Save the date! Join us in Podgorica, Montenegro, on 7-8 October 2025 for the 10th edition of the Seminar for EAfA Partner Countries. Registration for this event will open shortly and an email will be sent to EAfA members with further details.
- apprenticeship
- Tuesday 7 October 2025, 09:00 - Wednesday 8 October 2025, 13:00 (CEST)
Practical information
- When
- Tuesday 7 October 2025, 09:00 - Wednesday 8 October 2025, 13:00 (CEST)
- Languages
- English
Description
Co-organised by the European Alliance for Apprenticeships (EAfA) and the European Training Foundation (ETF), in cooperation with the Ministry of Education, Science and Innovation of Montenegro, this year’s key themes include WBL financial and non-financial incentives and the matching of companies and students.
The event will bring together stakeholders from government bodies, businesses, social partners, training providers, and youth organisations across Europe and EU neighbouring countries to exchange their experiences and successes and discuss current policy trends in the field of work-based learning, particularly apprenticeship.
Together, we will explore the benefits and future of apprenticeships and work-based learning in the EU and beyond.
What to expect
The two-day seminar will feature:
- Expert presentations on the latest developments in WBL and apprenticeships
- Peer exchanges with both new and old EAfA Members
- Site visits to Montenegrin VET centres and companies to see work-based learning in action
Highlights
This seminar offers a dynamic platform to share your experiences, showcase success stories, and engage in:
- Interactive discussions on current policy trends across EAfA Partner Countries
- Peer learning sessions focused on innovative approaches, challenges and practical solutions WBL financial and non-financial incentives and match companies with students
- Site visits where you will meet VET centres’ directors, companies' managers, teachers, trainers and learners involved in apprenticeships and other work-based learning programmes
Why attend?
Attendees will gain valuable insights into Montenegro's approach to WBL and relevant schemes. They will have the opportunity to build meaningful connections within the EAfA community and hear directly from EU social partners and VET leaders.
Save the date!
Mark your calendars for 7-8 October 2025! Don’t miss this chance to deepen your knowledge, expand your network, and help share the future of apprenticeships across Europe.