Ruba SALEH
CREDEX aims to create and implement a Europe-wide micro-credential (MC) framework for professionals in the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs). Its main goals are to bridge skills gaps, support lifelong learning, and showcase talent across borders. The project focuses on co-creating a scalable, sector-specific framework through collaboration with educators, employers, and learners, while piloting innovative learning models and aligning with EU policy on digital transformation. The target audience includes CCI professionals, educators, and employers within the sector. It aims to support the enhancement of “skills and competences” needed for CCI professionals to thrive within the ever-changing landscape of today. It focuses on making MC relevant for employability and lifelong learning.
Context
The shift towards a climate-neutral Europe and the ongoing digital revolution are reshaping work, and learning. The unexpected outbreak of the pandemic exacerbated job losses and income instability, emphasising the urgency of skill acquisition and adaptation. Skills development enables accessing, remaining, and progressing on the job market. However, so far, not enough people are taking part in learning and training to expand their knowledge and skills once they leave formal education. In response to these circumstances, the European Commission has recognised the growing importance of micro-credentials in lifelong learning and employability and has thus developed a series of policies and initiatives to support their development, recognition, and quality assurance across the European Union.Needs addressed
Lack of Consolidated Definition: The absence of a universally agreed-upon definition of MC leading to a fragmented landscape.Varied Implementation: Differences exist in how micro-credential frameworks are developed and implemented across EU member states.
Limited Stakeholder Involvement: There's a gap in the involvement of non-formal education providers and labour market actors in the design and validation of MC.
Recognition and Portability: Challenges exist in the understanding, recognition, and portability of micro-credentials across different education systems and labor markets.
Expected results
Framework Assessment: Recommendations on how to assess local MC frameworks against EU guidelines and recommendations.Best Practices: Identification and promotion of best practices in the design, issuance, quality assurance, certification, validation, recognition, stackability, portability, and transferability of MC.
Stakeholder Engagement: Guidelines on engaging the appropriate stakeholders ensure policy experimentation aligns with industry needs and learner expectations.
Harmonisation and Mutual Recognition: Policy recommendations aimed at fostering mutual recognition of MC frameworks among EU Member States and regions.
Relevance for Employability and Lifelong Learning: Strategies and policy actions to make MC more relevant for employability and lifelong learning within the CCIs.
Financing
European Union (Erasmus+)Learn more : Site web