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The survey aims to identify the professional needs and challenges faced by vocational education and training teachers across Europe.

February 2, 2026Open Access

Cedefop's European Vocational Teacher survey (EVTS)

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The survey aims to identify the professional needs and challenges faced by vocational education and training teachers across Europe.
Conducted a pilot phase for the European Vocational Teacher Survey (EVTS).
Collected data on professional development and day-to-day challenges of VET teachers.
Engaged European social partners and stakeholders in the education sector.
Identified key challenges VET teachers face in supporting learners and implementing reforms.
Highlighted the need for tailored professional development resources for VET teachers.
Presented implications for future policies in vocational education.

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Presentation delivered at the European Sectoral Social Dialogue in Education plenary meeting on 2 December 2025, organised by the European social partners (ETUCE, EFEE). The presentation focuses on the European Vocational Teacher Survey (EVTS), presenting the survey and findings from the pilot phase. Vocational Education and Training (VET) teachers are the driving force behind Europe’s skilled workforce and thriving societies. They equip learners with essential knowledge and competences, guide them towards successful careers, and lead the implementation of key education reforms. Yet, despite the importance of their role, VET teachers’ professional needs and day-to-day challenges often remain overlooked. The European Vocational Teacher Survey (EVTS) aims to change that. Related projects: European Vocational Teacher Survey (EVTS). Supporting VET teachers’ professional development Early leaving from education and training Teachers’ and trainers’ professional development Related Network Ambassadors tackling early leaving from VET Related event Fourth Policy learning forum: Launching the European Vocational Teacher Survey (EVTS) Related publication Symeonidis, V., Pouliou A. & Lees C.J. (2025). The multifaceted role of learning outcomes across the continuum of teacher education: An approach to empower VET teachers and trainers. Cedefop working paper. Publications Office of the European Union. DOI: 10.2801/8663432 Related Online tools VET toolkit for empowering NEETs VET toolkit for tackling early leaving

Cedefop's European Vocational Teacher survey (EVTS)

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