About ReferNet
ReferNet is a European network created by Cedefop in 2002 to provide information on national vocational education and training (VET) systems and policies in Member States, Iceland and Norway.
This information is displayed in Cedefop databases and is used for comparative studies. At country level it gives valuable insights into national VET systems. The network builds upon key institutions in each partner country.
ReferNet activities are cofinanced by Cedefop and Member States under a framework partnership agreement. Activities are of common benefit to participating countries and Cedefop. Regular meetings are organised at a central and regional level to promote exchange of information between partners, discuss the activities planned and improve the overall cooperation.
The national institute for the development of continuing vocational training (INFPC) coordinates the activities of ReferNet Luxembourg. The Ministry of Education, Children and Youth is in charge of the national representation.
About Cedefop
Cedefop, (the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training) supports development of European vocational education and training (VET) policies and contributes to their implementation.
Cedefop works to strengthen European cooperation and provide the evidence on which to base European VET policy. Cedefop’s added value is the high quality of its comparative analyses and expertise gathered through research and networking, which are used to:
- Provide technical advice and propose ideas for VET policies;
- Fill knowledge gaps and generating new insights that identify trends in and challenges for VET;
- Increase awareness of VET’s image and importance;
- Bring together policy-makers, social partners, researchers and practitioners to share ideas and debate the best ways to improve VET policies;
- Support and encourage joint European approaches, principles and tools to improve VET.
