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Vocational Education and Training

 

Vocational training institutions admit individuals who have obtained lower or upper secondary education, as well as those who have not completed lower secondary education (individuals aged 14 and older).
In vocational training programs, students aim to acquire their first qualification (initial vocational training) or an additional qualification (continuing vocational training).

Vocational Education and Training

Relevant data of 2024

52

Vocational Education and Training institutions

1 393

Vocational training programmes

20 759

Study contracts concluded

FAQ

What is CPIS?

CPIS is a Centralised Information System for Admission to Education Programmes that ensures equal opportunities for everyone to access effective admission to education programmes services tailored to individual needs. The admission services follow a one-stop shop principle.

What is the minimum age requirement to apply to a vocational education and training school?

The minimum age to study at a vocational training school is at least 14 years old on admission. Persons under 16 years of age may only study in vocational training programmes that are conducted together with a general education programme.

What is the difference between initial and continuing vocational education and training?

Initial vocational education and training (IVET) offers learners opportunities to acquire the first qualification. Together with a qualification, learners can obtain lower secondary education or upper secondary education.

Continuing vocational education and training (CVET) is designed for learners who already have a qualification or higher education, as well as for those who seek to improve a qualification they already have or want to acquire a new vocational education qualification.

When does the admission to vocational training programmes take place?

Exact admission dates are approved annually by the Minister of Education, Science, and Sport. The admission process consists of:

  • Main admission (winter and summer phases)
  • Additional admission (at the end of summer)
  • Filling vacant spots after the start of the vocational training process (in September-October).

2025 general admission dates.