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Denotes 1) a paper given as proof of completion of an examination-free course, stream of education or training programme, or 2) a paper given as proof of having passed an examination in education and/or training below university level. At university level, use DEGREE.

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ILO, ILO Thesaurus, (accessed 10/2022)
ILO, ILO Thesaurus, (accessed 10/2022)
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A document given upon the successful completion of a course, education or training programme, or upon passing an examination in an education or training institution.

Source:
ILO, Glossary of Key Terms on Learning and Training for Work, 2006
ILO, Glossary of Key Terms on Learning and Training for Work, 2006
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The "Glossary of key terms on learning and training for work" provides a comprehensive overview of terms and their definition used in the field of human resource development and training. Each tenn is followed by its definition and link to related terms. When a term has a broader general meaning, the definition given in the Glossary refers to its use in the training context. Both terms and definitions, as well as cross-references to synonyms and related terms are commonly used by the International Labour Office (ILO) and several other intematlonal organizations involved in human resources development and training.