In 2026, the Association of Higher Vocational Colleges of Slovenia (Association HVC) adopted its new Development Plan 2026–2030, setting the strategic direction for the Association and its member institutions for the next five years. The plan is built around four key areas: students, the environment, higher vocational colleges, and the Association HVC itself. At its [...]

At the beginning of 2026, Slovenia adopted amendments to the Higher Vocational Education Act, introducing important changes that support greater flexibility and stronger international collaboration in higher vocational education. A new framework for micro-credentials enables higher vocational colleges to offer shorter, quality-assured learning programmes worth 1 to 9 ECTS, focused on specific knowledge, skills and [...]

Every year, the Association of Slovene Higher Vocational Colleges organises an Erasmus+ mobility programme for principals and directors of Slovenian higher vocational colleges. The programme is designed to connect institutions across Europe, exchange good practices, explore different approaches to vocational and professional education, and create opportunities for new project partnerships and long-term cooperation. As the [...]

In 2026, Slovenia celebrates 30 years of higher vocational education. Over the past three decades, the sector has developed into an important part of Slovenia’s tertiary education system, combining professional knowledge, work-based learning and close cooperation with employers. Today, 49 higher vocational colleges (HVC) equip students with relevant competences for successful careers while responding to [...]