Why language certificates still matter
As Switzerland adapts to KV-Reform 22, which integrates English proficiency into the curriculum and shifts the focus towards integrated, real-world skills, HKV Handelsschule KV Schaffhausen is taking it a step further.
Starting in 2025, they will incorporate Cambridge Linguaskill Business, an English exam that offers multi-level assessment. Why? In the words of Dr. phil. David N. Ehrat, Fachvorstand Englisch from HKV Handelsschule KV Schaffhausen:
Despite the KV-Reform 22, which evaluates and grades students’ English skills we still felt the need to equip them with an additional internationally established certificate. As Linguaskill offers a certificate across levels this has become our first choice. Within the current job market we feel it is important to have an additional certificate in the portfolio so as not to fall behind other competitors.
Language skills paired with certification create a competitive edge
In today’s global job market, language proficiency is a powerful tool for success. By adopting Cambridge Linguaskill, schools like Handelsschule KV Schaffhausen can equip their students with an internationally recognised certification that not only boosts employability but also sets them apart from the competition.
These certificates validate essential skills, complement the KV-Reform 22 curriculum, and open doors to worldwide career opportunities. As Pete Kaithan, CEO of Swiss Exams, puts it:
Universal skills such as language proficiency, project management, and critical thinking are indispensable. For these skills, internationally recognised certificates and qualifications significantly enhance the skills portfolio of a professional and consequently his/her market value and employability.
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