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gradually. In this first phase, the objective is the classification of qualifications
within the formal educational system of the country. At a later stage a
classification system will be developed for qualifications acquired through non-

formal education and informal learning. The HQF is a mechanism, which
facilitates transparency and comparability in the Greek context. It will be a
benefit for students, graduates and stakeholders of the Greek labour market.
On the other hand, in accordance with the common European strategy
“Europe 2020”, which aims at smart, sustainable and inclusive growth the
Hellenic Qualifications Framework and its referencing to the EQF provides a tool
for “translating” and comparing qualifications and aims at becoming an
opportunity to help promote the mobility of learners and employees.

Summary

The National Qualifications Framework (NQF) is a description of the
interdependence between qualifications, integrating the various national
qualifications subsystems, serving greater transparency, availability and quality
of qualifications, designed for the needs of the labor market and civil society.
The National Qualifications Framework enables the linking of national
qualifications with the levels of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF)
and, through the EQF, with the levels of qualifications in individual EU countries.

The Polish Qualifications Framework (PQF) is the frame of reference for
qualifications awarded in Poland. There are 8 levels in PQF. Each is described
by a general description of the scope and complexity of the required
knowledge, skills and social competences of people with a given level of
qualification. PQF takes into account the characteristics of qualifications
awarded in general and vocational education and in higher education.
The Portuguese Qualifications Framework is a single source that classifies all
qualifications in the Portuguese education and training system. The Portuguese
NQF covers eight levels with descriptors defined in terms of learning outcomes:
knowledge, skills and attitudes. Playing with the Learning Outcomes Approach

has played an important role in reforming Portuguese education and training
and has been a guiding principle in the development of the National
Qualifications Catalog.
The Spanish qualifications framework (degrees, diplomas and certificates)
covers lifelong learning. It is a structure that organizes qualifications by level and
covers learning from the most basic to the most complex. It therefore covers
general and adult education, vocational education and training, and higher

education. It also includes qualifications acquired outside the education system

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