Module 1: Foundational Knowledge – Qualifications Databases in the African Context

Objective: Establish core understanding of qualification databases within the African Continental Qualifications Framework (ACQF), highlighting their strategic importance for national qualification systems across Africa.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this module, learners will be able to:

  • Explain the key purposes and benefits of qualification databases specifically for African countries
  • Map relevant stakeholders within their national qualification ecosystems
  • Evaluate their country’s current qualification database model against continental standards
  • Apply lessons from successful qualification database implementations to their national context