NRP 80: Closing conference of the research project ‘Effects of Covid-19 on VET’

Did the COVID-19 pandemic create lasting changes to dual vocational training? At the conference ‘Crisis as a catalyst for innovation? Dual vocational education and training after Covid-19’, researchers from the Swiss Federal University for Vocational Education and Training (SFUVET) and the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW) will present their findings on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on vocational training.

The findings stem from the project ‘Effects of Covid-19 on VET’, which was carried out as part of the NRP 80.

In a series of short presentations, the researchers will demonstrate whether and how processes and practices in company-based training changed during the pandemic. The researchers will address 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 effective beyond the pandemic.

During a panel discussion, former apprentices, vocational trainers and vocational training experts will discuss their experiences and examine the extent to which the crisis has acted as a catalyst for innovation. Together, the panelists will discuss long-term challenges, opportunities, and potential lessons from the pandemic for the future of vocational training.

• Registration for the event via the registration form

• Information and programme

• University of Bern project website

• FHNW project website

• EHB project website