Start of 15 new Centers of Vocational Excellence

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Unveiling tomorrow’s talent: introducing the latest Centres of Vocational Excellence

In the movement of revolutionizing vocational education and empowering future professionals, the granting of 15 new Centres of Vocational Excellence (CoVEs) has sparked excitement and anticipation across vocational education communities worldwide. The new CoVEs stimulate innovation, collaboration, and the nurturing of talent in a wide variety of expertise and sectors. The diversity of issues the CoVEs are addressing is striking.

Whether it’s beekeeping or sports, each CoVE promises to be a beacon of excellence in its respective domain. With a focus on hands-on training, interdisciplinary learning, and real-world application, these CoVEs aim to bridge the gap between education and industry, ensuring graduates are equipped with the skills needed to thrive in today's fast changing landscape. Among the diverse array of disciplines covered by the new CoVEs are smart electricity, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, workplace innovation, and more. By addressing emerging trends in emerging industries, these centres help shape the future of vocational education and foster creativity, skill development, and industry alignment.

As the world continues to navigate through unprecedented challenges and opportunities, the role of vocational education in driving innovation and prosperity has never been more critical. With the announcement of 15 new CoVEs, we are moving forwards in a journey of discovery, growth, and transformation, empowering the next generation of changemakers to shape the future of tomorrow.

The Centers of Vocational Excellence that started per March 2024

• CoVE-WENDT - Centre of Vocational Excellence in Welding and Non-Destructive Testing
• VOLTAGE - Vocational Training for Optimal Learning and Growth in the European Battery Industry
• BeeLieve - European Centres of Vocational Excellence in Apiculture
• SHOREWINNER - Southern European Community for Offshore Wind Energy
• INFINITE - Intelligent printing, flexible and organic electronics Excellence
• GreenHost - Vocational Excellence, Policy and Enterprise United for Hospitality Management Skills Adapted on Environmental Footprint Methods
• PROMOTE - Promoting Integrated Professional Development for Prison Practitioners in Vocational Excellence for Offender Reintegration
• STARS - Shaping Talents and Achieving Vocational Excellence in Sports
• CEDCE - Colleges for European Data Center Education
• H2CoVE - Hydrogen Centres of Vocational Excellence
• SEBCoVE - Smart Electricity for Buildings - Centers of Vocational Excellence
• WIN4SMEs - Regional and International Education Partnerships for Workplace Innovation in SMEs
• P4ELECS - Platform for Electrification Skills and Competences
• INVESTech - Innovation Vocational Excellence in Tech
• EVECSA - European Vocational Excellence for Climate Smart Agriculture

Wondering where these CoVEs are located and what they aspire? Check out the movie below and browse our network map with all Erasmus Centers of Vocational Excellence!