Demographic changes, evolving care needs and new technologies are shaping new demands for long-term care services and professionals in Europe.
As part of the European project Care4Skills, the report “Future Skill Needs and Support for Upskilling the Long-Term Care Sector” examines existing and emerging skills needs in 10 European countries and offers a basis for designing training that responds to the real needs of the sector, combining bibliographic and research documentation, interviews, questionnaires and focus groups.
Despite the differences between national systems, common challenges emerge: staff shortages, limited funding and digital transformation requirements.
The report highlights the need for practical and flexible training, linked to everyday work, that reinforces person-centred care and respect for autonomy, digital skills and the responsible use of technology.
The findings are relevant to professionals, service providers, educational institutions and policy makers. Investing in human resources skills is an essential prerequisite for quality care and support, with a focus on people and their rights.
📘 Read the report: https://shorturl.at/C0XBj