Partnership

Folkuniversitetet Uppsala

Folkuniversitetet Uppsala is the project coordinator of EQAVET 4.0. As a leading provider of adult and continuing education in Sweden, it brings extensive experience in international cooperation, quality assurance in VET, and innovation in lifelong learning. The organisation is responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the project, ensuring that all activities align with the objectives and quality standards of the Erasmus+ programme.

Sustainability InnoCenter

Sustainability InnoCenter is a Swedish NGO based in Uppsala, specialised in sustainability, innovation, and the green transition. It supports the development of green skills and fosters inclusive learning through workshops, hackathons, and collaborative projects. Within EQAVET 4.0, the organisation contributes its expertise in stakeholder engagement, green competence frameworks, and the design of innovative learning tools for VET learners and educators.

Trim Tab AB

Trim Tab AB is a private Swedish company specialised in employment services, VET training, and digital upskilling. With extensive experience in labour market integration, the organisation develops innovative pathways to support jobseekers, migrants, and individuals with low digital literacy. In EQAVET 4.0, Trim Tab leads the work on VET outcomes assessment, contributing tools and methodologies to evaluate training effectiveness and support quality improvement in vocational education.

Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine

The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is the national authority responsible for education policy, reform, and alignment with EU standards. Within EQAVET 4.0, the Ministry provides strategic guidance and policy coordination, ensuring that project outcomes contribute to the ongoing modernisation of the Ukrainian VET system. Its role is critical in facilitating stakeholder engagement and supporting the implementation of quality assurance frameworks at national level.

Interregional High Vocational School of Automobile Transport and Construction

This public VET institution provides specialised training in automotive engineering, transport, and construction. With strong links to industry and a focus on technical innovation, the school prepares students for careers in dynamic sectors of the economy. As part of EQAVET 4.0, the institution contributes to the piloting and testing of new tools for job profiling, learning outcomes assessment, and the digitalisation of vocational training processes.

NGO Mentor

NGO Mentor is a non-profit organisation committed to improving youth employability, educational inclusion, and career guidance. With a strong background in digital education and social innovation, the organisation supports young learners and vulnerable groups through tailored training and mentoring. Within EQAVET 4.0, Mentor contributes to the design of inclusive learning pathways, supports stakeholder communication, and participates in testing tools aimed at enhancing the accessibility and relevance of VET.

MMC Management Center Ltd.

MMC is a private VET provider and consulting company with extensive experience in European projects, adult education, and quality assurance systems. As an accredited training institution, MMC specialises in curriculum development, validation of non-formal learning, and capacity building for trainers. In EQAVET 4.0, MMC supports the development of assessment tools, contributes to quality frameworks, and brings expertise in the implementation of EQAVET principles at institutional level.

Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry is a national federation representing over 8,000 businesses across all sectors. As a key social partner in Cyprus, it plays an active role in VET policy and labour market coordination. With long-standing experience in EU-funded projects, CCCI develops tailored training programmes that respond to real labour market needs and participates in national committees on education, employment, and lifelong learning. In EQAVET 4.0, CCCI supports job profiling and stakeholder outreach.

Tech-Park Kaunas

Kaunas Science and Technology Park (Tech-Park Kaunas) supports start-ups and tech companies through business development consulting, innovation services, and incubation. It hosts nearly 100 companies in fields such as IT, engineering, health-tech, and green-tech, and runs the Evolut 4.0 pre-acceleration program for early-stage start-ups. Tech-Park Kaunas also leads the “Digital Rocket LT” cluster, promoting smart city solutions and ICT services. In EQAVET 4.0, it develops green, digital, and AI skills for selected jobs and hosts national and transnational project activities.

SMK College of Applied Sciences

SMK College of Applied Sciences (SMK Aukštoji Mokykla), established in 1994, is Lithuania’s largest private higher education institution, with campuses in Vilnius, Kaunas, and Klaipėda. Renowned for its innovative and experiential learning approach, SMK offers a diverse range of bachelor’s programs in fields such as business, IT, health sciences, arts, and social sciences. The college emphasizes practical, industry-relevant education, with 65% of its teaching staff being active professionals from leading companies. SMK maintains a strong international presence, hosting over 250 international students and holding more than 100 cooperation agreements across 25 countries.

DIMITRA Education & Consulting

DIMITRA is a leading VET provider and consultancy in Greece, offering training, educational research, and innovative services since 1989. With expertise in curriculum development, digital tools, and job profiling, DIMITRA plays a key role in modernising vocational education. In EQAVET 4.0, the organisation supports the design of competence-based job profiles, contributes to learning outcome assessments, and facilitates the development of digital learning content for VET institutions.

Bee Group SA

Bee Group is a Greek consulting and technology company specialising in digital transformation, communication strategy, and education innovation. The organisation has broad experience in EU-funded projects, particularly in the fields of skills development, youth empowerment, and digital tools for learning. In EQAVET 4.0, Bee Group is responsible for the project’s digital communication strategy, leads the development of the website, and contributes to the co-design of online learning resources and job profiling tools.

Metropolitan College

Metropolitan College is one of the largest private higher education institutions in Greece, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in collaboration with leading UK universities. With a strong focus on applied learning, the college integrates academic excellence with real-world professional development. In EQAVET 4.0, Metropolitan College contributes to the testing and validation of new job profiles and competence frameworks, supporting the alignment of VET with current labour market needs.

STHEV

Founded in 1957, STHEV represents the interests of businesses and industries in the Thessaly region of Greece. The association promotes regional economic development through business support, innovation, and policy dialogue. In EQAVET 4.0, STHEV contributes to project management, dissemination, and quality evaluation activities. It also plays a key role in ensuring stakeholder involvement and aligning project results with the needs of the regional labour market.

The Zaragoza Chamber of Commerce

The Zaragoza Chamber of Commerce is a public body and non-profit organisation that supports regional economic development through training, business innovation, and internationalisation. With decades of experience in EU-funded initiatives, the Chamber plays a key role in fostering employability and aligning educational programmes with labour market needs. Within EQAVET 4.0, the organisation contributes to stakeholder engagement, the design of training frameworks, and the promotion of quality assurance in VET, especially through its Training and European Projects Departments.

Rinova Málaga SL

Rinova Málaga is part of the Rinova group, a social enterprise focused on innovation in applied research and professional education. With more than 30 years of experience with standards development in lifelong learning and vocational education, Rinova brings strong experience in stakeholder engagement, training development, and inclusive education. Within EQAVET 4.0, Rinova Málaga works closely with its national CoVe partners (CCIZ and Alan Turing) to ensure alignment between the EQAVET 4.0 concept and Spanish VET; it also leads the EQAVET 4.0 consortium’s internal quality assurance, building in from the outset a participative approach to establishing on on-going legacy and sustainable impacts from this innovative CoVE’s work programme.

CPIFP Alan Turing

The Integrated Public Vocational Training Centre Alan Turing, located in Málaga, Spain, specialises in IT, electronics, and digital systems. It offers VET programmes at EQF levels 4 and 5, with a strong emphasis on technological innovation and bilingual education. Actively involved in Erasmus+ and other international initiatives, the centre collaborates with companies such as Accenture and AWS. In EQAVET 4.0, CPIFP Alan Turing supports the testing and implementation of digital assessment tools and competence-based job profiles.

Ufficio Scolastico Regionale Abruzzo

USR Abruzzo is a regional branch of the Italian Ministry of Education, coordinating educational policy and school development across the Abruzzo region. It oversees more than 200 schools and promotes innovation in teaching, training, and school-to-work transition. In EQAVET 4.0, USR Abruzzo contributes to the integration of EQAVET principles in the education system, supports the implementation of job profiling tools, and facilitates cooperation between schools, VET centres, and local industries.

IIS Luigi di Savoia

IIS Luigi di Savoia is a public upper secondary and vocational school located in Chieti, Italy. The institute offers a variety of technical and professional programmes with a strong focus on STEM, innovation, and work-based learning. As part of EQAVET 4.0, the school supports the piloting of job profiles and skills assessment tools, while promoting the integration of EQAVET principles into daily teaching practices and student evaluation.

Walter Tosto

Walter Tosto is a leading industrial company based in Italy, specialised in the design and manufacturing of high-pressure equipment for the energy and petrochemical sectors. With a strong commitment to innovation and workforce development, the company actively supports technical education through internships, training, and collaboration with VET institutions. In EQAVET 4.0, Walter Tosto contributes to the co-design of job profiles and the promotion of work-based learning experiences aligned with industry needs.

EVBB

EVBB is a European umbrella organisation representing VET providers and training institutions across Europe. Based in Germany, it advocates for high-quality, inclusive vocational education and supports its members through policy engagement, knowledge exchange, and project-based cooperation. In EQAVET 4.0, EVBB leads communication and dissemination activities, ensuring that project results reach relevant audiences and contribute to policy and practice at local, national, and European levels.

BGT Consulting Group

BGT is a Belgian consultancy firm specialised in education, innovation, and digital transformation. With expertise in strategic planning, impact assessment, and policy development, BGT supports public and private organisations across Europe. In EQAVET 4.0, BGT contributes to the design of evaluation frameworks, supports the digitalisation of project outputs, and ensures coherence between training content, job profiles, and labour market demands.