Competence-Based Training, Vocational Qualifications and Learning Targets: Some Lessons for the Learning and Skills Council.

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Title: Competence-Based Training, Vocational Qualifications and Learning Targets: Some Lessons for the Learning and Skills Council.
Language: English
Authors: Matlay, Harry, Addis, Mark
Source: Education + Training. 2002 44(6):250-260.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 11
Publication Date: 2002
Document Type: Information Analyses
Journal Articles
Descriptors: Competency Based Education, Employer Attitudes, Employment Qualifications, Foreign Countries, Government Role, Training
ISSN: 0040-0912
Abstract: Reviews the status of National and Scottish Vocational Qualifications in the United Kingdom in terms of employer acceptance, role in company training, employee participation, small business usage, and overall employer investment in training. Considers the implications of concerns about the system for the learning targets to be achieved by the new Learning and Skills Council. (Contains 66 references.) (SK)
Entry Date: 2003
Accession Number: EJ656974
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Reviews the status of National and Scottish Vocational Qualifications in the United Kingdom in terms of employer acceptance, role in company training, employee participation, small business usage, and overall employer investment in training. Considers the implications of concerns about the system for the learning targets to be achieved by the new Learning and Skills Council. (Contains 66 references.) (SK)
ISSN:0040-0912