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Elevating Competency Based Accreditation in Africa

Centre For Human Excellence is at the forefront of competency-based accreditation in Africa, offering a meticulous peer review process to ensure the validity and quality of certificates and credits awarded by training institutions. Founded by a consortium of esteemed professionals from the mining industry across the continent, the Centre coordinates the application and accreditation process for all training and development institutions seeking approval for their course contents.

With over a decade of dedicated research and development, Centre For Human Excellence has crafted various competency standards, assessment methodologies, and qualifying criteria tailored for institutions offering non-academic, competency-based training. At the heart of its mission lies the commitment to elevate the standards of vocational education and training by focusing on what individuals can accomplish in the workplace, thus emphasizing practical skills and knowledge attainment.

DEFINITION OF COMPETENCY-BASED TRAINING BY CENTRE FOR HUMAN EXCELLENCE

Competency-based training, as defined by Centre For Human Excellence, is a learning approach where students are required to demonstrate the necessary level of knowledge and skill (competency) on a task before progressing to the next level. Unlike traditional methods, competency-based training places emphasis on real-world application and workplace readiness. Training programs are structured into modules with clearly defined learning outcomes aligned with industry standards. Assessment is designed to ensure each student has mastered all required skills and knowledge, with progress determined by competency rather than time spent.

The Centre acknowledges the importance of both on-the-job and off-the-job assessment components in competency-based training, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of learners’ abilities and performance.

THE ROLE OF ACCREDITATION

At Centre For Human Excellence, accreditation serves as a crucial mechanism to uphold the quality and integrity of training programs offered by institutions. The accreditation process aims to verify that these programs meet acceptable standards in terms of delivery and assessment outcomes. Through rigorous evaluation criteria and peer reviews, the Centre ensures that accredited institutions adhere to industry-relevant benchmarks, fostering excellence in vocational education and training.

Accreditation plays multifaceted roles, including assisting prospective students in identifying reputable institutions, facilitating credit transfers, guiding investment decisions, and safeguarding institutions against external pressures. Moreover, it serves as a catalyst for continuous improvement, prompting weaker programs to enhance their standards and fostering a culture of excellence among educational institutions.

TYPES OF ACCREDITATIONS WE OFFER

Competency Framework Accreditation

Ensures that training institutions have designed comprehensive competency frameworks aligned with industry standards.

Competency Standard Accreditation

Validates that training institutions have developed rigorous competency standards for their programs.

Training Material Design Accreditation

Recognizes institutions that excel in designing high-quality training materials tailored to meet specific competency requirements.

Development Tools Accreditation

Certifies institutions proficient in creating effective tools and resources for training and development purposes.

Certification for Training Professionals Accreditation

Ensures that training professionals have undergone a rigorous certification process, demonstrating their expertise in delivering competency-based training.

Industry-Specific Accreditation (e.g., Mining, Oil and Gas)

Acknowledges institutions that specialize in delivering competency-based training tailored to specific industries.

Assessment Methodology Accreditation

Validates institutions' assessment methodologies to ensure they effectively measure students' competency levels.

Program Evaluation Accreditation

Recognizes institutions that have robust evaluation processes in place to continuously assess and improve their training programs.

Quality Assurance Accreditation

Certifies that institutions maintain high standards of quality in all aspects of their competency-based training programs.

Accreditation for Blended Learning Programs

Acknowledges institutions that offer blended learning programs combining both traditional classroom instruction and online learning components while maintaining competency-based approaches.