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Towards a European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning

Towards a European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning. Gordon Clark, European Commission, DG Education and Culture, Dublin 20 October 2005. Aims of the EQF. Translation device for comparing qualifications. Neutral reference point based on learning outcomes.

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Towards a European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning

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  1. Towards a European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning Gordon Clark, European Commission, DG Education and Culture, Dublin 20 October 2005

  2. Aims of the EQF Translation devicefor comparing qualifications Neutral reference pointbased on learning outcomes Support for national reform towardslifelong learning

  3. 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

  4. A basis for co-operation • EQF implementation is voluntary • Entails no legal obligationson Member States or sectors • Fosters changeby supporting and informing reform

  5. What EQF is NOT! • EQFnot about replacingnational/sectoral frameworks • EQFnot about harmonisation • EQFCANNOT define new qualifications

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

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

  8. 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

  9. 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?

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

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