Brahe Education Centre has worked to develop pathways from vocational secondary education to higher education. The national objective is that 50% of the young age group will have higher education qualifications by 2030. To achieve this, an increasing number of students from vocational education need to continue to higher education. About five years ago, Brahe […]
We are happy to announce that Max Miettunen, a property maintenance student from Omnia, has been selected as the 2024 Master of Craftsmen in the Finnish national skills competition as a Taitajien Taitaja (Best of the Best)! Max Miettunen has been named the ‘Taitajien Taitaja’ (Best of the Best) for 2024, Photo by Virve Lyyra 2024,
Arja Sarpola has worked in numerous companies, as a researcher, and as a supervisor, but as a VET teacher, she can fully utilise her potential. Arja Sarpola is now in her second academic year working as a VET (vocational education and training) teacher in laboratory techology. Previously, she has held various positions, including as a
Skills competitions create a unique network where teachers, students, and representatives from the industries come together. In Finland Taitaja Skills competition is the largest single annual vocational education and training event. It aims at promoting vocational education, improving connections to entrepreneurs and companies and increasing awareness of the vocational education and professional skills. Brahe Education
As the International Coordinator responsible for Erasmus+ internships at a VET school in Finland, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative impact these opportunities have on our students and the broader vocational education landscape. Erasmus+ internships not only enhance the employability and professional skills of our students but also play a crucial role in making VET
