What Quality Mark Holders say
Organisations from across the lifelong learning sector have achieved the Quality Mark and believe it has resulted in significant benefits for both their organisation and their learners.
In fact, in a recent survey of Quality Mark holders, two thirds of respondents would consider applying for further Quality Marks and 85% would recommend the service to others (SVUK, 2007).
A work based learning provider
Zoe Munby, Director of Learning and Quality at Home-Start UK said, "Teaching and training is important to Home-Start because Home-Start volunteers receive extensive, in-depth induction training, with optional accreditation. The new qualifications will contribute to the quality of that training, as well as providing evidence of Home-Start's commitment to matching the standards of the lifelong learning sector."
A Quality Mark from SVUK demonstrates to learners, staff and the wider sector that a scheme meets national standards.
Zoe Munby said, "I am delighted that Home-Start has received this recognition. The new qualifications are proving very popular with Home-Start staff. It is important to have an external recognition of the quality of the training which our volunteers receive, and also important that staff themselves receive this recognition for their professionalism."
A development agency
The learning and Skills Development Agency Northern Ireland (LSDA NI) was awarded the Standards Verified Quality Mark for its Leadership and Management Resource Pack which provides guidance and materials for candidates following the ILM Certificate in First Line Management. Wilma Chrusciak, from LSDA NI, said such recognition was very valuable, "Gaining the Quality Mark is a confirmation that these materials meet nationally recognised standards. It's reassuring for our learners to know that the pack has been submitted to robust
If you have any queries regarding testimonials from Standards Verified quality mark holders, please contact SVUK.
