Work‑Based Learning (WBL) is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of modern skills development systems. As labour markets evolve, employers, public institutions, and training providers increasingly seek practical, demand‑driven ways to ensure that workers acquire relevant, future‑proof skills. WBL offers a powerful response: it bridges classroom learning and real‑world work, strengthens employability, and builds pathways that benefit both learners and enterprises.

Yet many institutions face challenges: limited employer engagement, inconsistent supervision systems, and weak mechanisms to assess the real impact of WBL on job quality. To unlock its potential, WBL systems must be well‑designed, well‑supported, and aligned with labour‑market needs.

Drawing on the International Labour Organization’s global expertise in skills development, social dialogue, and Decent Work, this course equips participants with the tools to design, implement, and scale effective WBL programmes. It blends practical guidance, enterprise‑oriented frameworks, and hands‑on tools to build strong, context‑specific WBL ecosystems.

This course is designed for professionals responsible for shaping, delivering, or regulating work‑based learning. It is particularly relevant for:

• TVET trainers, curriculum developers, and programme coordinators
• Enterprise HR managers and Learning & Development teams
• Skills councils, qualification authorities, and accreditation bodies
• University continuing‑education and short‑course units
• Project managers working on skills‑development reform
• EdTech and digital‑credentialing innovators

Anyone involved in building stronger connections between learning and work will benefit from this programme.

The course is structured into four thematic weeks, each building toward the creation of strong, sustainable WBL pathways:

I. Models of Work‑Based Learning

II. Co‑Designing WBL with Employers and Social Partners

III. Enterprise‑Level Mentorship & Supervision Frameworks

IV. Assessment, Credentialing & Quality Assurance

The course is delivered fully online, in English. To participate, you will need:

• A computer with reliable internet access
• Working knowledge of written English
• Availability of approximately 10 hours per week

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Translate labour‑market needs into concrete workplace learning solutions
• Build strong, productive partnerships across government, employers, and training providers
• Design and manage effective learning environments within enterprises
• Ensure that WBL programmes uphold quality, safety, and Decent Work standards
• Develop practical tools to monitor the impact of WBL on skills, employability, and job quality
• Adapt WBL models to specific institutional or sectoral contexts
• Plan for scaling and institutionalizing WBL programmes

The ITCILO is known globally for its innovative learning methodologies and strong grounding in Decent Work principles. By joining this course, participants will benefit from:

• Expert facilitators with extensive experience in skills development and WBL
• Interactive online sessions, practical case studies, and engaging multimedia content
• Collaborative group work and peer‑to‑peer learning
• An expanded professional network in the WBL and skills‑development community

The course runs over four weeks and includes approximately 40 learning hours, divided into three phases:

1. Pre‑Course Learning | Asynchronous

• Self‑guided modules on the e‑Campus
• Technical forums and expert‑facilitated discussions
• Weekly quizzes to monitor progress

2. Weekly “Real‑Time” Learning | Live Sessions -

• Interactive webinars with subject‑matter experts
• Peer‑to‑peer exchanges and practitioner insights

3. End‑of‑Course Assignment | Asynchronous

Participants who complete at least 80% of the learning activities, all assessments, and the final assignment will receive a Certificate of Participation.

Register online by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button on this page.

Applications must be submitted no later than 20 March 2026.

Selection criteria include:

• Relevant professional experience
• Sponsorship letter covering the course fees

Tuition fee: EUR 1,010

Fees are payable in advance by the participant or their sponsoring organization.

A limited number of fellowships are available, with priority given to:

• Women
• Persons with disabilities
• Applicants who have not previously received ITCILO funding