News about VET from Germany

Artificial intelligence (AI) in vocational education and training (VET) is the theme of the German Hermann Schmidt Prize for 2025,  underscoring the growing importance AI in the German VET system.

A new training center for the preparation of qualified specialists for employment in Germany will be established in Ferghana, Uzbekistan. This initiative was announced following a meeting between the Governor of Ferghana Region, Khayrullo Bozorov, and Max Reumschüssel, head of the German company Simson Private Akademie.

Germany and Indonesia have established a joint "Green and Digital Transformation Hub" in Indonesia. The vocational training at the Hub will combine German apprenticeships with Indonesian polytechnic education.

The Minister for Higher Education, Prince Maele, is confident the solution to solving Botswana's high unemployment rate amongst the youth lies in vocational education.

Two young nationals from St. Kitts and Nevis (SKN) are set to embark on a groundbreaking journey, as they prepare to depart for Germany this month to participate in a three-year dual vocational training program.

The Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training (BIBB) and Colombia's National Vocational Training Service (SENA) extend their cooperation and define joint topics for the period 2025-2028.

Aching muscles, learning German and a spirit of adventure: three young people from Asia talk about their experiences as apprentices in Germany.

Amid European challenges, the Nordic countries and Germany are turning to adult education, short-term courses and micro-credentials for solutions. A closer look at the countries reveals differences and areas for improvement.

Elena Wipfler from the German-Chilean Chamber of Commerce and Industry explains how, in her role as a "skills expert", she has built up trust in the German training model.