or may be self employed as “Welder” in this sector of service provision. With further qualifications and following a considerable work experience he can create his own business for welders and to employ others. The occupation of welder belongs to the group of occupations which deal with making steel constructions, repairing energy equipment, maintenance of various equipment etc. there is a close cooperation with various segments of KEK and with Don Bosko, PU, etc.

2. QUALIFICATION FROM MODULES WITH CONTENT EXPRESSED IN MEASURABLE RESULTS OF THE ACHIEVEMENTS

EXPRESSED IN MEASURABLE RESULTS OF THE ACHIEVEMENTS WHICH PROVIDE CLEAR LEARNING/TRAINING GOALS.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion:

In the content of curricula it is clearly seen the aim of this qualification, further on very well the outcomes and achievements are specified. This is further completed by drafting learning materials given in modules and fully complying with the content of curricula. As evidence for this curricula of the profile has been provided along with the learning package, which fully meet professional standards in this sector.

3. QUALIFICATION INCLUDES DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PRACTICAL PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT PROCEDURE, ALONG

WITH THE QUANTITY AND TYPES OF REQUIRED EVIDENCE.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion:

Evidence required for performance assessment has been entirely provided. Analysing such provided evidence and the final product in practice, these procedures have been fully adhered to. It is proposed that the forms for filling the documentation for the work process are standardised and archived in conformity with ISO Standard 9001 2008 The panel has been provided with sufficient evidence about the formative and summative form of testing. E.g. internal test, various assignments, participation forms, lists of attendance, partial assessment results, final theoretical test results, list of protective measures during the training, checklist for performance, final assessment filled by a random candidate, training evaluation for some candidates, training weekly schedule, etc.

4. QUALIFICATION ENABLES THE CANDIDATE TO PROGRESS TOWARD EMPLOYMENT OR OTHER OPPORTUNITIES OF

CONTINUOUS EDUCATION WITHIN EMPLOYMENT.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion

This qualification enables candidates to also progress in the labour market. Based on the information we possess (oral information), 83% of the candidates trained in this field get employed. VTC provides additional training in the field of health and safety at work, in hydraulic maintenance of heavy transportation vehicles, thus enabling them self-employment in this field. Candidates completing these trainings, sectors within the corporate require automatically their promotion at the workplace. Candidates wishing further professional enhancement based on the training need evaluation and based on the shown performance at the workplace are allowed the possibility of continuing training for higher levels. There is a large number of candidates interested in this program following completion of their high secondary education in the profile of welder, because possibilities for finding a job within the corporate but also at other employers increase.

5. QUALIFICATION HAS THE SUPPORT FROM RELEVANT STAKEHOLDERS OF EDUCATION AND LABOUR MARKET.

Not met at all

Partially met

Largely met

Fully met √

Reasons for this conclusion:

This qualification has the support and financing from KEK, and the qualified persons can also be absorbed by the labour market. Considering that this training has been built based on the labour market and corporate needs for qualification. Potential candidates for training in KEK Training Centre are employees of the corporate and other employers and the schools that the training centre has cooperation with including: University of Prishtina, State University of Tetova and secondary high schools. Evidence for cooperation has been provided to the panel only verbally.