Quality Systems in Schools
- QSC is focused on public and private schools in the primary, secondary and vocational training areas
- QSC is designed for schools wishing to invite an external view on quality and management practices.
- QSC guarantees a high level of certification for audited schools.
- QSC is a certificate takes into account the diversity of practices and context of each institution.
QSC IS A CRITICAL FRIEND HERE TO ACCOMPANY YOU IN YOUR DEVELOPMENT JOURNEY!
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Comparison of Quality Systems
Quality System | Focus | Institution type | Geographic Footprint | Visit cycle | Certificate duration |
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Quality School Certificate (QSC) | School Management, Risk, Sustainability | Primary, Secondary public and private schools | Switzerland | Annual Visit | 3-year validity |
eduQua | Government operating license compliance | Adult & continuing education | Switzerland | Annual Visit | 3-year validity |
ISO | Management and special focus areas | Many industries incl. Education | International | Annual Visit | 3-year validity |
Accreditation (CIS, NEASC) | Mostly Academics | US Independent Schools & International schools | International | Annual Report | 5-year validity |
ISO Compatibility
- QSC is an ideal bridge for other quality certifications
- QSC integrates the main criterias of the following additional ISO certifications:
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- ISO 21001: Management systems for educational organizations
- ISO 45001: Occupational health and safety
- ISO 26000: Social Responsibility
Compatibile with
ISO
International Organization Standardization
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The Certification Cost
The cost of a certification is dependent on the institution size and number of sites.
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Preparation
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1st Certification Audit
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2nd Audit
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3rd Audit & Re-certification
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1st Certification Audit of the 2nd cycle
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Preparation & Pre-audit Year
During the preparation year, QSC Impact Consulting is available to support the preparations for the initial external audit
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First Certification for 3 Years
Each follow-up audit will have a review of past commitments and a specific focus
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Re-certification for 3 Years
With each cycle QSC will accompany the institution with its new challenges and changes