The second is the creation and development of a 'European area for training, skills and qualifi
cations': training, where, rather than harmonise the channels and itineraries (a
costly, complex and counterproductive exercise) the need is for broad recognition of their validity; skills, where the need is for greater transparency in description and interpretation; and, lastly, qualifications, which should be covered by European-wide recognition, whether they are achieved by means of vocational training, continuing training or attested t
...[+++]o by proven on-the-job experience.