SVEB: Frequently asked questions and answers (FAQ)
No, once you have successfully obtained the certification, the SVEB certificate is valid indefinitely and is not subject to any time limit.
The SVEB certificate is recognized throughout Switzerland. It entitles you to conduct adult education courses and lectures throughout Switzerland in your respective field of expertise.
Provided that the practical experience is documented in a complete and comprehensible manner, there is no time limit for the practical component.
No, all services are included in the course fees, including the issuance of the certificate and all course materials. However, if the practical demonstration is not passed, there will be an additional one-time fee of CHF 180 for a repeat attempt. The repeat attempt can only be made once and the fee must be paid immediately.
Yes, provided that the relevant supporting documents are complete and contain all relevant information, such as the number of hours completed and whether the lessons were individual or group lessons.
Once all the necessary requirements have been met, the certificate can be issued. The specific requirements are listed in point 7. This means, in particular, that the course has been successfully completed and a total of at least 150 hours of practical experience has been gained within a period of at least two years. At least 100 of these 150 hours must have been spent accompanying groups. In addition, participants must be at least 16 years old.
To obtain the SVEB certificate, the following requirements must be met: ● The course must have been successfully completed. ● At least 150 hours of practical experience (60 minutes each) over a period of at least two years must be demonstrated. ● At least 100 of these 150 hours must involve accompanying groups. ● Participants must be at least 16 years old.
No. With this certificate, you will acquire teaching and methodological skills that can be applied regardless of your professional background. Language teaching is just one of many possible areas of application that will be open to you after graduation.
