Certification Scheme for QT Proficiency

based on the proficiency levels of the CFQT

This document provides measurable proficiency level descriptions and sample examinations for Quantum Technology (QT) related competences based on the proficiency levels of the European Competence Framework for Quantum Technologies (CFQT).

Six proficiency levels A1, A2 (beginner), B1, B2 (intermediate) and C1, C2 (advanced) are described for each of three proficiency areas, including a specification of required knowledge and skills, as in the CFQT. For each level, the associated content is described and examples are given of how to measure whether someone has reached that level. Example tasks are given for the beginner levels (A1, A2), while assessment scenarios are illustrated for the intermediate and advanced levels. Based on these descriptions and examples, training courses and qualifications can be planned, mapped, and compared. 
The examples are not exclusive, the aim is to provide a clearer picture of what is required to reach a specific level. As the proficiency areas are formulated independently of a concrete QT, the focus content needs to be specified additionally. For this, the content map of the CFQT provides a structured overview of relevant topics and concepts. Cross-references to related (sub)domains of the content map are given in the content descriptions. Typically, the objectives of a course or the qualification of an individual cover (different) proficiency levels in all three proficiency areas, and a number of topics from the content map. Examples are also given in the CFQT.

More details and the latest version of the CFQT are available at DOI 10.5281/zenodo.6834598. The CFQT version 3.0 was published by the Publications Office of the European Union at DOI 10.2759/8917117.