The European Network for Quality Assurance in VET

1. The European Network for Quality Assurance in VET MEDA-ETE Annual Forum2008 Giorgio Allulli Vicechairperson of ENQAVET Board

2. Education and Training 2010 Copenhagen Process Education Council Conclusions 2004 Policy context

3. Single framework for the transparency of qualifications and competences (EQF) System of credit transfer in VET (ECVET) Mandate to develop a framework for quality assurance in VET Copenhagen Process

4. Establishment of a technical working group (TWG): some member states, the Commission, candidate countries, EFTA-EEA countries and the European social partners Development of a model and operational instruments for quality in VET. Implementation of the mandate

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

6. The Common Quality Assurance Framework (CQAF)

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

8. Cooperative platform for structured exchange of information and experience: 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 What is ENQA VET

9. 2005: established by European Commission to support implementation of Copenhagen declaration 2008: More autonomy and independence: Community funding to cover all Network activities for 2 years (2008-2009) Establishment of Secretariat Development of the Network

10. Designated by: Member states Candidate countries EEA countries Social partners. 23 Countries co-financing represented as of 2008, plus 3 associated countries. CEDEFOP and ETF participate to the network as technical and scientific advisers, transferring results to non EU Countries Observers are welcome! Membership

11. Open Method of Cooperation Working towards achieving common priorities Sharing of best practice, common principles and guidelines Use of indicators Work Programme

12. Build a shared understanding of quality assurance and development Foster cooperation among relevant stakeholders Establish a common platform, common guidelines and criteria for QA on which mutual trust can be solidly built Involve relevant stakeholders in developing and promoting common instruments and indicators. Work with general and higher education authorities to further develop entire education and training systems within and across Europe. MISSION

13. Build sustainable European cooperation and exchange of good practice with regard to QA in VET Support the introduction and implementation of the European Quality Assurance Reference Framework Contribute to European policy developments regarding QA Promote the effective use of communications to increase awareness and understanding of Quality Assurance Meet the expectations of member states and participating countries, the Commission, and other stakeholders OBJECTIVES

14. 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 How the Network works

15. General assembly meetings Board meetings Working groups Peer Learning Thematic studies Thematic Conferences Activities

16. 1. Quality Assurance procedures for Work based 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. Assessment 7. Accreditation 8. Impact of the CQAF Peer Learning Topics

17. 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 Thematic group topics

18. 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 The National Reference Points role

19. The European Ministers (Helsinki 2006)underlined the need to promote a culture of quality improvement A Recommendation to be adopted by the European Parliament and the Council is under discussion The Recommendation is based on the European Quality Assurance Reference Framework (EQARF), which includes: a model, to facilitate a systemic approach to VET goals setting, implementation, evaluation and review monitoring strands for evaluation and review a measurement tool (indicators) Toward a Recommendationon Quality in Vet

20. Common quality guidelines, criteria , instruments Culture of quality assurance at systems and provider level Encourage development of national plans Embed EQARF in national systems End results

21. The European Network for Quality Assurance in VET MEDA-ETE Annual Forum2008 Giorgio Allulli Vicechairperson of ENQAVET Board