The main objective of the BREVET project was to strengthen the use of innovative digital tools in skill recognition within the VET sector. We aimed to develop and pilot a micro-credential system that connects recent EU developments, such as the ESCO taxonomy and the Europass Digital Credentials Infrastructure (EDCI). By doing so, we sought to enhance transparency, portability, and user-friendliness of digital credentials, thus supporting employability and lifelong learning. The project also focused on building institutional capacity and digital readiness among VET providers. Additionally, we aimed to raise awareness about ethical concerns and privacy issues in digital accreditation. Through collaborative research, software development, and piloting activities, BREVET intended to set a foundation for a more inclusive, future-oriented and interoperable recognition system that supports a culture of open recognition and contributes to educational and social innovation across Europe.
The BREVET project was initiated to address the lack of digital credentialing systems in the VET sector and to respond to emerging European priorities such as digital transformation, skills transparency, and lifelong learning. While micro-credentials have been explored in higher education, the VET sector lacked tools and frameworks for digital accreditation. Our needs analysis revealed critical gaps: limited digital credential opportunities, a lack of transparency in skill recognition, low trust in digital credentials among VET stakeholders, and insufficient attention to privacy issues. By connecting micro-credentials with ESCO taxonomy and Europass infrastructure, we aimed to develop and pilot an innovative tool that enhances skills visibility, trust, and portability. This project was designed to empower VET institutions, learners, and policymakers across Europe by fostering digital readiness, institutional innovation, and inclusive recognition practices.