Latest news and stories about vocational training in Portugal for expats and residents.
A total of 402 specialised technology centres (CTE) have been created in schools across the country, representing an investment of 500 million euros to strengthen vocational training, revealed Minister of Education Fernando Alexandre this Friday. During his speech at the inauguration of two CTEs in Beja, both at the D. Manuel I Secondary School, the minister explained...
These centres promote the connection between schools, businesses, and the community, stimulating technical skills, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit in young people.
More than half of graduates from a higher professional technical course end up pursuing a bachelor's degree. Ten years after their creation, the number of enrollments has increased, but a large portion of the vacancies remains unfilled.
The most populous region in the country, with over 3 million inhabitants, offers 21 vocational places across all public university and polytechnic higher education.
The tourism schools under the Turismo de Portugal network have extended their application period for remaining spots until 16 September.
The tourism schools under the Turismo de Portugal network are accepting applications for their remaining spots, highlighting a high job placement rate for graduates.
Applications for the Turismo de Portugal school network are available until September 16.
With six vocational courses tailored to industry challenges—ranging from industrial construction to energy, electronics, and railways—and a capacity for 124 students, the dst Industrial School is preparing for the start of the academic year in Soutelo, Vila Verde (Braga). This project aims to revive the tradition of the former industrial and commercial schools of...
Technological centres are changing the face of vocational education. The challenge now is to improve teaching methods and the suitability of training provision, says Pedro Dominguinhos.
By the end of June, the Institute for Employment and Vocational Training (IEFP) had received nearly 30,000 applications for the digital training voucher, a measure that provided up to 750 euros for those undertaking training in areas such as cybersecurity or digital marketing. The report provided to ECO shows that the goal of reaching 25...
The Guarda Polytechnic University (UPG) will create three higher technical professional courses (CTeSP) in Oenogastronomy, Gerontology, and Civil Protection Risks in Gouveia, as part of a partnership with the local vocational school and the municipality.
The Polytechnic Institute of Guarda is now the Polytechnic University of Guarda and, on its first working day with the new status, it launched three higher technical professional courses (CTeSP) in Trancoso: cybersecurity, automotive repair, and culinary arts. The rector, Joaquim Brigas, anticipates that more courses of this kind will be launched in other municipalities. “The first courses will be in Trancoso...”
Público reports that corruption allegations regarding football referee appointments have reached the Judiciary Police (PJ). The newspaper also covers the story of Daniela do Mar, a Portuguese sailor held in Hormuz for months before returning to Portugal on April 25th. Jornal de Notícias highlights that Portuguese companies are increasingly dependent on vocational training and want more involvement in curriculum development. The paper also notes that the 'big three' football clubs have spent 207 million on signings. Correio da Manhã reports that the Supreme Court upheld a nine-and-a-half-year prison sentence for an IT worker at the IGFEJ who used stolen credentials to commit fraud. CNN Portugal reports that Casa Ermelinda Freitas and two executives were convicted of fraud in obtaining European subsidies. Diário de Notícias highlights a poll showing a lack of public confidence in the Minister of Education regarding upcoming exams. Negócios reports that the Government expects to conclude negotiations with Brisa within two months, while Eco notes that the German manager Mutares is claiming up to 80 million euros from Parpública.
Learning about Cybersecurity, Organic Farming, or Design does not imply a university degree. Shorter courses and training programs, many without national exams, can open doors in the job market.
With an investment exceeding 3.2 million euros, students at the School of Technology and Management (ETG) in Barcelos now have access to two new Specialised Technology Centres (CTE) in the industrial and IT sectors, preparing them for the challenges of digital transformation and technological evolution. This municipal investment will allow, the local authority notes, to “align the...”
The new centre was invested in strengthening training in IT, robotics, drones, and artificial intelligence. The project is funded by the Recovery and Resilience Plan.
A quarter of CTeSP students leave higher education in their first year. In the private sector, the rate reaches almost 30%. For bachelor's degrees, the dropout rate is below 10%.
The course will begin on July 13 for students with a 12th-grade education or equivalent.
The Minister of Education highlighted the importance of vocational training, with the creation of more than 400 specialised technological centres. This training is essential for 'equal opportunities'.
The increase in funding for vocational courses was announced by the Minister of Education, Science and Innovation during a formal session regarding the future University of Leiria and the West.
The Minister of Education guarantees that 20% of vocational students access higher education, but that with the promotion of CTeSP (Higher Professional Technical Courses) this number could be higher, as they are a pathway to continue studies.
Mónica Vieira, general coordinator of the Education Initiative, analyses the possibility of creating a link between vocational education and higher education.
Regarding the technological centres, the PS leader said that it was under the socialist Government that the creation of more than 380 centres was advanced.
The Secretary-General of the Socialist Party spoke to journalists on the sidelines of a visit to the Oliva Vocational School, in the municipality of Oliveira do Hospital.
José Luís Carneiro began a tour of vocational schools across the country and warned about the 140,000 young people in Portugal who are neither studying nor working.
Aircraft mechanics is a critical area for airlines due to the shortage of skilled labour
The Institute for Employment and Vocational Training (IEFP) will provide a new training voucher that will not be limited to the digital sector. The announcement was made this Tuesday by the institution's president, Domingos Lopes, during the Annual Labour Conference. “We are creating a public measure that remains in the digital sector and expands...”
The IEFP reinforces ties with Mozambique to improve professional training initiatives.
Migrants interested in participating in the second edition of the programme can apply between 1 and 30 April.
