Basic in-company training manual

A working tool for vocational trainers

Handbuch

The basic in-company training manual is an indispensable tool for all training establishments, regardless of the sector. It provides comprehensive information on all important aspects of basic in-company training. In addition to the detailed instructions, the vocational trainers receive numerous aids such as checklists, samples and templates that make their day-to-day training easier. From the first steps in training and completing the apprenticeship contract to supporting measures and the legal basis, the manual provides vocational trainers with answers to all important questions.

The manual gives vocational trainers and course instructors a deeper understanding of the Swiss vocational education and training system. It helps them organise their training efficiently and manage their pedagogical tasks effectively. It also ensures that vocational trainers and course instructors are well informed and can carry out the training in accordance with the statutory provisions.

Content and structure of the manual

Part A: A to Z of basic in-company training
Part B: Supporting topics
Factsheets
Checklists and forms
Practical examples

Obtaining the manual

The basic in-company training manual is available free of charge as a PDF in the three national languages D, F and I. The PDF does not include a vocational education and training dictionary, as it is already available as an online version . eBooks that have already been purchased can still be used.

Handbuch betriebliche Grundbildung [PDF, 19.52 MB]download
Handbuch betriebliche Grundbildung (Teil A) [PDF, 9.82 MB]download
Handbuch betriebliche Grundbildung (Teil B) [PDF, 4.26 MB]download
Lexikon der Berufsbildung [PDF, 3.6 MB]download

Buy a printed manual in the shop

The printed version of the manual can be ordered from the SDBB shop in the three national languages D, F and I for CHF 75.00.

Order manual in the SDBB shop

Note for cantons and accredited course providers

Cantons and providers of vocational trainer courses accredited by the cantons can obtain the printed handbook for course participants free of charge using the order form.

Order form for cantons and accredited course providers

Useful Documents

Selection records: form interactive [PDF, 589.0 KB]download