The term covers two aspects: Level of attainment in formai education and training, recognised in a qualification system or in a qualification framework. OR Level of proficiency acquired through education and training, work experience or in non-formal/informal/ settings. Comments: -level of qualification is often determined by what is expected in qualification systems or by level descriptors of qualifications frameworks; -it can also be determined by an occupational profile (for example, description of the learning outcomes required to perform the tasks attached to a job at a specific level of responsibility and autonomy). Source: Cedefop.