IT Education

Execution & Progression

In cooperation with the Foundation “Stiftung Informatik für Autisten”, we organise practice-oriented apprenticeships in the field of IT. During the apprenticeship, we implement projects with our apprentices, analogous to assignments from the primary labor market. The courses are conducted in accordance with the curriculum outlined in the Ordinance on Vocational Education and Training for Computer Scientists: IT Specialists: EFZ.

The education program is based on the dual training principle, i.e. practical and theoretical training run in parallel, thus enabling optimum integration of the knowledge acquired in theory and practice.

Up to two days a week, the apprentices attend the local technical vocational school to acquire the basic theoretical knowledge.

The practical vocational training takes place in a partially protected environment: on one hand on the Foundation’s premises, and on the other hand practical skills are promoted within the framework of external projects and in form of internships in the primary labour market.

Specializations

Computer scientist EFZ specializing in application development

The apprenticeship as a computer scientist:in EFZ in the field of application development offers aspiring IT professionals an exciting opportunity to create and optimize tailor-made software solutions. During this apprenticeship, students acquire extensive knowledge of programming languages, database management and software development processes. They develop the skills to design innovative applications that meet the modern requirements of companies and thus make a significant contribution to today’s digital world.

Duration: 4 years

Further information can be found here: Informatiker/in EFZ | ICT-Berufsbildung

Computer Scientist:In EFZ specializing in platform development

The apprenticeship as a computer scientist:in EFZ in the field of platform development provides prospective IT experts with the skills to develop and maintain robust and versatile platforms for software applications. During this apprenticeship, students acquire knowledge in the areas of system architecture, database design and security. They will be able to create secure and efficient platforms that serve as the basis for innovative software solutions and meet the constantly changing requirements of the IT industry.

Duration: 4 years

Further information can be found here: Informatiker/in EFZ | ICT-Berufsbildung

ICT-Fachmann/-Fachfrau EFZ

ICT education is a versatile and future-oriented vocational training program in the field of information and communication technology (ICT). During this apprenticeship, students acquire comprehensive knowledge in the areas of network technology, system administration, hardware and software. They will be able to plan, implement and maintain complex ICT systems, making them valuable professionals in today’s digital world.

Duration: 3 years

Further information can be found here: ICT-Fachmann / ICT-Fachfrau EFZ | ICT-Berufsbildung

Internship

The apprentices work on orders from internal and external clients and realize projects in the areas of application development, web design, graphics, system technology, server and network technology, IT security, etc.

Goals

Successful completion of the apprenticeship

Integration into the primary labor market

The apprenticeship concludes with the Federal Certificate of Competence in Computer Science EFZ or the Federal Certificate of Competence in ICT Specialist EFZ and promotes a seamless transition into the primary labor market.

At the end of the apprenticeship, graduates receive a certificate of proficiency issued by the cantonal education department, a qualifying work certificate from Rafisa Informatik GmbH and internship certificates for external work placements.

All training courses are aimed at neurodiverse young adults, e.g. people on the autism spectrum and/or with an accompanying diagnosis such as AD(H)D, who receiving financial support by the IV.

Please contact us for further information and registration.