An EU Common Training Framework for Landscape Architecture Addressing the Current Needs of Society

Abstract

A European common training framework (CTF) for landscape architecture; within the framework of the professional qualifications directive of the EU. The content is developed based on the existing documents of IFLA Europe and ECLAS in a collaborative process. It is updated according to new policies and changed needs of society. It is important as a benchmark for recognition and providing quality standards. If the CTF is accepted by the EU it fosters free mobility of professional landscape architects and provides a basis national recognition of the profession in countries where its position is not regulated.