60% increase in training space
The competence centre now has an additional 1,400 m² of training space, bringing the total area to 3,750 m², an increase of 60%. In particular, the proportion of practical learning areas has been increased, with a new complex of clean rooms (Good Manufacturing Practice, GMP, manufacturing areas), laboratories and technical areas with state-of-the-art equipment replicating industrial processes.
Digital methods for improved learning
aptaskil has invested not only in new infrastructure, but also in innovative and digital training techniques, such as virtual reality, augmented reality, webinars, and blended learning. Initial experiences are extremely positive and show that these digital methods enhance learning, to better anchor new knowledge and know-how. That is why aptaskil will begin the final phase of the expansion this year with an additional 300 m² of training space dedicated to the latest digital training techniques.
Ready to train 6,000 people per year
aptaskil's training courses are varied and are aimed at workers who want to improve their skills, and job seekers who want to acquire new professional skills. It is also aimed at students and teachers who want access to state-of-the-art equipment to train in an industrial environment. The centre trains production operators and technicians, electro-instrumentation maintenance technicians, laboratory technicians for quality control, and equipment qualification/validation coordinators.
Last year, aptaskil trained 3,214 people, mainly workers and students, but also around 400 jobseekers. In total, this represents almost 140,000 hours of training, the majority of which - almost 100,000 hours, or roughly 70% - were intensive training courses for jobseekers. Thanks to the extension, the training capacity has increased considerably and aptaskil can now train up to 6,000 jobseekers, workers, and students per year.
