# The European Communities (Recognition of Professional Qualifications) (Second General System) Regulations 1996, Regulation 7: Definition of “Attestation of Competence”


(1) In these Regulations, an “Attestation of Competence” means any evidence of qualifications either
(a) attesting to education and training not forming part of a set constituting a First General System Diploma or a Second General System Diploma or a Certificate or
(b) awarded following an assessment of the holder by reference to the personal qualities, aptitudes or knowledge which a competent authority considers essential for the pursuit of a profession, without proof of prior education and training being required.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1996/2374/regulation/7 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/european-communities-recognition-of-professional-qualifications-second-general-system-regulations-1996/regulation-7
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