Building a European qualifications map: Development of national qualifications frameworks (NQFs) across Europe 

This policy brief enhances comprehension of NQFs by examining their key features, reach, impact, and utilisation. 

Towards a structured and consistent terminology on transversal skills and competences 

This paper, the third report of the ESCO/EQF Member States Working Group, presents new terminology for transversal skills and competencies. 

Validation of transversal skills across Europe: European state-of-the-art report 

This report gathers data on policies and practices supporting guidance for transversal skills and competencies, as well as validation of non-formal and informal learning in Europe. 

Transversal competence framework (TCF) 

This guide presents a standardised TCF for European Member States. It covers 12 key skills and offers a monitoring framework to evaluate the skill levels of VET students across EQF levels 1 to 8. 

Creativity – a transversal skill for lifelong learning: An overview of existing concepts and practices 

This report explores the framing, conceptualisation, and definition of creativity, offering an overview of existing concepts and practices. It also discusses the relationship between creativity and key competencies for lifelong learning. 

Principles of best practice for the integration of transversal skills in the curricula of further and higher education programmes 

This working paper from the Education and Training Board of Ireland outlines guidelines for education providers to incorporate transversal skills into their curriculum and training programmes. 

The relevance of transversal competences in vocational education and training 

This study offers a summary of research conducted since 2010 on transversal skill acquisition in VET. It highlights key areas within transversal skills and emphasises the growing importance of upskilling students in these competencies to meet labour market needs. 

Educational and economic aspects of mentoring: How mentoring can contribute to the development of soft skills 

This study examines mentoring within educational and economic contexts, focusing on its nature and potential applications in education and the workplace. 

OECD concept note on skills for 2030 

As part of its Future of Education and Skills 2030 initiative, the OECD created a toolkit emphasising social and emotional skills like empathy and respect. The toolkit includes video discussions, the OECD learning compass for 2030, and a detailed forecast for transversal skills in 2030.