We wanted to understand more about the dynamics of the labour market and put what we learned into practice. The trainees and the three partner organisations have preferred short-term training for years. We researched and tested the micro-credentials approach in curriculum development. We found it achievable with a small training horizons to learn skills that lead to a specific job. We found interesting differences between the national VET systems of the three countries, we better understood the mechanism of labour market transformation and the link to new skills. The project aimed to equip individuals and organizations with the tools, knowledge, and skills necessary to adapt to the evolving job market and succeed in the professions of the future. Familiarize participants with new trends in various sectors of the economy and the skills required for these emerging professions. Develop a tool that enables candidates to look ahead to the future, assess how their chosen profession is evolving, and determine its prospects. Update the curricula offered by training and educational institutions to align with the demands of the evolving job market.
We applied for this project because we recognized the urgent need to address the gap between the evolving job market and the skills provided by traditional training and educational institutions. The EC's projection that over 60% of current jobs will not exist in 20 years, coupled with the rapid transformation brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, underscored the necessity for a comprehensive, forward-thinking approach to professional training and education. We identified a pressing need for a digital compass that would provide individuals and organizations with clear, concise information on the skills and competencies required for the professions of the future, particularly in the mechanical engineering and internet applications sectors. This digital compass serves as a tool for individuals seeking qualification or retraining, enabling them to make informed decisions about their professional futures. It also assists training and educational institutions in revising their programs to meet the demands of the evolving job market. Our goal was to address the lack of concentrated information on new occupations and competencies and to bridge the gap between the current training offerings and the future needs of the job market.