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Glossary

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Certification of competences

The process of formally validating knowledge, know-how and/or competences acquired by an individual following a standardised assessment procedure. Certificate results in the issuing of certificates or diplomas by an accredited awarding body.

Certification/diploma

an official document, which formally records the achievements of an individual following an assessment procedure (related term : certification)

Competence

Proven and demonstrated ability to apply knowledge, know-how and associated knowledge in a usual and/or changing work situation

Reference: European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (CEDEFOP), 2001, 2002 & 2009.

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