The awareness of vocational education, including its reputation, status, and role within society, is often seen as limited or insufficient. What steps can vocational education and training (VET) take to improve this perception?  In March 2025, we participated in the EnergyWeek event in Vaasa, Finland, to showcase the contributions of VET. This annual event attracts […]

A national forum for study counselors is arranged every year in Finland.  The 2025 National Study Councelor days “Opopäivät” event was held in Vaasa at the beginning of February. The theme for the Vaasa Opopäivät was “New Energy in Guidance.” The main organizer of the event was the Pohjanmaa Study Counselors Association (Pohjanmaan opinto-ohjaajat ry).

The VET2Sustain project team gathered in Verona on 12th-13th March 2025 for a productive and collaborative meeting, working efficiently toward the project’s objectives.  Luca Calligaro from ENAC warmly welcomed all participants at the start of the meeting. To ensure everyone was familiar with one another and understood their roles, the meeting began with introductions.  The

Technology Tuesday is an annual national event day in Finland, when vocational colleges and companies organise events in their hometowns. The event takes place in November. – We have held the event here at Samiedu for years. The day brings together students, teachers, technology professionals, and businesses, providing a unique opportunity to learn about technological

English-language training can significantly enhance the appeal of vocational education and training programs. By offering training programs in English, institutions become more attractive to international applicants, boosting their global reach. This, in turn, invigorates local economies as businesses draw in new talent. English-language training also strengthens the competitiveness of educational institutions and supports students’ employability.