Validation
Validation of non-formal and informal learningValidation of non-formal and informal learning is based on the idea that learning does not only take place inside the formal school system but in all kinds of situations and in all kinds of contexts. All learning is seen as valuable and should therefore be documented, irrespective of where it was acquired. In the last few years the concept of validation of real skills and competence has attracted increasing attention in Europe. The reasons are among others social, for example the importance of human resources in society, the possibility of increasing economic growth through raising the level of education, the increase in equal opportunities and of parity of opportunity to participate in the knowledge community. With validation of non-formal and informal learning, opportunities for adults on the labour market to achieve education and training to further increase their competences are enhanced. The biggest gain for the individual is to get new possibilities to strengthen his/her education and work status. By receiving recognition for competence the individual can continue his/her education based on his/her competence level at any given moment, and does not have to start from where his/her formal education ended.Validation of real skills can motivate adults on the labour market to complete a formal education, throughout the whole spectrum of occupations. It enhances the status of the individual, of his/her occupation, of companies and of the country as a whole in terms of knowledge and development.
This brochure aims to introduce and explain the new concept, the validation of real skills and competence and the processes it engenders. The main focus is on informing potential collaborators and stakeholders in projects concerning validation.
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