EducationTeaching professionalsISCO 2320
vocational teacher
Vocational teachers instruct students in their specialised field of study, which is predominantly practical in nature. They provide theoretical instruction in service of the practical skills and techniques that the students must subsequently master in the specialised vocation of their choice and aid in the development of the according attitudes and values. Vocational teachers monitor the students progress, assist individually when necessary, and evaluate their knowledge and performance on the subject through assignments, tests and examinations.
European Skills Framework
Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential (10)
assessment processesassessment processesVarious evaluation techniques, theories, and tools applicable in the assessment of students, participants in a programme, and employees. Different assessment strategies such as initial, formative, sum...instructional strategiesinstructional strategiesThe techniques that instructors use to deliver lessons. The aim of these strategies is to make students become more involved in the learning process.adapt teaching to student's capabilitiesadapt teaching to student's capabilitiesIdentify the learning struggles and successes of students. Select teaching and learning strategies that support students’ individual learning needs and goals.apply teaching strategiesapply teaching strategiesEmploy various approaches, learning styles, and channels to instruct students, such as communicating content in terms they can understand, organising talking points for clarity, and repeating argument...assess studentsassess studentsEvaluate the students' (academic) progress, achievements, course knowledge and skills through assignments, tests, and examinations. Diagnose their needs and track their progress, strengths, and weakne...adapt training to labour marketadapt training to labour marketIdentify developments in the labour market and recognise their relevance to the training of students.give constructive feedbackgive constructive feedbackProvide founded feedback through both criticism and praise in a respectful, clear, and consistent manner. Highlight achievements as well as mistakes and set up methods of formative assessment to evalu...assist students in their learningassist students in their learningSupport and coach students in their work, give learners practical support and encouragement.apply intercultural teaching strategiesapply intercultural teaching strategiesEnsure that the content, methods, materials and the general learning experience is inclusive for all students and takes into account the expectations and experiences of learners from diverse cultural ...work in vocational schoolwork in vocational schoolWork in a vocational school that instructs students in practical courses.
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hygiene in a health care settinghygiene in a health care settingThe procedures related to maintaining a hygienic environment within a health care setting such as hospitals and clinics. It can range from hand washing to cleaning and disinfection of medical equipmen...locomotive brake applicationslocomotive brake applicationsThe dynamics of locomotive brake applications.geographic areasgeographic areasThe detailed knowledge of a geographical area where different organisations carry out operations.customer servicecustomer serviceProcesses and principles related to the customer, client, service user and to personal services; these may include procedures to evaluate customer's or service user's satisfaction.health care legislationhealth care legislationThe patients` rights and responsibilities of health practitioners and the possible repercussions and prosecutions in relation to medical treatment negligence or malpractice.energyenergyPower capacity in the form of mechanical, electrical, heat, potential, or other energy from chemical or physical resources, which can be used to drive a physical system.local area tourism industrylocal area tourism industryThe characteristics of local sights and events, accommodation, bars and restaurants and leisure activities.aircraft flight control systemsaircraft flight control systemsThe setting, features and operation of aircraft flight control systems such as flight control surfaces, cockpit controls, connections, and operating mechanisms required to control the flight direction...material mechanicsmaterial mechanicsThe behaviour of solid objects when subjected to stresses and strains, and the methods to calculate these stresses and strains.international regulations for preventing collisions at seainternational regulations for preventing collisions at seaFundamental aspects of the international regulations to prevent collisions at sea, such as the conduct of vessels in sight of one another, navigation lights and markers, major light and accoustic sign...health care occupation-specific ethicshealth care occupation-specific ethicsThe moral standards and procedures, ethical questions and obligations specific to occupations in a health care setting such as respect for human dignity, self-determination, informed consent and patie...business lawbusiness lawThe field of law concerned with the trade and commerce activities of businesses and private persons and their legal interactions. This relates to numerous legal disciplines, including tax and employme...train operating procedurestrain operating proceduresThe different practices, routines, and procedures regarding the safe operation of trains in order to prevent collisions, derailments, or unplanned exceeding of speed limits.sales activitiessales activitiesThe supply of goods, sale of goods and the related financial aspects. The supply of goods entails the selection of goods, import and transfer. The financial aspect includes the processing of purchasin...road traffic lawsroad traffic lawsThe rule governing the circulation of vehicles, such as national traffic codes and the rules of the road.design principlesdesign principlesThe elements used in design such as unity, scale, proportion, balance, symmetry, space, form, texture, colour, light, shade and congruence and their application into practice.general medicinegeneral medicineGeneral medicine is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.human physiologyhuman physiologyThe science that studies the human organs and its interactions and mechanisms.financial managementfinancial managementThe field of finance that concerns the practical process analysis and tools for designating financial resources. It encompasses the structure of businesses, the investment sources, and the value incre...mechanical components of vehiclesmechanical components of vehiclesThe mechanical components used in vehicles, their maintenance needs, potential malfunctions and resolution actions.biosafety in biomedical laboratorybiosafety in biomedical laboratoryThe principles and methods for managing infectious materials in the laboratory environment, biosafety levels, classification and risk assessment, pathogenicity and toxicity of a living organism and th...sporting equipment usagesporting equipment usageThe correct operation, safe usage and maintenance of sporting equipment.physical characteristics of railwaysphysical characteristics of railwaysFamiliar with all physical aspects of the railway, including train stations, the incline and decline of the right-of-way and speed limits.disability typesdisability typesThe nature and types of disabilities affecting the human beings such as physical, cognitive, mental, sensory, emotional or developmental and the specific needs and access requirements of disabled peop...maintenance operationsmaintenance operationsThe preservation and restoration of products and systems, and the methods and logistics of these practices.tourism markettourism marketThe study of the tourism market on a international, regional and local level and considering worldwide tourist destinations.sterilization techniquessterilization techniquesThe methods and techniques used to destroy or remove microorganisms such as viruses and bacteria that can contaminate medical instruments or any type of material in a health care setting.learning difficultieslearning difficultiesThe learning disorders some students face in an academic context, especially Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and concentration deficit disorders.health and safety measures in transportationhealth and safety measures in transportationThe body of rules, procedures and regulations related to health and safety measures intended to prevent accidents or incidents in transportation.technology educationtechnology educationThe educational branch that aims at providing students with the relevant knowledge skills about technology and its uses and applications.food hygiene rulesfood hygiene rulesThe set of national and international regulations for hygiene of foodstuffs and food safety, e.g. regulation (EC) 852/2004.cosmeticscosmeticsThe various types of substances used to enhance the appearance of the human body.sports competition informationsports competition informationThe information regarding latest results, competitions and events in the sporting industry.economicseconomicsEconomic principles and practices, financial and commodity markets, banking and the analysis of financial data.travel bookings processestravel bookings processesThe various steps that constitute a booking made for travelling purposes, its execution, and any additional relevant actions.electronicselectronicsThe functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications.human anatomyhuman anatomyThe dynamic relationship of human structure and function and the muscosceletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, reproductive, integumentary and nervous systems; normal and ...teamwork principlesteamwork principlesThe cooperation between people characterised by a unified commitment to achieving a given goal, participating equally, maintaining open communication, facilitating effective usage of ideas etc.mechanics of trainsmechanics of trainsThe mechanical aspects and principles of the mechanics involved in trains.vessel safety equipmentvessel safety equipmentSafety equipment used in vessels, including devices such as lifeboats, life rings, splash doors and fire doors, sprinkler systems, etc, and how these must be operated during emergency situations.european food safety policyeuropean food safety policyAssurance of a high level of food safety within the EU through coherent farm-to-table measures and adequate monitoring, while ensuring an effective internal market. The implementation of this approach...passenger transport regulationspassenger transport regulationsThe applicable conventions and regulations governing the provision of passenger transport services.sport games rulessport games rulesThe rules and regulations of sport games such as football, soccer, tennis, and others.food allergiesfood allergiesThe types of food allergies within the sector, which substances trigger allergies, and how they can be replaced or eliminated (if possible).hairhairHuman hair, its composition and interaction with various chemicals, environment factors and health issues.electricityelectricityThe principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.cosmetics industrycosmetics industrySuppliers, products and brands in the cosmetic industry.track geometrytrack geometryThe 3D-geometry used for track layouts, and in the design and construction of railway infrastructure.functional properties of foodsfunctional properties of foodsStructure, quality, nutritional value and/or acceptability of a food product. A food functional property is determined by physical, chemical and/or organoleptic properties of a food. Examples of a fun...common aviation safety regulationscommon aviation safety regulationsThe body of legislation and regulations that apply to the field of civil aviation at regional, national, European and International levels.skin typesskin typesThe different skin types, such as dry, normal, oily, and sensitive.marketing principlesmarketing principlesThe principles of managing the relationship between consumers and products or services for the purpose of increasing sales and improving advertising techniques.copyright legislationcopyright legislationLegislation describing the protection of the rights of original authors over their work, and how others can use it.food preservationfood preservationDeterioration factors, controlling factors (temperature, additives, humidity, pH, water activity, etc., including packaging) and food processing methods to preserve food products.Global Maritime Distress and Safety SystemGlobal Maritime Distress and Safety SystemThe internationally agreed-upon set of safety procedures, types of equipment and communication protocols used to increase safety and make it easier to rescue distressed ships, boats and aircraft.document managementdocument managementThe methodology of tracking, managing and storing documents in a systematic and organised manner as well as keeping a record of the versions created and modified by specific users (history tracking).accountingaccountingThe documentation and processing of data regarding financial activities.curriculum objectivescurriculum objectivesThe goals identified in curricula and defined learning outcomes.respond to changing situations in health carerespond to changing situations in health careCope with pressure and respond appropriately and in time to unexpected and rapidly changing situations in healthcare.control the performance of the vehiclecontrol the performance of the vehicleUnderstand and anticipate the performance and behaviour of a vehicle. Comprehend concepts such as lateral stability, acceleration, and braking distance.personalise sports programmepersonalise sports programmeObserve and evaluate individual performance and determine personal needs and motivation to tailor programmes accordingly and in conjunction with the participant.promote a positive image of nursingpromote a positive image of nursingPresent and preserve a positive image of nursing in specific environments of the healthcare and educational spectra.prepare lesson contentprepare lesson contentPrepare content to be taught in class in accordance with curriculum objectives by drafting exercises, researching up-to-date examples etc.facilitate teamwork between studentsfacilitate teamwork between studentsEncourage students to cooperate with others in their learning by working in teams, for example through group activities.monitor developments in field of expertisemonitor developments in field of expertiseKeep up with new research, regulations, and other significant changes, labour market related or otherwise, occurring within the field of specialisation.teach boating principlesteach boating principlesInstruct students in the theory and practice of piloting a boat, more specifically in courses such as water navigation, boating knots, overboard recoveries, and docking.drive vehiclesdrive vehiclesBe able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.teach train driving principlesteach train driving principlesProvide on-site trainings to trainees on how to operate and drive trains. Instruct them in theories and techniques on matters such as control panels, security signs, security measures, and procedures ...use different communication channelsuse different communication channelsMake use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.manage student relationshipsmanage student relationshipsManage the relations between students and between student and teacher. Act as a just authority and create an environment of trust and stability.implement fundamentals of nursingimplement fundamentals of nursingImplement the nursing theoretical and methodological fundamentals and principles, basic nursing interventions on scientific evidence and the resources available.teach energy principlesteach energy principlesInstruct students in the theory and practice of energy, with the aim of assisting them in pursuing a future career in this field, more specifically in maintenance and repair of energy plant processes ...deal with emergency care situationsdeal with emergency care situationsAssess the signs and be well-prepared for a situation that poses an immediate threat to a person's health, security, property or environment.teach tourism principlesteach tourism principlesInstruct students in the theory and practice of the subject travel and tourism, with the aim of assisting them in pursuing a future career in this field, and more specifically in topics such as touris...teach transport technology principlesteach transport technology principlesInstruct students in the theory and practice of transport technology, with the aim of assisting them in pursuing a future career in this field, more specifically in courses such as the maintenance and...operate marine communication systemsoperate marine communication systemsOperate on board marine communication systems. Communicate with other ships or with on-shore control centre e.g. to send urgent messages concerning safety. Transmit or receive alerts, etc.operate cockpit control panelsoperate cockpit control panelsOperates control panels in the cockpit or flight deck according to the needs of the flight. Manage on-board electronic systems to ensure a smooth flight.ensure vehicle operabilityensure vehicle operabilityKeep the vehicle clean and in roadworthy condition. Ensure regular maintenance of the vehicle and provide valid official documents such as licenses and permits where appropriate.assist students with equipmentassist students with equipmentProvide assistance to students when working with (technical) equipment used in practice-based lessons and solve operational problems when necessary.teach medical laboratory technology principlesteach medical laboratory technology principlesInstruct students in the theory and practice of medical laboratory technology, with the aim of assisting them in pursuing a future career in this field, more specifically in the usage of laboratory eq...manage resources for educational purposesmanage resources for educational purposesIdentify the necessary resources needed for learning purposes, such as materials in class or arranged transportation for a field trip. Apply for the corresponding budget and follow up on the orders.teach flying practicesteach flying practicesInstruct students in the practice of flying different types of planes safely, provide instruction on the on-board instrumentation, required board documents, and the checklist to ensure safe flight ope...stay up-to-date with maritime transportation technologystay up-to-date with maritime transportation technologyGather information about the current trends in maritime transportation technology and stay up-to-date with the latest findings in the field. Apply this knowledge in operations and decision-making whil...direct the preparation of fooddirect the preparation of foodOversee the preparation of a variety of dishes such as soups, salads, fish, meats, vegetables or desserts. Participate in and direct food preparation either on a day-to-day basis, or for special guest...teach customer service techniquesteach customer service techniquesTeach techniques designed to maintain customer service standards at a satisfactory level.teach driving practicesteach driving practicesInstruct students in the practice of driving a vehicle such as a bus, taxi, truck, motorcycle or tractor safely, practice mechanical operation on roads with little traffic, and promote an anticipatory...ensure student welfareensure student welfareEnsure that the needs of students in educational organisations are met, and that any learning issues are addressed, as well as potential problems outside of an educational context.recognise abnormalities on boardrecognise abnormalities on boardIdentify anomalies and abnormalities on board, evaluate them, and take appropriate actions to restore normal operation of ship. Check all (safety) systems for operational functions. Organise actions t...teach hospitality principlesteach hospitality principlesInstruct students in the theory and practice of serving customers, with the aim of assisting them in pursuing a future career in this field, more specifically in an accommodation or in a food and beve...park vehiclespark vehiclesPark motorised vehicles without compromising the integrity of vehicles and safety of people.teach electricity principlesteach electricity principlesInstruct students in the theory and practice of electricity, with the aim of assisting them in pursuing a future career in this field, more specifically in maintenance and repair of electrical systems...distinguish various types of shipsdistinguish various types of shipsRecognise and name various types of vessels common in European maritime transport. Understand the different characteristics, construction details, and tonnage capacities of different vessels.perform classroom managementperform classroom managementMaintain discipline and engage students during instruction.provide lesson materialsprovide lesson materialsEnsure that the necessary materials for teaching a class, such as visual aids, are prepared, up-to-date, and present in the instruction space.instruct in sportinstruct in sportProvide appropriate technical and tactical instruction related to the given sport using varied and sound pedagogical approaches to meet the needs of the participants and achieve the desired objectives...instruct on safety measuresinstruct on safety measuresProvide instruction on the possible causes of accidents or sources of danger and explain the protective measures that should be taken to guarantee health and safety.motivate in sportsmotivate in sportsPositively foster athletes and participants' intrinsic desire to carry out the required tasks to fulfill their goals and to push themselves beyond their current levels of skill and understanding.develop course outlinedevelop course outlineResearch and establish an outline of the course to be taught and calculate a time frame for the instructional plan in accordance with school regulations and curriculum objectives.deliver presentations on tourismdeliver presentations on tourismMake presentations about the tourism industry in general and about specific tourist attractions.perform defensive drivingperform defensive drivingDrive defensively to maximise road safety and save time, money, and lives; anticipate the actions of other road users.
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