The EAQUALS Charters

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The General Charter

The General Charter is about the commitments, undertakings, duties and legality of Accredited Members of EAQUALS. It mentions in particular:

  • Non-discrimination
  • Continuous internal development
  • Clear information to clients, students and staff
  • Health and safety
  • Compliance with relevant legislation, and
  • Compliance with the other EAQUALS charters

Click here for the full text of the EAQUALS Charters for accredited members     EN     DE

THE EAQUALS COURSE PARTICIPANTS' CHARTER

This charter is a clear undertaking by each accredited member to provide quality services in all areas related to a language course provided by an EAQUALS accredited member. The main areas covered are: qualifications, experience and professional skills of the teachers and trainers; the teaching and learning materials and organisation of the teaching programmes; suitability of the premises; and the provision of detailed, truthful information about the course of studies. The complete Course Participant’s Charter is to be displayed in each EAQUALS accredited school.

THE EAQUALS STAFF CHARTER

This charter concerns the working conditions, duties and entitlements of both the academic and non-academic staff where not already defined in national law. It requires an EAQUALS school to deal fairly with its staff, in accordance with local norms, to provide suitable working conditions, and, for example, to provide training for staff. The Staff Charter is to be displayed in full in the staffrooms and offices of EAQUALS accredited schools.

THE EAQUALS INFORMATION CHARTER

This charter guarantees the veracity, comprehensiveness and clarity of the information provided by the school in its brochures, publicity, websites and other information sources.

CHARTER FOR EAQUALS ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Associate Members do not undergo inspection but have to demonstrate that they support and comply with the Charter for Associate Members. Additional requirements are made of Associate Members that are examination boards.

Click here for the EAQUALS Charter for Associate Members
Click here for the additional requirements for Associate Members that are examination boards