Bridging Knowledge in Long Term Care 2009: Bridging education and training in ageing and disability: the European Care Certificate (ECC)

摘要

IntroductionThere has been significant movement of workers between EU countries seeking work in the social care sector, causing problems for workers and employers who cannot easily evaluate the worth of qualifications gained abroad. The European Care Certificate (ECC) helps workers start work in the social care sector by defining basic knowledge and offering recognition for their learning.