To me, you are describing knowledge & understanding. An "education", as I understand it, is a validated completion of a curriculum from a known, accredited institution. Also, an " education" is no guarantee of access to, nor achievement of, success. Merely a minimal requirement for consideration.
Noted, and you may be correct. I always presumed an "education" involved a structured framework of learning. As an autodidact of sorts w/ merely an undergrad degree I have had many citations from prospective employers & clients as to my "sparse" education. I am often dismissed without ever having an opportunity to demonstrate my abilities b/c I lack expensive degrees & certs.
