The Turkmen delegation took part in an international seminar on "Improving the system of recognition of non-formal education and skills acquired through self-study", organized by the European Educational Fund (ETF) and the French agency AFPA and held in Lyon (France) from November 5-7.

The main purpose of the seminar is to introduce the participating countries to the French VAE (Validation des Acquis de Expérience) system - "Recognition of experience" and to inspire them to implement new reforms in this area in national systems.

The seminar was attended by representatives of European and Central Asian countries Asia, as well as the Balkans and the Eastern Mediterranean countries. Representatives of the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population took part in the event from Turkmenistan.

The seminar presented the methodology and experience of French specialists in the field of recognition of non-formal education. On the sidelines of the meeting, the participating countries had the opportunity to exchange knowledge, experience and effective practices on this topic. Work is currently underway in Turkmenistan to improve non-formal education recognition systems. In particular, a roadmap has been developed for the assessment and recognition of professional qualifications, a national framework for professional qualifications, and work is underway to amend relevant legislative acts. In addition, cooperation between the Ministry of Education is being strengthened Turkmenistan and the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population.

In Turkmenistan, great importance is attached to this seminar, as the knowledge and exchange of experience gained at the international level opens up the path to new approaches in the country. The participation of Turkmen delegates in the seminar was an important step in the development of international cooperation in the field of improving the system of recognition of non-formal education, vocational training in Turkmenistan.

At the end of the international event, the participants had the opportunity to get acquainted with the national heritage of France, which was part of the cultural part of the seminar program.