Workplace Instructor Training Day Strengthened Guidance Skills and Future Cooperation

As a result of the LeaderSHIP project, the number of apprenticeship students at Meyer Turku shipyard is increasing significantly, which creates a growing need for new workplace instructors and assessors.

As part of the project, Mika Haapalainen from Turku Vocational Institute / Meyer Turku Shipbuilding School organized workplace instructor training on August 29, 2025, and trained Meyer Turku employees as workplace instructors using tailored training materials.

The training focused on the content of qualification units, legislation related to students, and the importance of giving feedback. Each instructor was assigned the qualification units that their students will complete. The aim was to strengthen the instructors’ competence and make it easier to guide students. The training also clarified the role of supervisors in assessment and helped instructors better recognize their responsibilities.

Content of the Training Day

– workplace learning, guidance, and assessment

– qualification unit content, structure of the qualification, and changes in qualification requirements

– legislation and responsibilities related to students

– notifications to the Regional State Administrative Agency

– notifications required at the shipyard

– giving proper feedback to students

– importance of feedback from the workplace

– demonstration of personal competence targeted to qualification units and practices

The participants gave very positive feedback about the training. According to the feedback, the training was organized in a very professional manner, and the content was considered diverse and engaging. The event was also important for strengthening team spirit within the workplace, as it provided an opportunity to get to know others working with the shipyard apprenticeship model.

The shipyard’s own teachers were also present at the training day, which is important for future cooperation.