Computer science vocational training course: Overview of training, courses and schools

Vocational training in IT in Switzerland follows the dual system and combines practical work in the training company with school-based education at vocational schools. IT vocational trainers play a central role in this, as they are responsible for in-company training.

As an IT vocational trainer, you need above all communication skills, a sense of responsibility and a good pedagogical instinct. In addition to technical know-how, social skills are crucial in order to provide targeted support for apprentices in the IT profession. If you have the prerequisites for working as a vocational trainer in the field of IT, you can prepare for the next step in your career through targeted continuing education, further training.

The tasks of the IT vocational trainer include planning, implementing and supporting the vocational training of apprentices in an IT profession. This also includes working with vocational schools and drawing up training plans and assessments in the field of IT. Anyone interested in the tasks of an IT vocational trainer should find out more about the course content. This can be clarified directly with the desired school using our contact form.

A vocational trainer course in computer science teaches the key skills required to train apprentices professionally in the field of computer science. Participants acquire knowledge in the following areas:

• Pedagogical foundations: Understanding the development and motivation of learners and building a supportive learning environment.
• Didactic and methodological skills: Planning, implementation and reflection of learning situations in a professional context.
• Legal framework conditions: Insight into the legal requirements of vocational education and training (VET), including the rights and obligations of vocational trainers.
• Role and responsibility: Clear definition of the tasks and expectations of vocational trainers in companies.
• Practical implementation: Application of what has been learned in everyday training, including feedback culture and assessment of learners.

The IT vocational trainer course is aimed at people who want to actively contribute to the quality of vocational training and take on responsibility in supporting apprentices.

The content of the IT vocational training course may vary slightly depending on the provider. It is therefore advisable to check the course content directly with the desired school.

Question about the course design or content?
Simply fill in the contact form - the request will be automatically forwarded to the relevant school with the desired IT vocational training course.

An IT vocational trainer course usually lasts between 5 and 10 days, depending on the provider and the course model chosen. The length can vary slightly depending on the type of course - whether full-time, part-time or online - although all course formats prepare you for the job of IT vocational trainer. If you would like to know how long the IT vocational trainer course lasts, you can now compare course offers without obligation and contact the individual providers directly using the contact form.