The EQF aims to relate different countries' national qualifications systems to a common European reference framework. Individuals and employers will be able to use the EQF to better understand and compare the qualifications levels of different countries and different education and training systems.

The core of the EQF concerns eight reference levels describing what a learner knows, understands and is able to do – 'learning outcomes'. Levels of national qualifications will be placed at one of the central reference levels, ranging from basic (Level 1) to advanced (Level 8). This will enable a much easier comparison between national qualifications and should also mean that people do not have to repeat their learning if they move to another country.
 
The EQF applies to all types of education, training and qualifications, from school education to academic, professional and vocational. It also encourages lifelong learning by promoting the validation of non-formal and informal learning.

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17 June 2010, Brussels

TIPTOE concerence on EQF in the trade sector.

More info on www.eqfcommerce.eu

11 October 2010, Brussels

EQF advisory group

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The remit of the EQF Advisory Group is to ensure that the EQF is implemented in the most coher­ent and transparent way. It discusses challenges and provides guidance to national authorities in their referencing to the EQF. The EQF Advisory Group is composed of the representatives of 32 participating countries and European social partners (BusinessEurope, CEEP, UEAPME, ETUC) and other stakeholders (Euro­chambers, EUA, EUCIS-LLL, Public Employment Services), as well as the Council of Europe.

EVTA is taking part in the EQF advisory group on behalf of EUCIS-LLL.

The Recommendation calls for Member States to designate National Coordination Points (NCPs) in order to support and guide the relationship between national qualifications systems and the EQF. On the one hand, the NCPs are to ensure the quality and transparency of the referencing process, and, on the other hand, they should inform and promote the use and understanding of the EQF within the countries.