The main event serving the community of vocational education and training (VET) is back for its sixth edition, bringing together European VET policymakers, industry leaders, teachers, organizations, and students in a five-day online conversation. The European Vocational Skills Week was an unforgettable event, featuring insights from webinars and engaging roundtable discussions with key players in vocational training. The events during the Week primarily explored the themes of VET and the green transition, while also touching upon a range of other topics, such as upskilling and reskilling individuals to benefit from Europe's digital transformation.
The Week provided a significant opportunity to celebrate best practices in the field of vocational education and training (VET), with events organized by local, regional, and national organizations, as well as other VET partners. This year, the Week centered around the themes of VET and the green transition, aligning with the European Commission's commitment to take all necessary steps to become carbon-neutral by 2050, known as the European Green Deal, which aims to equip individuals with the right skills for the transition.
But how did the European Vocational Skills Week inspire the Deal with Digital WBL project?
The Week was a crucial moment for reflection on our project and provided valuable insights that will enrich our work in the coming years. One key aspect we will consider stems from the first day's work, particularly from the "Green, Greener, VET (Challenges)" webinar organized by VET4EU2, a platform of European VET providers' associations: EVTA, EfVET, EUproVET, EVBB. Education and vocational training policy experts, students, providers, and other stakeholders examined the challenges and proposed solutions to make VET more environmentally friendly. We concluded that VET can be a fantastic "catalyst for the green transition."
Our consortium will take these valuable insights into account to integrate specific focus areas on ecological transition into its activity parameters.
The transition to green and digital economies and societies will create new skills needs in all sectors and professions. Europe will need to invest in upgrading and retraining its workforce. In this context, vocational education and training (VET) will play a leading role.
Stronger job growth is expected in high-potential ecological sectors, such as water supply, waste management, and construction. However, employment will increase in nearly all sectors as employers shift toward more sustainable business models. Changes in skills requirements must be reflected in the provision of education and training at all qualification levels. VET and apprenticeships will be essential in providing skills that evolve flexibly and dynamically. Regions and cities will serve as hubs for the green transition. Green economies will have a substantial need for digital skills. This confirms that, in practice, the digital and green transitions are truly "twins" in every respect.
The transition to a green and more digital economy and society will disrupt the labor market and create new skills needs in all sectors and professions. Apprenticeships, being closely tied to the labor market, can adapt quickly, alleviating short-term bottlenecks and ensuring the long-term employability of workers.
The main event serving the community of vocational education and training (VET) is back for its sixth edition, bringing together European VET policymakers, industry leaders, teachers, organizations, and students in a five-day online conversation. The European Vocational Skills Week was an unforgettable event, featuring insights from webinars and engaging roundtable discussions with key players in vocational training. The events during the Week primarily explored the themes of VET and the green transition, while also touching upon a range of other topics, such as upskilling and reskilling individuals to benefit from Europe's digital transformation.
The Week provided a significant opportunity to celebrate best practices in the field of vocational education and training (VET), with events organized by local, regional, and national organizations, as well as other VET partners. This year, the Week centered around the themes of VET and the green transition, aligning with the European Commission's commitment to take all necessary steps to become carbon-neutral by 2050, known as the European Green Deal, which aims to equip individuals with the right skills for the transition.
But how did the European Vocational Skills Week inspire the Deal with Digital WBL project?
The Week was a crucial moment for reflection on our project and provided valuable insights that will enrich our work in the coming years. One key aspect we will consider stems from the first day's work, particularly from the "Green, Greener, VET (Challenges)" webinar organized by VET4EU2, a platform of European VET providers' associations: EVTA, EfVET, EUproVET, EVBB. Education and vocational training policy experts, students, providers, and other stakeholders examined the challenges and proposed solutions to make VET more environmentally friendly. We concluded that VET can be a fantastic "catalyst for the green transition."
Our consortium will take these valuable insights into account to integrate specific focus areas on ecological transition into its activity parameters.
The transition to green and digital economies and societies will create new skills needs in all sectors and professions. Europe will need to invest in upgrading and retraining its workforce. In this context, vocational education and training (VET) will play a leading role.
Stronger job growth is expected in high-potential ecological sectors, such as water supply, waste management, and construction. However, employment will increase in nearly all sectors as employers shift toward more sustainable business models. Changes in skills requirements must be reflected in the provision of education and training at all qualification levels. VET and apprenticeships will be essential in providing skills that evolve flexibly and dynamically. Regions and cities will serve as hubs for the green transition. Green economies will have a substantial need for digital skills. This confirms that, in practice, the digital and green transitions are truly "twins" in every respect.
The transition to a green and more digital economy and society will disrupt the labor market and create new skills needs in all sectors and professions. Apprenticeships, being closely tied to the labor market, can adapt quickly, alleviating short-term bottlenecks and ensuring the long-term employability of workers.