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The European Qualifications Framework (EQF)

The European Qualifications Framework (EQF). Loukas Zahilas, Project Manager Loukas.Zahilas@cedefop.europa.eu. In the beginning… the LISBON agenda. Background. LISBON agenda. Knowledge for: competitiveness more and better jobs social inclusion

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The European Qualifications Framework (EQF)

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  1. The European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Loukas Zahilas, Project Manager Loukas.Zahilas@cedefop.europa.eu

  2. In the beginning… the LISBON agenda Background

  3. LISBON agenda Knowledge for: competitiveness more and better jobs social inclusion Success for Lisbon depends on success in vocational education and training

  4. LISBON agenda Success in VET requires: knowing skills needs establishing systems to deliver those skills providing access for people This requires VET-effective policies.

  5. Actual pathway for 2010 objectives Lisbon Strategy Bologna Process National Processes Copenhagen Process Bergen Declaration New National Qualifications Frameworks Maastricht Communique European Higher Education Framework N. Q. F. E. Q. F. E.V.C.E.T.

  6. Functions of the EQF Translation devicefor comparing qualifications Neutral reference pointbased on learning outcomes

  7. The European Qualifications Framework • Bologna and Copenhagen Consultation • Focus on Qualifications • Reflects an explicit need • Expert group

  8. Our Lifelong Learning Experience: Obstacles! • within and between countries • between education and training systems • to use of acquired skills • to new learning

  9. A basis for co-operation • EQF implementation is voluntary • Entails no legal obligations on Member States or sectors • Fosters change by supporting and informing reform

  10. What EQF is NOT! • EQF not about replacing national/sectoral frameworks • EQF not about harmonisation • EQF CANNOT define new qualifications

  11. The main elements of the EQF

  12. EQF Level 8 Q NQF/NQS EQF Level 7 NQF/ NQS Q EQF Level 6 Q NQF/NQS EQF Level 5 NQF/ NQS Q NQF/NQS EQF Level 4 Q EQF Level 3 Q NQF/NQS Q NQF/ NQS EQF Level 2 EQF Level 1 Country A Country B

  13. Swedish post-secondary engineering education (Påbygnadsutbildning)= EQF Level 4= Irish post secondary education at national level 6 (Advanced certificate) E Q F

  14. The Eight EQF Levels Knowledge EachEQFReference Level Skills Wider personal and professional competences

  15. Focus on Learning Outcomes EQF LearningOutcomes Non-Formal Learning Informal Learning Formal Learning

  16. Using the EQF ESSENTIAL INFORMATION Table 1: Learning Outcomes Aimed at qualifications authorities, experts: makes translations between systems and frameworks possible SUPPORTING INFORMATION Table 2: Supporting InformationNeeds to be compiled and completed at national or sectoral level

  17. Linking qualifications to the EQF: the role of national authorities • Commitments to link national qualifications to EQF • Long term reform process • Learning outcome-based qualifications? • National Framework of Qualifications?

  18. Linking qualifications to the EQF: the role of national authorities • Clear link between national qualifications and the EQF levels • Self-certification • Transparency of procedures • Publishing of results

  19. Linking qualifications to the EQF: the role of sectoral stakeholders • Sectors have expressed the need for a common reference point • Focus on an outcomes and competence based approach • Follow up of Maastricht Communique

  20. Linking qualifications to the EQF: the role of sectoral stakeholders • Invite sectors to link sectoral qualifications to EQF • Facilitate sector internal competence developments • Facilitate link between national and sectoral qualifications • Ongoing work in the ICT sector exemplifies this approach

  21. Consultation Europe-wide consultation process from July to December 2005: • 32 countries in ‘Education and Training 2010’ • Bologna follow-up group • European Social Partner organisations • Industry & sector organisations • Education and training NGO’s

  22. Consultation — Results • Input to drafting of Council and EP Recommendation in Spring 2006 • Support through the Integrated Lifelong Learning Programme

  23. State of the art • The Commission adopted on 5 September 2006 a proposal for a Recommendation of the European Parliament and of the Council on the establishment of EQF • The draft recommendation foresees that Member States relate their national qualifications systems to the EQF by 2009

  24. Summary • 8 common reference levels (learning outcomes) • Common principles support EQF levels and provide guidelines for cooperation • A range of tools and instruments for individuals • Commitment from national and sectoral bodies

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