The EU has announced its proposals for establishing a European Qualification Framework (EQF) and a European credit system for vocational education and training.

Both are being hailed as positive steps for the fitness industry in the UK and Europe by EHFA and EREPs.

The EQF will relate the qualifications systems of member states, an underlying principle of comparable qualifications that is fundamental to the success of EREPs.

EQF levels are to be incorporated in all certificates issued by training providers, colleges and universities from 2010 onwards.