Germany: modernisation of vocational training aligns apprenticeship with labour market needs

In autumn 2025, seven updated vocational apprenticeship occupations have come into effect in Germany.

Transnational cooperation: a Union of Skills starts with collaboration

In today’s fast-changing world, no country can shape the future of vocational education and training (VET) alone.

50 years of EU Agencies and Joint Undertakings: The founding vision of Cedefop and Eurofound is more contemporary than ever

Leadership, at its core, is foresight. Fifty years ago, in 1975, European leaders knew this when confronting a crisis of scarcity – stagflation, energy shortages, and the end of the post-war boom.

Bulgaria: VET quality ordinance

Bulgaria’s new

Hungary: worker loan supports young people

Hungary has launched a new "worker loan" programme to provide targeted support to employed young people aged 17 to 25.

Ireland: launch of major initiatives in modern methods of construction (MMC)

In 2025, the Irish Government launched a set of major initiatives in modern methods of construction (MMC).

Latvia extends access to VET for at-risk learners

Since July 2025, individuals who have completed 9 years of basic education with satisfactory marks in all subjects (at least 4 out of 10) but failed no more than one State examination can still enr

Empowering individuals: how Lifelong Guidance enables opportunities and career journeys

The true power of lifelong guidance (LLG) lies in its potential to have a lasting impact on people’s lives, especially when combined with other measures.

Croatia: OECD accession process reaches key skills policy milestones in education

In June 2025, Croatia marked the successful completion of the OECD review in the field of education as part of the accession process to the OECD.

Croatia: introducing AI in VET

Croatia introduces a new AI curriculum, blending practical training with ethical insights to equip VET students for a tech-driven future.

Estonia: a new four-year applied upper secondary VET programme

From the 2025/26 school year, all students completing basic education must continue their studies until they turn 18 or obtain an upper secondary general or vocational qualification.

Iceland: New future for film students in Iceland

The Icelandic Film School, which offers vocational education and training (VET) for film professionals, was recently moved to Studio Syrland, a company specialising in audio recording and post-prod

Sweden introduces major labour market reform to boost flexibility and security, including career guidance

In 2022, the Swedish government launched a comprehensive transition package aimed at strengthening long-term flexibility, career adaptability, and security in the labour market. 

Luxembourg: Joint multi-channel campaign to boost VET awareness

Building a future that fits your passions – this is the promise of Luxembourg’s Shape Your Future campaign.

Luxembourg: Bridging education, skills and innovation – EduTrends 2025 Forum

How can vocational education and training (VET) thrive in a world shaped by artificial intelligence (AI), robotics and rapidly changing work patterns?

More than a job: citizenship education in initial vocational education and training

VET teachers take the stage: Cedefop launches the first European survey to secure Europe’s skilled future

Thessaloniki, 25 September 2025 –Cedefop officially launched the European Vocational T

Norway: pilot wage subsidy for upskilling

New scheme enables industrial workers to take paid leave for short training, supported by government, employers and unions.

Cyprus: Advancing adult skills and programme accreditation

As part of its strategic commitment to lifelong learning and professional development, the Cyprus University of Technology (CUT) launched the Centre for Lifelong Learning in 2025.

Spain: rise in women's VET participation.

More women in Spain are enrolling in vocational education and training (VET), with recent data showing steady growth in participation and qualification rates across levels and professional branches