SLOVAKIA
| Comparability of qualification levels | An 8 level structure is envisaged to be compatible with EQF also in terms of principles, categories and level descriptors. The final number of levels has not been defined yet. |
| Use of learning outcomes in HE & CE | The learning outcomes approach was recognized as a part of the reform agenda and is being integrated in all new developments - Modernisation programme ‘Slovakia 21’. |
| National legislation on EQF levels 5-8 | Government Decision on EQF implementation adopted in February 2009. the Vocational Education and Training Act No 184/2009, the School Act No 245/2008 and the Higher Education Act, No 131/2002. A number of legislative reforms and concrete initiatives on the way. Act on higher education. |
| Level of implementation of NQF | The strategy was adopted in 2007. The referencing process started in Jan 2010 and the referencing report is expedited by April 2011. The EQF implementation will be carried out in a 5-year ESF national project beginning in 2010. The NQF will be designed in parallel. |
| Recognition of prior learning | not mentioned |
| e-Learning implementation | 1 EDEN member |
| Openness to virtual mobility | WHO usage, some barriers reported |