The Foundation for Cooperation on Vocational Education, Training and the Labour Market, known in Dutch as the Samenwerkingsorganisatie Beroepsonderwijs Bedrijfsleven (SBB), plays a crucial role in aligning vocational education with the needs of businesses. By fostering collaboration between educational institutions and industries, SBB ensures that students receive top-notch practical training and companies secure the skilled professionals they require, both now and in the future.
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We train professionals
The Swaen is proud to play its part in the quality and relevance of vocational education. That is why we offer work placements and apprenticeships, ensuring that students gain valuable real-world experience. From inquisitive school leavers eager to learn a new profession to driven workers and jobseekers looking to retrain or upskill, everybody deserves access to practical experience that will prepare them for a successful career.
The imporance of VET in the Netherlands
The Netherlands boasts a workforce of over 9 million individuals, with 3.7 million having completed a VET course. These professionals are essential to a wide array of sectors, highlighting the significant demand for freshly graduated VET students. This demand underscores the importance of ensuring that vocational courses are well-aligned with labour market needs. Through its comprehensive approach to accreditation, mentorship, information dissemination, and collaboration, SBB ensures that both students and businesses benefit from a well-integrated vocational education system.