We have attended the presentation, as well as participated in the organization, of the 8th edition of Advanced Factories, a reference event in Robotics and Industrial Automation very important for Vocational Training.
News of the Saló de l’Ensenyament
The new FP is the future and can be yours! Check the open doors dates of the 31 public centers of the #formacióprofessionalitzadora of Barcelona. Discover all the options offered by the 11 professional sectors of the city! http://fp.edubcn.cat/portes-obertes
Companies and institutions facing the challenge of dual training
The Foundation has had the pleasure of organizing, together with the Cercle d’Economia Foundation, the Session “Companies and institutions facing the challenge of dual training”.
The new Vocational Training Act proposes a single integrated system relating it to the world of work, both for people who are employed and unemployed. This Law focuses on the person and develops a system that accompanies him throughout his life. In this new regulatory framework, all the training is proposed in a dual format, an educational modality where part of the training is carried out in a company or institution that is jointly responsible for the entire process, becoming a training organization.
Therefore, to publicize these initiatives, we have had related speakers and experts in the field to know the position of public institutions and business experiences in dual training.
Pedro Fontana, president of the Cercle d’Economia Foundation, welcomed the attendees to the session and introduced Mr. Joaquim Nadal, Minister of the Department of Research and Universities. Nadal states that the field of VET dual training has a valued path and, on the other hand, in the university field it is still a pending subject. Next, Costas, president of CESE, explains that we need good jobs for more people in more places in the country and companies need workers. ‘Celestine’ is a dual formation.
Within the framework of the round table, the director of European Financing and Public Affairs of Ametller Origen, Marta Angerri, the CEO of Aigües de Barcelona, Felipe Campos, the director of communication and RH of SIGMA, Estefanía Muñoz, the person manager, organization and electronic administration of the Barcelona City Council, Javier Pascual, and the owner of the office of the Vilaplana pharmacy, Montse Vilaplana.
The participants have shared their experiences, all positive with the DUAL Formation.
Plenary of the Professional Training Council of Barcelona
On March 11, at the Convent of Barcelona Activa, we had the Extraordinary Plenary Commission of the Municipal Council of VET of Barcelona (CFPB).
The meeting discussed the draft Decree of Educational Guidance, especially the inclusion of proposals from the working group of accompaniment and guidance of the VET Council itself.
Resolution EDU/465/2024, of 22 February, was also presented, approving the rules for pre-registration and enrolment of students in the centers of the Catalan Education Service and other educational centers, in the various courses supported with public funds, for the academic year 2024-2025. The presentation was made by the Consorci d’Educació de Barcelona, highlighting the importance of the VET Council in the planning of the offer; in fact, the planning working group is now a structural group of Consell.
Monographic on Dual VET and the role of public administrations
What measures can local administrations take to encourage the implementation of Dual VET in their area?
The Educaweb portal has recently published a monograph on the subject of Dual VET. We have contributed with an article that discusses the role of local public administrations in creating an ecosystem that supports Dual VET in their region.
Over time, these administrations have become increasingly important in the development of Dual VET, and have the potential to be a valuable partner in this field.
We invite you to read our article, and to explore the report in which it is featured. This monograph contains a range of interesting interviews and opinions on the subject of Dual VET. It is definitely worth a read if you are interested in this topic:
Meeting of the Barcelona City Council’s Dual VET Subcommittee
The Subcommittee on Dual VET of Barcelona City Council is composed of representatives from the Barcelona City Council, the Department of Education, the BCN VET Foundation, and the Barcelona Education Consortium. The subcommittee is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the City Council’s Dual Vocational Training Program, which serves as a training company. The 2023-24 academic year has almost 300 spots, with a budget of 1,171,780 euros. The aim is to provide students with hands-on experience in the organization and a better understanding of how the Public Administration works. There are 22 professional profiles available for students, with a total of 207 women and 77 men enrolled so far.
This project is a clear commitment to Dual VET as a generator of quality employment.
Women Pioneers Day
The BCN VET Foundation is collaborating with Barcelona Activa to celebrate International Women’s Day with the event called “Discover the Professional Path of Pioneering Women in Challenging Sectors“.
It aims to showcase how women from different generations are breaking into traditionally male-dominated fields such as construction, aeronautics, and maritime.
The event is an opportunity for attendees to share their experiences and help build a more equitable future for the next generation.
The event will take place on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, from 4 pm to 6 pm. (16h a 18h)
Prior registration is required:
Presentation of the General Prospective Report
On February 26th, the General Report of Prospective of Catalonia was presented at the headquarters of the Public Agency for Vocational Training and Qualification of Catalonia. This report is designed to guide the planning of basic services in the FPCAT system on a quadrennial basis. The aim of this planning is to increase the competitiveness of the productive fabric, enhance the qualifications of individuals, and create more and better employment opportunities that promote integration and stability for working people.
The planning process will be integrated, evidence-based, inclusive and gender-based, providing a general framework for the FPCAT sectors that will enable more focused work in the territory.
VET Prospective General Report
We recently attended the presentation of the General Prospective Report for 2023-2026 by the Catalonia Agency for VET. The report was presented by Fabian Mohedano and serves as a fundamental tool for the planning and development of Vocational Training in Catalonia.
As part of our efforts to contribute to the VET system in the country, our VET Observatory will continue playing a vital role in providing regional insights and support to the system.
International. ERASMUS2024 GENERATION.
Over 120 intermediate and higher-level training cycle students from 59 centers in Barcelona, the metropolitan area of Barcelona, and Mataró have been selected to participate in international internships at companies located in various cities of the Xarxa FP. Congratulations to the students who have been chosen for this opportunity, and to the educational centers that have participated.
