News about VET from Germany

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Germany: increased apprenticeship remuneration tackles skill shortages

The high value placed on apprenticeships in Germany is reflected in yet another significant increase in apprenticeship remuneration for 2024, following a continuous rise in previous years. Particularly companies in sectors experiencing a shortage of applicants, have increased apprentice salaries to attract more young talent.

Investing in people for a competitive European Union

The European Union needs skilled people to respond to new challenges and stay competitive. But as job requirements change, many workers struggle to keep up and businesses cannot find the right talent.

Germany's Apprenticeship Model Boosts Workforce and Economy

Germany's dual apprenticeship model is recognized as one of the world’s most effective workforce development programs.

Breaking barriers for young women not in employment, education, or training

Despite progress in education and employment policies, young women across the EU remain disproportionately affected by labour market downturns. While the overall NEET rate has declined considerably since 2021, the gender gap persists.

Morocco: TUI Academy offers vocational training in hospitality

With youth unemployment in Morocco exceeding 22%, many young people face significant barriers to entering the workforce. To help tackle this challenge, the TUI Academy Morocco is now empowering 300 students by providing them with high-quality vocational training, practical experience, and the skills needed to build successful careers in the hospitality industry.

Ingredients for Success: ETF's Cookbook on Vocational Excellence

Vocational excellence, much like culinary mastery, requires the perfect combination of quality ingredients, precise methods, and creative flair. This compelling metaphor is at the heart of the ETF's recently launched publication.

Heidelberg Apprenticeship Program Celebrates Plans for Continued Growth

The vocational training initiative HEIDELBERG Apprenticeship Program, designed to cultivate a new generation of field service technicians, has already proven successful, with several graduates now employed full-time by HEIDELBERG.

Can Germany's dual VET system strengthen Northern Virginia's clean energy workforce?

How can Northern Virginia develop the skilled workforce needed for its clean energy transition? In a guest article on the GOVET website, the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) explores how Germany's dual VET system can offer innovative solutions for Northern Virginia's clean energy transition.

Initial and continuing VET partnerships to strengthen international skills mobility

By attending the German-Asian Forum on Vocational Education & Training taking place in Hamburg today, the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr Harini Amarasuriya, and the Minister for Education and Skills of Buthan, Yeezang De Thapa, are showing a commitment to close cooperation between Asian and German training systems and markets.