ECVET: From Principles to Practice: synthesis report, 4-5 December 2008, Paris

The seminar entitled ECVET: From Principles to Practice brought together 70 stakeholders from across Europe representing VET policy makers, competent institutions and providers.

It was organised by the European Commission in cooperation with the European Centre for Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

This seminar was a first occasion to discuss the practical aspects of ECVET (European Credit system for Vocational Education and Training) on basis of the ECVET proposal for a recommendation. This recommendation will set the basic principles of ECVET.

This synthesis report first briefly describes the seminar proceedings and related inputs. It then summarises the thematic workshops, also outlining the key inputs from the presentations. Finally, the key messages and suggestions are presented.