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UNPACKING The Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework

The Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework (ZNQF) outlines various qualification levels from Primary Level Certificate to PhD, detailing the knowledge, skills, and autonomy expected at each level. Each qualification is associated with specific descriptors and corresponding occupational types, ranging from basic education to advanced research roles. The framework emphasizes the progression of expertise and independence required as one advances through the levels.

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UNPACKING The Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework

The Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework (ZNQF) outlines various qualification levels from Primary Level Certificate to PhD, detailing the knowledge, skills, and autonomy expected at each level. Each qualification is associated with specific descriptors and corresponding occupational types, ranging from basic education to advanced research roles. The framework emphasizes the progression of expertise and independence required as one advances through the levels.

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Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework (ZNQF)

Level QUALIFICATIO DESCRIPTORS TYPE OF


N OCCUPATION
TYPE
10 PhD ¨ Cuttingedge research and creation of new Doctor
knowledge in the development of the study /Researcher
¨ Advance new techniques, ideas or approaches
¨ Autonomous in research conducted

9 Masters ¨ Mastery of knowledge in the field of study Expert


¨ Analysis of complex issues and research /Specialist
proposing solutions based on critical thinking
¨ Participate in resource management and
supervision of others
¨ In-depth expert knowledge in the field of study
¨ Specialised skills and principles based on
systematic scrutiny of information
¨ Function within wide-ranging independence

8 Honours Degree ¨ Methodical comprehension of strategic facets Manager/Supervisor


area of specialty
¨ Implement precisely analysis and enquiry
procedures within the area of specialty
¨ Work out setbacks using thoughts and methods
in their area of specialty
¨ Work within wide-ranging self-sufficiency
Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework (ZNQF)
Level QUALIFICATIO DESCRIPTORS TYPE OF
N OCCUPATION
TYPE
7 General ¨ Comprehensive knowledge in the area of Manager/Supervisor
Degree specialty
¨ Apply recognized tenets, calling for a wide
range of information to work out challenges in
diverse settings
6 Higher National ¨ Work within wide-ranging self-sufficiency Technician
Diploma ¨ Specialised knowledge in the area of specialty specialised
¨ Relate various and specific methods in the area
of specialty entailing elementary investigation
¨ Work within wide-range of structures and a
specific self-sufficiency
5 National ¨ Comprehensive knowledge in the area of Technician
Diploma specialty
¨ Relate wide-ranging procedures, to work out real
problems, in non-routine situations
¨ work under broad supervision
Zimbabwe National Qualifications Framework (ZNQF)
Level QUALIFICATIO DESCRIPTORS TYPE OF
N OCCUPATION
TYPE
4 National ¨ Operational knowledge in the area of specialty Artisan/Trades person/
certificate ¨ Relate diverse of techniques in the area of specialty, Apprentice/
to get to the bottom recognisable problems in Skilled at
moderately usual settings basic level
¨ Work under general supervision
3 General ¨ In-depth knowledge in specific subject areas Specialised
Advanced ¨ Relate series of techniques in the field of study, to general
Level resolve challenges in broad circumstances education
Certificate
¨ Function under general supervision
2 Ordinary Level ¨ Broad-based knowledge General
Certificate ¨ Relate basic procedures and techniques education
¨ Work in a controlled atmosphere, under direct
supervision
1 Primary Level ¨ Rudimentary knowledge Basic
Certificate ¨ Relate elementary techniques to mastery and educational
mathematical ability including desirable values foundation
¨ Work under intermittent guidance, consistent
scrutinyandlimitedautonomy

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