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What is one of the key criteria for performing functions as a Development Quality Partner (DQP)?
What is one of the key criteria for performing functions as a Development Quality Partner (DQP)?
Which requirement must be fulfilled regarding financial resources for a DQP?
Which requirement must be fulfilled regarding financial resources for a DQP?
What commitment must a DQP be willing to make if their delegation is approved?
What commitment must a DQP be willing to make if their delegation is approved?
What document must a DQP submit to demonstrate compliance with tax regulations?
What document must a DQP submit to demonstrate compliance with tax regulations?
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Who recommends a party to become a Development Quality Partner?
Who recommends a party to become a Development Quality Partner?
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What is a significant characteristic of the South African skills development model?
What is a significant characteristic of the South African skills development model?
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Which global skills development model does the South African framework primarily adopt?
Which global skills development model does the South African framework primarily adopt?
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What issue complicates the implementation of the South African skills development model?
What issue complicates the implementation of the South African skills development model?
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What are Skills Development levies in South Africa designed to promote?
What are Skills Development levies in South Africa designed to promote?
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Why might the Anglo-Saxon model not be successful in South Africa?
Why might the Anglo-Saxon model not be successful in South Africa?
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Which model has influenced South Africa's apprenticeship system?
Which model has influenced South Africa's apprenticeship system?
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What challenge is primarily faced by the various SETAs in South Africa?
What challenge is primarily faced by the various SETAs in South Africa?
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What is the outcome objective regarding HRD challenges outlined in the module?
What is the outcome objective regarding HRD challenges outlined in the module?
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What is the primary goal of the NDP for 2030 with respect to professionals in South Africa?
What is the primary goal of the NDP for 2030 with respect to professionals in South Africa?
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Which of the following is a requirement placed on the private sector by the NDP for 2030?
Which of the following is a requirement placed on the private sector by the NDP for 2030?
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How does the NDP for 2030 view educated and trained individuals?
How does the NDP for 2030 view educated and trained individuals?
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What aspect of further education does the NDP for 2030 emphasize?
What aspect of further education does the NDP for 2030 emphasize?
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What is the purpose of the National Skills Development Plan (NSDP) 2030?
What is the purpose of the National Skills Development Plan (NSDP) 2030?
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What does the NDP for 2030 suggest about skill demands in the workforce?
What does the NDP for 2030 suggest about skill demands in the workforce?
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What significant transition occurred with the introduction of the NSDP in April 2020?
What significant transition occurred with the introduction of the NSDP in April 2020?
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What is the ultimate objective of the skills enhancement emphasized in the NDP for 2030?
What is the ultimate objective of the skills enhancement emphasized in the NDP for 2030?
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What is one of the primary functions of a development quality partner (DQP) during quality assurance?
What is one of the primary functions of a development quality partner (DQP) during quality assurance?
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Who must be appointed by a DQP for the development of occupational qualifications?
Who must be appointed by a DQP for the development of occupational qualifications?
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the DQP?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the DQP?
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What must the qualifications development process report include?
What must the qualifications development process report include?
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What is a key aspect of the DQP's role in managing curriculum?
What is a key aspect of the DQP's role in managing curriculum?
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What was the primary purpose of the Skills Development Act of 1998?
What was the primary purpose of the Skills Development Act of 1998?
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What percentage of a company's monthly salary and wage expenditure is required as a skills development levy?
What percentage of a company's monthly salary and wage expenditure is required as a skills development levy?
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What overarching vision does the National Development Plan 2030 convey?
What overarching vision does the National Development Plan 2030 convey?
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Why did workplaces need to become active learning environments according to the implemented policies?
Why did workplaces need to become active learning environments according to the implemented policies?
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Which act was instrumental in driving skills development since 1995?
Which act was instrumental in driving skills development since 1995?
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What approach to training has been followed since the introduction of these policies?
What approach to training has been followed since the introduction of these policies?
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The Skills Development Levies are intended to promote what within organizations?
The Skills Development Levies are intended to promote what within organizations?
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Which year did the Skills Development Act come into effect?
Which year did the Skills Development Act come into effect?
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Study Notes
The National Development Plan 2030
- Universities and organisations are required to increase the number of and produce highly skilled professionals to enhance the country's innovative capacity.
- The NDP for 2030 also aims to provide people with expanded opportunities for skills development through further education and training.
- The private sector is required to offer targeted work-based training in line with relevant Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) to enhance the skills needed by employers.
- Highly educated and trained individuals will be better equipped to participate in a knowledge-driven economy.
National Skills Development Plan (NSDP) 2030
- The NDP is developed within the context of the National Development Plan and White Paper on Post-School Education and Training (WP-PSET).
- The goal of the NSDP is to ensure adequate, appropriate, and high-quality skills in South Africa to contribute to economic growth, employment creation, and social development.
- The NSDS IV is being phased out and the National Skills Development Plan (NSDP) was ushered in April 2020.
Global Skills Development Models
- The South African skills development and HRD system adopt practices from both the Germanic and Asian-Tiger models.
- South Africa's model has adopted aspects mainly from the Asian Tiger model as it emphasizes major involvement with social partners.
- Social partners work together to improve skills development and training.
- The Anglo-Saxon model is unlikely to be successful in South Africa due to market inefficiencies and high unemployment rates.
- South Africa has implemented variations of the German apprenticeship model.
- The South African skills development model is expensive and administratively challenging, with SETAs dealing with skills development in various industries and sectors.
- Incentives for participation are provided through Skills Development levies (Skills Fund)
Historic Evolution of the South African Skills Development System
- Since 1995, the South African government has driven skills development through legislation, including the SAQA Act 58 of 1995.
- An interventionist approach to training was followed, with the government actively involved in shaping and directing skills development efforts.
- The Skills Development Act of 1998 aimed to further develop skills within the South African workforce and address skills shortages.
- The Skills Development Act of 1998 and Skills Development Levy Act 9 of 1999 established the foundation for focused skills development programs.
- Organisations were required to register with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) to pay a skills development levy of 1% of their monthly salary and wage expenditure.
- Increased investment in skills development was intended to yield a greater return on investment for organisations.
- The goal was to create a more skilled workforce with improved future employment prospects.
- Workplaces were encouraged to become active learning environments and promote continuous education and skills development.
The National Development Plan 2030
- The South African government emphasizes the improvement of education, innovation, and training through the National Development Plan.
- The NDP, which was last drafted in 2013, outlines the vision for 2030.
- The NDP for 2030 encourages commitment to lifelong learning to improve the lives of residents in South Africa.
Development Quality Partner (DQP)
- A Development Quality Partner (DQP) is a body that is delegated by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) to manage the development of specific occupational qualifications, curricula, and assessment specifications.
- To perform functions as a DQP, a party must meet various criteria, including:
- Being recommended by stakeholders in a QCTO-facilitated scoping meeting.
- Having the necessary human resources to perform the DQP functions as specified in the policy.
- Having access to Certified Education Providers (CEPs) in the occupations.
- Having the financial resources necessary to perform its functions, verified by a letter from the relevant authority committing the necessary financial resources to fund the DQP function and confirming effective financial management and internal control systems are in place.
- Being willing to sign the QCTO Code of Conduct if delegation is approved.
- Submitting a valid tax clearance certificate, where appropriate.
Functions of a Development Quality Partner (DQP)
- Managing the development and revision of occupational qualifications and curricula.
- Managing the development and revision of qualification assessment specifications, in cooperation with the Assessment Quality Partner (AQP) for QCTO approval.
- Compiling a database or coordinating the process of identifying relevant expert practitioners, educationalists, and assessors to participate in the development and verification of occupational curricula and qualification assessment specifications and associated occupational qualifications.
- Convening working groups consisting of:
- Expert practitioners
- Educationalists
- Assessors
- Developing a qualifications development process report outlining:
- The process and participants involved in the development and verification of curriculum and qualification specifications.
- Identifying existing learning programs.
- In respect of the occupation/s in the Service Level Agreement (SLA):
- Appointing a Qualification Development Facilitator (QDF) to facilitate the development of occupational qualifications.
- Coordinating the design, development, and/or revision of specified occupational standards and qualifications and/or part qualifications according to QCTO procedure.
- Delivering documents to QCTO.
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This quiz explores the key aspects of the National Development Plan (NDP) and the National Skills Development Plan (NSDP) for 2030. It highlights the objectives for enhancing skills development in South Africa, the role of universities and the private sector, and the focus on a knowledge-driven economy. Test your understanding of these important development frameworks.
