Our CEO, Dr Rose Anne Cuschieri at the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) attended the regional consultative meeting on the Commonwealth Credit Transfer Framework for Micro-Credentials, held in South Africa on 24-25 March. The meeting, which brought together stakeholders from Southern Africa, Eastern Africa, and the Mediterranean, aimed to develop a standardized approach for recognising and transferring micro-credentials across Commonwealth countries.
Micro-credentials are gaining global recognition as flexible, digital certifications that support lifelong learning and workforce mobility. They allow individuals to stack short-term learning experiences into formal qualifications, making them particularly relevant in today’s fast-evolving, technology-driven job market. Discussions at the meeting focused on credit transfer mechanisms, quality assurance, digital credentialing, and recognition of prior learning.
This initiative is closely aligned with the Commonwealth of Learning’s (COL) mission to expand access to education through digital innovation and cross-border collaboration. It also supports the goals of the UNESCO Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications, promoting fair and transparent evaluation of academic credentials worldwide.
The development of a Commonwealth-wide framework will help governments, education institutions, and industries adopt micro-credentials effectively, ensuring greater employability and skills recognition. Key next steps include reviewing existing frameworks, engaging with regional stakeholders, and piloting the implementation of micro-credential registries. The framework is expected to be finalized and submitted for potential endorsement at the Commonwealth Conference of Education Ministers in 2027.
This initiative marks a significant step toward harmonizing qualification recognition, fostering greater collaboration across education and employment sectors, and enhancing opportunities for learners in the Commonwealth.
