Mosaicist: Reference scheme

Mosaicist: Reference scheme

Scheme D) Unregulated profession without a defined scheme (provisional scheme)

The reference scheme is based on the 'modelSkills Cycle' and is in line with the 'Tourism, Arts, Heritage Competence Framework (TAH-CF)'. the TAH-CF is defined in accordance with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), the Recommendation of the European Parliament and of the Council 2009/C 155/02 (ECVET) and the APNR (Non-Regulated Professional Activities) scheme adopted by UNI for the technical standardization of unregulated professions.”

The form is made available to all stakeholders in the cultural tourism supply chain in order to collect comments and useful elements for identifying the initial scheme. All interested parties are invited to improve the sheet by sending their contributions to info@aiptoc.it

Description

PAS40: Mosaicist (V-VI-VII-VIII Level EQF)

The mosaicist is the professional figure specialized in the creation and restoration of mosaics.
Mosaics can be placed inside or outside private buildings, churches, schools and other public buildings, or be created on small surfaces (fountains, portable tables, etc.). The activity is generally carried out by artisans in the sector and involves the use of materials such as: enamelled glass, glass paste, natural stone, terracotta, mother of pearl, etc.

The duties of a mosaicist include:

Mosaic Design: Create drafts and designs for new mosaics, choosing appropriate materials and colors.
Cutting and Preparation of Materials: Cut and prepare materials such as glass, stone, terracotta for insertion into the mosaic.
Placing and Fixing the Tiles: Position and fix the tiles (mosaic pieces) following the pre-established design.
Finishing and Sealing: Apply mortar and other sealants to complete and protect the mosaic.
Restoration of Ancient Mosaics: Repair and preserve historic or damaged mosaics.
Artistic consultancy: Offer consultancy on mosaic projects and collaborate with other professionals in the sector, such as architects or designers.
Consulting and Sales: Provide advice on materials and manufacturing techniques, and sell your own works.

Standards of Reference

European Qualification Framework (EQF)
Recommendation 2009 / C 155/02 (European Credit System for Vocational Education and Training - ECVET)
Law 4/2013 relating to unregulated professions (Italy)

Profile Evaluation Criteria

To certify the possession of skills, it is proposed to take into consideration methodologies that take into account the following aspects in a non-mutually exclusive manner, i.e. possibly in combination with each other:

Qualifications awarded in the academic field (Formal Learning)
Specific Training (Non-Formal Learning)
Work, professional or artistic experience (Informal Learning)

Work, professional or artistic experience can be demonstrated through various tools including:

Curriculum Vitae
Professional portfolio
Objective placement on the market (awards, regional, national or international recognition)
Publications (scientific or editorial)

Requirements for access to the professional figure

Since the professional figure is not organized in an order or college, the requirements may vary based on the relevant Professional Association or other criteria established by the individual interested parties. Below are the requirements adopted by the Helios Study Center for inclusion in the internal register containing the list of Professionals whose skills have been recognized as corresponding to the requirements indicated in the “Tourism, Arts and Heritage Competence Framework (TAH-CF)”

Note: The assigned EQF level (VI, VII or VIII level) is linked to the results of the final evaluation which will take into account the overall qualifications, specific training and work, professional or artistic experience

Professionals who have attended courses in which the title of XNUMXst or XNUMXnd level academic diploma related to the professional figure in question is issued, issued by an Institute of Higher Artistic, Musical and Dance Education (AFAM);

Having attended specific training courses for the professional figure in question organized/recognised by Universities, Regions or professional associations established pursuant to law 4/2013 and recognized by the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy (MIMI ex MISE) and at least six months, even if not continuous, of proven work, professional or artistic experience in the relevant sector

Three-year degree and at least two years, even if not continuous, of proven work or professional experience in the reference sector

Second grade secondary school diploma and at least five years, even if not continuous, with proven work or professional experience in the relevant sector

Regardless of the qualification, recognition of the requirements by AIPTOC - Italian Association of Tourism Professionals and Cultural Operators (*).

(*) Note: it is believed, given the particularity of the figure of the artist in question, to recognize this professionalism regardless of qualifications but also taking into account solely the artistic experience. In this case, the evaluation of the following aspects is particularly important

Curriculum Vitae
Professional portfolio
Objective placement on the market (awards, regional, national or international recognition)

The following registers and lists are also recognized for inclusion purposes:
- Be included in the Registers of Professional Associations established pursuant to law 4/2013 and recognized by the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy (MIMI ex MISE) as long as they refer to the competence in question