Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Qualifications

What is APEL.Q? Qualification Benefit Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Qualifications

Convert your experience into qualifications.

What is APEL.Q? Qualification Benefit APEL.Q - Convert your experience into qualifications.

Ofqual UK Government-recognized qualification.

What is APEL.Q? Qualification Benefit Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Qualifications

Fast, affordable, UK government-recognized.

What is APEL.Q? Qualification Benefit Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Qualifications

Convert your experience into qualifications.

APEL.Q (Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Qualifications) is the world’s first independently implemented program for converting work experience into UK national qualifications, launched by the Schweizer Institut für Hochschulbildung in Management und Innovation.

What is APEL.Q?

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National recognized

Recognized qualification

Advantages of an Ofqual-recognized qualification

Recognized by the UK Government

Qualification awarded by Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Bodies

University program compatible

Compatible with the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ)

NQF-aligned and globally recognized

Globally recognized under the National Qualifications Framework (NQF)

Transferable between education systems

Easily transferable across international education systems

Optimized for the workplace

Workplace-oriented for maximum applicability

Affordable study abroad transfer

Ultra-affordable pathway to study abroad

Advantages for migration

Supports relocation and employment mobility

Emphasizes employability

Bridging academic learning and professional practice

European recognition via EQF

EQF – European Qualifications Framework

Australian recognition via AQF

AQF – Australian Qualifications Framework

Recognized in the U.S. and Canada (WES)

WES - World Education Services

Recognized in ASEAN under the AQRF

AQRF - ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework

No need to study again

With 10+ years of experience, APEL.Q® recognized my skills without repeating classes.

Elena R.

Italia

Fast process

It helped me get my qualification recognized without delay so I could apply for new job opportunities immediately.

Maria L.

Spain

Up to 80% refund if not approved

I felt confident knowing I’d get up to 80% refunded if not approved — low risk and easy to try.

Tomas M.

Poland

UK government-recognized qualification

I was surprised to earn an Ofqual-recognized UK qualification — it opened global opportunities.

Sophie D.

France

Skip the classroom, show your skills!

APEL.Q Support System

The APEL.Q Support System helps candidates gain confidence and avoid unnecessary time and cost.

APEL.Q Process

Free Portfolio Assessment Before Submission

Confidence in Your Knowledge When Starting the APEL.Q Process

Help Understand the Competency Assessment Requirements

Helps ensure proper formatting and prevent plagiarism

How the Experience-to-Qualification Program Was Developed

1999

Lisbon Recognition Convention

The Lisbon Recognition Convention is a cornerstone of the Bologna Process, designed to facilitate the mutual recognition of higher education qualifications and quality standards across European countries.

2008

European Qualifications Framework (EQF)

The EQF is an eight-level qualifications framework based on learning outcomes. It facilitates the comparison and recognition of qualifications across European countries by linking national qualification frameworks.

2022

EU Recommendation on Micro-Credentials

On June 16, 2022, the EU adopted a recommendation to promote the development and recognition of micro-credentials to support lifelong learning and enhance employability.

2023

The Global Reach of APEL.Q

APEL.Q has been widely adopted in many countries. In Southeast Asia, Malaysia was the first country to implement APEL.Q at the national level, led by the Ministry of Higher Education.

2024

Risk prevention strategy

APEL.Q is considered an effective solution for reducing risks related to migration, labor mobility, and relocation. It also serves as a preventive measure against job loss for middle-aged individuals.

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