NETHERLANDS

Comparability of qualification levels It is unlikely that the knowledge, skills and competence differentiation in the EQF will be taken over directly - number of levels and their descriptors will be decided during the consultation
process to take place in the coming year.
Use of learning outcomes in HE & CE The learning outcomes (or rather) competence-oriented approach is broadly accepted in Dutch education and training.
National legislation on EQF levels 5-8 The national qualification framework (NQF) for higher education is officially compatible with the QF-EHEA. Broad measures to accommodate all aspects of life long learning into Dutch education and training.
Level of implementation of NQF The intention is to establish the NQF by 2010 and present the referencing report in early 2011
Recognition of prior learning The Knowledge Centre for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition was set up in 2001 to develop, collect and disseminate knowledge about EVC procedures.
e-Learning implementation 6 EDEN members, 2 EADL members
Openness to virtual mobility several large online learning institutions