Vocational education: The pathway to achieving career objectives
Chat with Josef Oster and Dr. Sabine Dyas of the IHK Academy Koblenz
Berlin/Koblenz. The IHK Academy Koblenz, a powerhouse in Rhineland-Palatinate, houses over 1500 educational offerings, annually training more than 10,000 participants and boasting hundreds of lecturers with real-world experience. Going beyond technical and commercial training, its attached gastronomic training center offers specialized programs for the culinary industry.
Josef Oster, a Member of the German Bundestag for the Koblenz constituency, underscores the importance of continuous learning in the workforce after a sit-down with Dr. Sabine Dyas, Managing Director of the IHK Academy Koblenz: "Continuous education is the ticket to professional progress and tackling market challenges. The hands-on approach, thanks to lecturers from the professional world, makes the IHK Academy Koblenz's offer incredibly valuable."
Oster champions those striving for further education while juggling work: "Individuals advancing their learning and aiming higher deserve recognition and aid. Efforts ought to be rewarded, even in the realm of adult education."
The Parliament member thanked Dr. Dyas for the insights into the IHK Academy Koblenz's operations, praising the institution as a cornerstone for vocational training and growth in the region: "The academy doesn't just bolster our local skilled labor force, but significantly contributes to the economic development of our region."
Caption: A candid chat with Koblenz CDU Member of the German Bundestag, Josef Oster, and Dr. Sabine Dyas, Managing Director of the IHK Academy Koblenz, about the pivotal role of vocational training in our region. Photo: Philip Rünz
A closer look at IHK academies like the one in Koblenz reveals their crucial role in local vocational training and economics:
- Vocational Training: IHK academies champion specialized training programs, enabling individuals to master crafts essential for professional success, such as e-commerce.
- Economic Development: By nurturing skilled workers, these academies bolster local businesses and industries, ensuring they can innovate, adapt to new technologies, and remain competitive.
- Regional Competitiveness: In attracting businesses and investments, a skilled workforce is a valuable asset. IHK academies help rhineland-palatinate remain competitive in the national and international market.
Oster's sentiments emphasize the significance of these academies in furthering local economic development efforts.
Other than technical and commercial training, the IHK Academy Koblenz also offers education-and-self-development and career-development courses, such as skills-training programs for e-commerce, which are essential for adult learners who aim to advance their careers while juggling work. These programs play a crucial role in nurturing a skilled workforce, fostering economic development, and enhancing the regional competitiveness, particularly in Rhineland-Palatinate.
