Department of Vocational Training

The Department of Vocational Training of the Ministry of Education, Children and Youth:

• provides information on vocational training and recognised qualifications;
• coordinates:
  • initial vocational training;
  • continuing education;
  • career change;
  • accreditation of prior experiential learning (VAE).

Visit their website to find out about training programmes and admission requirements.

National Institute for the Development of Continuing Vocational Training (INFPC)

The INFPC offers a wide range of training courses for adults and young adults who wish to change career or develop new skills. Its website also provides information on the financial aids available and training courses tailored to individual needs.

National Centre for Continuous Vocational Training (CNFPC).

In collaboration with ADEM, businesses and industry experts, the CNFPC offers practical training and personalised support, subject to certain conditions.

Digital Learning Hub

This public institution aims to bridge the digital skills gap through continuing education.
It offers specialised courses in IT (cybersecurity, AI, development, cloud computing, etc.) to facilitate retraining or transitioning to a career in IT.

Many organisations offer qualifying and specialised training courses in various sectors of activity. Here are some key resources.

• lifelong-learning.lu: the national portal for lifelong learning, which brings together more than 300 accredited organisations. It offers:
  • information on financial aid, legislation, validation of acquired experience (VAE) and continuing education diplomas;
  • an intuitive search engine to find training courses that match your objectives.

• House of Training: continuing education courses for businesses in finance, law and management, as well as sector-specific and personal development courses.

• Luxembourg Lifelong Learning Center (LLLC): evening classes, seminars and professional certifications for individuals and businesses.

• Competence Centre – University of Luxembourg: training programmes for individuals, employees, job seekers and liberal professions.

• Chamber of Skilled Trades and Crafts: practical and theoretical training courses for the craft industry and technical professions.

• Chamber of Commerce: continuing education courses in finance, management, law, etc.

• National Youth Service (SNJ): training and apprenticeship programmes for young adults.

• National Institute for Languages: modern language courses and language skills certification.

If you want to combine study and work or have mobility constraints, consider the following formats:

• Work-study programmes: combine theory and practice in the workplace, in partnership with educational institutions.
• Distance learning courses: flexible and accessible from home. For example, check out the courses offered by the University of Luxembourg or specialised platforms.

Attend trade fairs and forums dedicated to vocational training (e.g. Moovijob Day, events organised by professional chambers, RTL Jobdag).
These events allow you to meet organisations, ask questions and compare offers.
Before registering, consult the opinions of former participants on forums, social networks or directly with the organisations.

• Individual training leave: This leave allows you to take time off work to participate in a recognised training course, to prepare for exams or carry out an activity related to your professional development.

• Unpaid leave for training purposes: Unpaid leave for training purposes is a special type of leave for employees in the private sector. This leave allows you to temporarily take a break from your professional commitments in order to undertake professional training on a personal basis for a specified period of time.

• Linguistic leave: You can also request linguistic leave to learn or improve your Luxembourgish skills. You are entitled to this paid leave for up to 200 hours during your whole career.

If you are in a redeployment measure or currently unemployed, you must register as a jobseeker with the ADEM in order to benefit from:

• personalised assistance;
• access to job offers and training;
• aid for vocational training (subject to conditions).

Visit Adem's employment portal to find out about available job opportunities, training measures on offer, and contact the specialised counsellors that are at your disposal.