We encourage readers to explore Directions for the development of vocational education and training. Volume IV, a new collection of texts prepared by the National Team of Experts for Vocational Education and Training.
The Foundation for the Development of the Education System (FRSE) has announced that registration is now open for the regional stage of the SkillsPoland 2026 competitions. This is a unique opportunity for young professionals to showcase their talents at a national level and secure a place at the EuroSkills international competition in Düsseldorf.
The Polish Committee for Standardisation (PKN) has announced the launch of the 14th edition of the nationwide competition "Standardisation and Me". This year's slogan, "Active with Standards", focuses on the role of standards in the world of sport and recreation. The initiative is aimed at secondary school students and teachers.
Cedefop has published a special edition of its Working Paper series entitled Human-centred digital transitions and skill mismatches in European workplaces. The publication examines how digital technologies – including artificial intelligence (AI) – are reshaping skill requirements and the extent of skill mismatches in European labour markets.
On 2 February 2026, the forecast of the demand for employees in VET occupations in the national and regional labour market for 2026 was published (by official notice). The document supports planning of VET provision and related funding arrangements.
The Polish Agency for Enterprise Development (PARP) has published a new report entitled ‘Labour market, education, competences. Current trends and research results (December 2025)’, which presents the most important directions of change taking place on the Polish labour market, in education systems and in the demand for competences.
The report is a comprehensive analysis combining statistical data, research results and expert commentary, showing how quickly the labour market is changing and what skills will be key for employees and employers in the coming months.
The Ministry of National Education has published an amendment to the regulation adapting career guidance to the digital transformation and the new educational infrastructure. The changes place emphasis on hard data and cooperation with Sectoral Skills Centres (BCU).
The Minister of Education has announced the second call for applications to the National Board of Sectoral Consultants for Occupations and Qualifications Relevant to Vocational Education Professions (Krajowy Zespół konsultantów branżowych).
We invite you to use the materials and applications developed by IBE PIB, which are useful for working with people who want to develop their professional careers.
