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JIMINY SELF-HELP HANDBOOK 3

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1. Aim of the Module
The aim of this module is to develop the competences of adult educators in order to assess and validate
the skills and competences 'Sense of initiative and entrepreneurship' of adults with fewer
opportunities and the acquisition of knowledge by adults with fewer opportunities on how to approach
the validation process of competences acquired through other means than formal education.

The module briefly discusses the definition and meaning of the competence 'sense of initiative and
entrepreneurship' and the context and importance of the validation process in Europe. Examples
of tools and methods used in the validation process are given and the factors influencing the validation
process and the stages of the validation process are identified. In addition to the theory, exercises and
literature for knowledge and a validation test were given.

1.2. Learning Objectives
By the end of this subchapter, the learners will:

A. Understand what “validation of competence” refers to by discovering the basic concepts to
the notion as they vary in term of application in different EU member states.
B. Learn about the main factors to take into account when building a process of “validation
of competence”.
C. Learn at what level “validation of competence” works.

2. THEORETICAL BACKGROUND
2.1. Definition of the Concept of “Validation of the Competence”
Competences are context-specific dispositions

Competence can be defined as a combination of knowledge, skills and attitudes.

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There are many different types of competences. We will focus our attention on key competences,
i.e. those that are needed for personal development, finding a job, social integration and functioning
in society, a balanced lifestyle, making health choices consciously, or active participation in civic
matters. These competences are developed throughout life in different forms: formal, non-formal and
informal education, and in different environments: family, school, workplace, neighborhood and other
groups.

8 key competences can be mentioned, all of which are equally important and necessary to function
properly in life and society: