The European Network for Quality Assurance in VET

1. The European Network for Quality Assurance in VET Dissemination Conference Eurobanqua LdV Project Athens 15/2/2008 Giorgio Allulli Vicechairperson of ENQAVET Board

2. Council Resolution and Declaration of Copenhagen In 2002 was launched the enhanced cooperation in Vet area finalised to: • The development of a single framework for the transparency of qualifications and competences (EQF) • A system of credit transfer in VET (ECVET) • The development of a framework for Vet quality assurance

3. Implementation of the mandate A technical working group (TWG) was established where some member states, the Commission, candidate countries, EFTA-EEA countries and the European social partners were represented. The TWG developed a model and operational instruments for quality on Vet.

4. The instruments developed by the TWG • A model: A Common Quality Assurance Framework (CQAF) • A set of indicators • Instruments for self assessment

5. The Common Quality Assurance Framework (CQAF)

6. The Education Council Conclusions (5/2004) • To promote the CQAF on a voluntary basis • To develop practical initiatives in order to assess its added value in improving national or regional systems

7. The European Network on Quality Assurance in VET (Enqa-Vet) A cooperative platform for structured exchange of information and experience, with the aim: • To foster transparency and consistency of initiatives across Europe • To contribute to raising awareness among the relevant stakeholders • To promote the status of VETwithin Member States/Countries

8. The progress of the Network • The Network has become more autonomous and independent • A grant has been given by the Commission (up to 2MEuros) to cover all the activities for 2 years (2008-2009) • A general Contractor (Fetac, IE) has taken responsibility for the financial management of the grant and will support the Network

9. The membership of the ENQA-VET The members of the network are designated by: • Member states • Candidate countries • EFTA-EEA countries • Social partners. 23 countries co-financing are represented in the new Network. CEDEFOP and ETF participate to the network as technical and scientific advisers, transferring results to non EU Countries

10. ENQA-VET’s mission • Building a shared understanding of quality assurance and development • Fostering cooperation among relevant stakeholders • Establishing a common platform, common guidelines and criteria for QA on which mutual trust can be solidly built • Involving relevant stakeholders in developing and promoting common instruments and indicators. • Working with general and higher education authorities to further develop entire education and training systems within and across Europe.

11. ENQA-VET’s objectives • Building a sustainable European cooperation and exchange of good practice with regard to QA in VET, within and among member countries • Supporting the introduction and implementation of the European Quality Assurance Reference Framework • Contributing to European policy developments regarding QA • Promoting the effective use of communications to increase awareness and understanding of Quality Assurance • Meeting the expectations of member states and participating countries, the Commission, and other stakeholders

12. The instruments of the Network The Network can rely on: • A Board, which is the Network executive; it coordinates and facilitates the Network activities and membership • National Reference Points, that ensure follow-up of initiatives and dissemination of information at national level • A Virtual Community, which provides a communication platform for the Network and for other interested stakeholders

13. The activity of the Network • General assembly meetings • Board meetings • Working groups • Peer Learnings • Thematic studies • Thematic Conferences

14. The Peer Learnings Topics (2008-2009) 1. Quality Assurance procedures for Workbased training 2. Evaluation and Monitoring 3. Performance Based Funding / Incentives 4. Quality Assurance procedures for Teacher Training – 5. Quality Assurance procedures for Recognition of Prior Learning 6. Quality Assurance procedures for Assessment 7. Quality Assurance procedures for Accreditation 8. Impact of the CQAF

15. The thematic groups topics (2008-2009) 1. Indicators 2. Peer Review 3. Develop Guidelines/ Charter for quality assurance for vet-systems and vet-providers 4. Making VET More Attractive. Strands of activity will include: • Performance Based Funding • Links with Higher Education • Transferability

16. The National Reference Points role • To keep stakeholders informed on the European Network activities • To provide active support to the implementation of the Work Programme • To take concrete initiatives to promote adaptation of the European Framework to country specific contexts • To raise stakeholders awareness of the benefits of using the quality principles, outlined in the European Framework

17. The European Network for Quality Assurance in VET Dissemination Conference Eurobanqua LdV Project Athens 15/2/2008 Giorgio Allulli Vicechairperson of ENQAVET Board