This project is being accomplished by bfz Bildungsforschung.In both the service and industrial sectors, modern companies increasingly require generalists who are able to work independently and responsibly and to deal with the increasing complexity of the tasks facing them, even in the field of so-called “simple tasks”. Systematic personnel development for employees at all levels is therefore more important than ever. It is of particular importance to unskilled and semi-skilled workers, so that these people can meet the increased demands of today and tomorrow and not lose out from modernisation.
The necessity of providing systematic continuing education for unskilled and semi-skilled workers is recognised by many companies, but the foundation allowing personnel development taking into account the future development of the company and addresses the individual skills and experiences of unskilled and semi-skilled workers is often lacking. This where “personnel development for unskilled and semi-skilled workers” project can make a contribution.
Company surveys have shown that little experience exists with regard to this sphere in particular among small and medium-sized enterprises. Seeking to bridge this information gap, the “Staff Development for Semi-Skilled and Unskilled Workforce” project will
The “personnel development for unskilled and semi-skilled workers” project aims to:
Online information and support for HR managers in SMEs, the provision of strategies and tools for the production of job- and responsibility descriptions and skill assessments, and the initiation and support of regional business networks all contribute to the dissemination of the skills required for the design and implementation of systematic personnel development of unskilled and semi-skilled workers and thus the improvement of their employment chances.
