News about VET from Germany

In cooperation with international partners GOVET has produced a publication on the topic of sustainability in vocational education. What role does the topic play at a political level? How can sustainability be considered in the vocational practice? What best practices are there from other countries?

Germany wants to expand relations with India. This includes making it easier for Indians wishing to work in Germany to obtain a visa.

Skilled craft occupations have a long tradition in Germany but are currently suffering from shortages of apprentices. Several initiatives from trade associations and politicians are supporting craft businesses in making a career in the crafts sector more visible and attractive for young people.

Researchers from the Africa Focus in Bayreuth will investigate the specific characteristics of vocational training in selected African countries.

For decades, the European Training Foundation (ETF) has been helping Egypt transform its education and training systems. From policy reforms to on-the-ground initiatives, this partnership promotes human capital development, fills skills gaps and fosters sustainable growth

Social dialogue is a crucial tool in shaping quality and effective apprenticeships across Europe. It balances the interests employers, trade unions, and government bodies, fostering collaboration that addresses skill shortages and aligns workforce training with evolving labour market needs.

NSDC International, LM Care AG and Aartees Education are thrilled to announce a MoU aimed at addressing the growing demand for skilled healthcare professionals, particularly Indian Registered Nurses, in Germany. This stands as one of India's major initiatives, with 3,250 nurses will be mobilized to Germany next couple of years.

The Vocational education and training (VET) report and the associated VET data report were published in May 2024. Positive developments on the VET market are set against current and future challenges for German VET.

BIWE, the vocational education and training organization of the employer's from Germany's southwestern state of Baden-Württemberg has published a new video about securing sustainable implementation of dual vocational education and training (DVET) on Youtube.