VPET system Shortage of skilled labour … WorldSkills Lyon: Switzerland’s elite team takes home 15 medals In early September 2024, the world's top skills champions gathered at the WorldSkills competition in Lyon. The Swiss flag was carried by 45 young professionals. SERI Deputy Director Rémy Hübschi explains why the federal government co-sponsors Switzerland's participation in skills competitions. 26/09/2024 Talia Bongni
Opinions Professional education ERI policy … Recognising the value of the professional education sector Professional education is a winning concept: it enables adults holding vocational qualifications to pursue more advanced training at tertiary level, thus ensuring that the labour market has an adequate supply of highly skilled workers. It is in Switzerland’s best interest to preserve the professional education sector as one of our competitive strengths. 16/04/2024 Rémy Hübschi
VPET system Sustainable development … How a new occupation is created: examples from the solar energy sector In 2023, SERI approved and issued VET ordinances and training plans for a total of 50 new or revised occupations. Here we examine two new occupations relating to solar panel installation, which are intended to further the aims of sustainability and environmental protection. 28/03/2024 Florian Berset
