Graphic Designers and Art Directors: WHY ONLY NFQ LEVEL 3?

[toxic-rem]

The position as a graphic designer does not qualify for the NFQ Level 6 requirement and I have invested many years of study in it already.

Does it mean that I can't pursue a career in the creative field (unless I develop skills in animation and web- which are considered as NFQ Level 6)?

[hassanh]

Hi,

I understand your concerns and this is very unfortunate that some SOC codes do not reflect the correct NQF level.

In addition to the one you mentioned, there is Database Administrator as well that falls under NQF level 4. They just thought the database administrator is probably the data entry operator only. Database Administration is highly skilled field which requires years of education and experience.

Similarly, they have classed all sort of graphic designers in same category i.e. NQF level 3 regardless of the type of skill set required.

I am afraid if the job is not NQF level 6 or not in the shortage occupation list, you cannot be assign COS.

Regards,
Hassan