What is non-formal learning?
Broadly, learning outside the formal school/vocational training/university system, taking place through planned activities (e.g. with goals and timelines) involving some form of learning support, for example:
- programmes to impart work-skills, literacy and other basic skills for early school-leavers
- in-company training
- structured online learning
- courses organised by civil society organisations for their members, their target group or the general public.
Available Resources
Validation of non-formal and informal learning (EACEA)
NFL (CEDEFOP)
European guidelines for validating non-formal and informal learning