SHVET
Smart Development of HVET for Highly Skilled and Mobile Workforce
A joint higher VET qualification for building automation experts across Croatia, Slovenia and Italy
Programme: Erasmus+
Countries: Croatia, Slovenia, Italy
Focus Area: HVET / IFTS – EQF Level 5
Sector: Electrotechnical, Technical, Construction
Methodology: Work-Based Learning (WBL)
Project Overview
SHVET aims to contribute to the development of a highly qualified professional profile that is free to move across Croatia, Slovenia and Italy, supporting employment and reducing skills gaps in the electrotechnical, technical and construction sectors. The project focuses on defining a new joint IFTS/ITS (EQF 4 and 5) qualification for experts in building automation, aligned with current and future employer needs, incorporating a Work-Based Learning approach and student/worker mobility.
Objectives
- Contribute to the training of a highly qualified, mobile workforce across three economically connected countries
- Reduce the skills gap in the electrotechnical and construction sectors
- Define a new joint IFTS/ITS qualification for building automation experts at EQF Level 5
- Support the development and promotion of higher vocational education and training
Implementation
Employers are involved throughout the entire process through questionnaires, focus groups and working groups to identify competences and learning outcomes. Prior knowledge of learners is recognised based on assessment guidelines and standards. The new curriculum and qualification are validated by teachers, trainers and IFTS/ITS experts through a “Train the Trainers” event. The SmartApp network is activated through a Memorandum of Understanding between IFTS/ITS support organisations and employers.
Expected Results
- New joint qualification at EQF Level 5 in building automation for Croatia, Slovenia and Italy
- Validated curriculum aligned with employer needs using a Work-Based Learning approach
- SmartApp network connecting educational institutions and SMEs for learner and worker mobility
- Memorandum of Understanding supporting structured cross-border mobility
SHVET creates a new generation of highly qualified building automation experts capable of working and moving freely across three interconnected European countries.
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