Purpose and scope
The GCSMS Global Microcredential Quality Framework establishes requirements for purpose, learning outcomes, competency mapping, assessment, provider quality, industry relevance, inclusion, interoperability and outcomes.
Scope: Applicable to educational institutions, training providers, employers, professional bodies and technology platforms.
Dimensions and criteria
D1 — Purpose and Relevance
Weight: 10.00%
The credential responds to an evidenced educational, social or labour-market need.
D2 — Learning Outcomes and Competencies
Weight: 10.00%
Outcomes are observable, assessable and mapped to explicit competencies.
D3 — Assessment and Evidence
Weight: 15.00%
Award decisions are based on authentic assessment and verifiable evidence.
D4 — Provider Quality and Governance
Weight: 15.00%
The provider demonstrates governance, qualified staff, resources and improvement systems.
D5 — Interoperability, Inclusion and Outcomes
Weight: 10.00%
Credentials are portable, accessible, secure and subject to outcome monitoring.