The Asociación de Centros de Formación Profesional FPEmpresa has participated in the 9th Annual Seminar of the European Alliance for Apprenticeships (EAfA) and the European Training Foundation (ETF), in collaboration with the Albanian Ministry of Economy, Culture, and Innovation. —  The event took place on October 17-18 in Tirana, Albania, and was attended by FPEmpresa

Recent studies in dementia care training have highlighted significant gaps in practical, real-world applications, particularly in vocational education settings (Johnson & Smith, 2023). The European Union’s Erasmus+ KA210-VET program addresses this challenge through the RealWorld Dementia Training Tool (ReDTT) project, with a €60,000 grant. This initiative follows Williams et al.’s (2023) recommendations for standardized training

The Asociación de Centros de Formación Profesional FPEmpresa has hosted members of the SiT Project (Sustainability in TCLF) in Madrid on November 13 and 14 of 2024, for the second project meeting. The IES Leonardo Da Vinci, an FPEmpresa-affiliated center, has served as the venue for this European meeting, where attendees observed the work of

  As CRES approaches its fifth anniversary, 30 members gathered in the historic city of Rome, Italy, for the CRES Board and General Meeting. This event marked a milestone in the organization’s journey of fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and shaping a more inclusive future. Over the course of the meeting, participants celebrated past achievements, welcomed

The process of defining microcredentials in the educational systems of Slovenia, Bosnia and Hercegovina, Serbia and Montenegro has showed that it is an vibrant process with all countries being affected thus making the Erasmus+ Capacity building in VET project MC.VET a very relevant one.  — Only in Croatia microcredentials are formally defined and included in

Empowering Communities Through Training for Sustainable and Authentic Tourism Practices   The AGORA Project is making progress as we develop a blended training course for adult learners. This action contributes to our overall goal of promoting sustainable and authentic tourism experiences that focus on local culture and heritage. By bringing community partners, local producers, and

Abidjan, Ivory Coast – October 21 – 25, 2024   The Pilot Project OVERSTEP concluded with a memorable event at Hotel Capitole, Abidjan, Ivory Coast, celebrating its achievements and partnerships. Attendees included key stakeholders like Yavo Alain, METFPA representative, Koffi N’Guessan, and Anne-Catherine Claude from the EU Delegation. The ceremony highlighted success stories, panel discussions,

November 2024 is proving to be an intense and fruitful month for the Peer Review (PR) methodology, full of opportunities to get involved and learn more about its potential and innovation that it brings to the VET sector. This is happening thanks to the Erasmus+ project Digital Peer Review for green and digital VET, a

In a constantly evolving job market, soft skills are more important than ever. Abilities such as critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving not only play a key role in shaping career paths but are also crucial for addressing future challenges. The STEAM Boosting Soft Skills (STEAM Bo.SS) project, funded under the Erasmus+ KA2 programme (2023-1-IT01-KA220-VET-00016399) and

Bridging Knowledge and Practice   Applied research in Vocational Education and Training (VET) links education, innovation, and industry to address real-world challenges and meet regional economic needs. VET institutions improve employability through updated curriculums, internships, and industry feedback. They also contribute to innovation ecosystems via partnerships and projects, often acting as testbeds for practical solutions.

The JU High School of Business, Commerce, and Trade, Sarajevo, carried out several noteworthy activities as part of the WP3 Fostering Social Inclusion package, in which students from the IPP program participated alongside their peers.  The first activity was a visit to the Post Office, a very interesting one because it wasn’t just learning about

Dc-VET WB and Autumn Magic Workshop   🍂The DC-VET WB project is in full swing and continues with interesting activities within WP3 – Fostering social inclusion. 📅12/11/2024 at premises JU SCC Hadzici, section “Learning for Life” organized socializing activities through art and students’ competition.      The students of this school invited the students of

Vocational Education and Training is at a pivotal moment in Europe, with a clear need to redefine its public image, strengthen industry partnerships and enhance its visibility. VET is often misunderstood or viewed as a secondary choice compared to traditional academic routes.  — As part of the VET2Sustain project, an online survey gathered insights from

Recognition of Professional Qualifications in Kosovo   The public campaign promotes and emphasises the European Union’s support to the Government of Kosovo to align the national legislative and regulatory framework on the recognition of professional qualifications (RPQ) and institutional set up with the EU Acquis. This campaign will raise public awareness on RPQ and its

CANDI Project’s Final Phase: Last Transnational Meeting in Tirana and Upcoming Multiplier Event by IUS Life   The CANDI project has now entered its final phase, marked by the project team’s last transnational meeting, held in the vibrant city of Tirana and organized by Albanian Skills. During this gathering, the team analyzed the project’s current

👩‍🏫 WP3 – Fostering Social Inclusion In VET Systems 👨‍⚖️ Workshop “Children’s Rights”    👨‍⚖️The first “Children’s Rights” workshop, which aims to promote inclusion in education through extracurricular activities, was held at the High School of Catering and Tourism -Sarajevo on Friday, October 25, 2024. The “Learning for Life” section of the school organized the

WP3 – Fostering Social Inclusion   🍎 Apple Day is traditionally celebrated on October 21st each year. 🍎 As part of the activity of the project, Work Package 3, Fostering Social Inclusion In VET Systems, Prof. Jasmina Pezo and the staff and students of JU SS Hadzici celebrated this day of the queen of fruit,

Associazione Bottega del Terzo Settore   A life-changing Erasmus + experience for a group of students from Associazione Bottega del Terzo Settore went by too quickly. October, colored with autumn colors, was too short for everything they had planned; discovering the unknown culture and tradition of Sarajevo, making new friends, tasting and making traditional Bosnian