VET Professional

Description of main activities and responsibilities:

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The primary mission of VET professionals is to develop training programmes that are specifically adapted to each green job sector, using a combination of traditional and modern methods, such as gamification and virtual reality, to make learning more engaging. The training aspect is then combined with that of evaluation. VET professionals are responsible for regularly evaluating the training programme through feedback forms and assessments to ensure that it addresses the evolving needs of VET learners.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Pedagogical skills:

Powerful teaching methods and strategies;

Digital competences

Competence in the use of eLearning platforms and industry-specific software;

Diversity management and inclusion

Ability to create a learning environment that welcomes and supports students of all ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities and identities, promoting a culture of respect and inclusion

Metrics and learning assessment

Knowledge of learning evaluation techniques and tools to measure the effectiveness of educational interventions and to identify areas for improvement.

TECHNICAL AND SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE

Reference technical skills were identified for each green job.

Urban farmer

Specific knowledge on techniques such as hydroponics, vertical farming and community gardening;

Eco Builder

Expertise in sustainable construction techniques and green building certification;

Renewable energy engineer

Knowledge of renewable energy systems and practices to improve energy efficiency;

Recycler in the new circular economy

Competence in handling advanced recycling technologies and circular economy principles;

Sustainability expert

Expertise in sustainability frameworks and product life cycle assessments.

ATTITUDE SKILLS

Change management

Ability to integrate new educational technologies or updating curricula to reflect the latest trends and technologies in green jobs;

Critical thinking and complex problem solving

Ability to analyse complex situations, evaluate different solutions and make informed decisions. It requires logical thinking, critical evaluation of information and creativity in problem solving;

Empathy and cultural sensitivity

Empathy and cultural sensitivity involve the ability to understand and appreciate individual and cultural differences, promoting an inclusive and respectful learning environment;

Collaborative leadership

Collaborative leadership focuses on working with others to achieve common goals, fostering a team environment based on mutual respect, sharing of ideas and co-creation of solutions;

Adaptability and flexibility

Adaptability means continually updating one’s teaching methodologies to incorporate the latest technologies and theories, ensuring that instruction is relevant and current;

Effective and persuasive communication

Effective communication means being able to convey complex technical concepts in a way that is easily understood, motivating students to engage with the study material;

Emotional resilience

Being resilient can help manage the pressures of teaching and adapt to the diverse needs of students, ensuring a stable and supportive learning environment.

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them. (Project No.: 2023-1-ES01-KA220-VET-000158794