The conference will feature presentations on new research into the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on vocational education and training by researchers from the Swiss Federal University for Vocational Education and Training SFUVET and the University of Applied Sciences of Northwestern Switzerland FHNW.
The findings are based on the project ‘Short- and long-term impacts of Covid-19 on vocational education and training’, which was carried out as part of the Swiss National Science Foundation’s national research programme 80, ‘Covid-19 in Society’.
In a series of short presentations, speakers will explore how – and whether – processes and practices in company-based training changed during the pandemic. Topics include the health and well-being of apprentices, training practices within companies, and transitions within and beyond dual vocational education and training. Particular attention will be paid to the innovations and experiences that have remained relevant beyond the pandemic.
The panel discussion brings together former apprentices, VET trainers and VET experts to discuss their experiences and examine the extent to which the crisis acted as a catalyst for innovation. Together, they will explore long-term challenges, opportunities and potential lessons for the future development of vocational education and training.