Financed by: WB6 Regional Challenge Fund
Implementation period: December 2025 – July 2026
Regions: Tirane, Vlore, Sarande, Shkoder, durres, Elbasan, Berat
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance the quality and sustainability of dual vocational education and training (VET) in Albania, the project is developing and implementing a comprehensive system for the training, certification, and support of in-company mentors.
A standardized national training programme is being designed to equip mentors with the skills needed to effectively guide and support trainees in real workplace environments. This will be complemented by a practical mentor manual and toolbox, providing day-to-day guidance and ensuring consistency in mentoring practices across sectors.
To ensure quality and recognition, assessment and certification procedures are being established, enabling mentors to be formally evaluated and certified. Through this process, the project aims to train and certify 200–300 in-company mentors, ensuring that dual VET programmes are supported by qualified professionals in the workplace.
In parallel, the project is working to build a sustainable system by conducting a rapid assessment of institutional capacities and developing a delivery chain manual and a national capacity development plan. These tools will define roles, responsibilities, and processes, enabling VET providers and governing bodies to institutionalize and scale up mentor training nationwide.
Furthermore, a training programme for trainers (ToT) is being developed, aiming to establish a pool of around 100 trained staff, including trainers, master trainers, and administrative personnel, to ensure long-term sustainability and system ownership.
Overall, the project is expected to lay a strong foundation for a more structured, coordinated, and sustainable approach to in-company mentoring within the dual VET system, contributing to improved quality of training and stronger alignment with labor market needs.
