Introduction

Developing a quality assurance approach is complex and takes time. The four stages of the quality assurance cycle are interrelated and need to be addressed together. However for those VET providers looking at the Implementation Stage they need to consider:

• the many examples from other Member States that have already addressed these issues
• designing an effective communications strategy early in the process
• the financial implications of implementing a new approach to quality assurance
• how best to take views of all the stakeholders including staff