The BuildSkills Academy project is proud to present a suite of 12 pilot course syllabi, specifically designed to integrate green and digital competencies into vocational education and training (VET) for the construction sector. These courses aim to equip professionals-from technicians to urban designers-with the skills needed to thrive in Europe’s […]
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The BuildSkills Academy project has achieved a major milestone with the development of its Certification Schemes for Curricula, Training Materials, and Individuals. Led by the Cyprus Certification Company (CCC) in collaboration with project partners, this framework lays the foundation for a standardized, high-quality approach to learning and professional validation across […]
The construction industry is at a turning point—facing a dual challenge of rapid digital transformation and the urgent need for sustainable practices. At the same time, a growing skills gap threatens to slow progress. Enter the BuildSkills Platform (BSP)—a groundbreaking new tool developed under the EU-funded BuildSkills Academy project, designed […]
BuildSkills Academy gathered in Naples to align on the next steps in transforming vocational education for the construction sector.
How do we equip Europe’s construction workforce for a greener, smarter future? The BuildSkills Academy (BSA) project—funded by Erasmus+—is answering that question with the BuildEnrichedSkills Methodology (BESM): a structured, digital-first approach that empowers VET providers to modernize their courses with essential green and digital skills. Why it matters:The construction sector is […]
How do we future-proof vocational training in construction? The BuildSkills Academy project—funded by Erasmus+—is answering that question with action. Through its BuildEnrichedSkills Methodology (BESM) and a series of roundtable discussions across six countries, the project is redefining how VET providers respond to the green and digital transitions. The challenge is […]
Shaping the future of skills—live from Lyon. From September 10–12, BuildSkills Academy joined the Forum for Vocational Excellence, held alongside the WorldSkills Competition 2024. The event brought together Europe’s most forward-thinking VET actors to explore what excellence in vocational education really means in a time of transition. Why were we […]
Strategic skills for a changing industry – shaped in Athens. On June 6–7, 2024, the BuildSkills Academy project reached a new milestone: a high-impact coordination meeting hosted by the Athens University of Economics and Business. Partners from seven countries came together to align, advance, and accelerate the transformation of vocational […]
The skills gap in construction isn’t just a challenge—it’s a call to action. With the release of Deliverable 2.1, BuildSkills Academy takes a bold step toward reshaping vocational education and training (VET) for a greener, smarter European construction sector. As a VET provider, policymaker, or industry stakeholder, you know the pressure: […]
A major leap for quality in vocational training across Europe. We’re proud to unveil a key milestone in the BuildSkills Academy project: the release of a comprehensive guide to EQAVET compliance. This guide sets a new benchmark for excellence in vocational education and training (VET) in the European building sector. […]