Learning and Training for Work in a Lifelong Perspective (Background report)

• Introduction
• Learning and Training for Work: a Dual Function
• Social Dialogue, Collective Bargaining and Collective Agreements
• Institutional Frameworks of Learning and Training for Work
  • Training Authorities, Councils and Boards
  • Financing Investment in Learning and Training for Work
  • Provision of Learning Opportunities and Training for Employed Workers
  • Active Labour Market and Equity Programmes
  • Qualifications Frameworks for Learning and Training for Work
  • Labour Market Information, Guidance and Counselling

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