Volkshochschule Chemnitz

In the location's words:

The Chemnitz Adult Education Center was founded in 1919 and, as a public and communally responsible further education institution, forms an important part of the city's life. It fulfills the continuing education mandate of the city of Chemnitz in accordance with the constitution and the Continuing Education Act of the Free State of Saxony.

Its educational approach is comprehensive, cosmopolitan and socially just, with the aim of making education accessible to all and promoting respectful interaction between people of all ages, genders and cultures. The adult education center is neutral in terms of party and ideology and supports the integration of all population groups. It values environmentally conscious thinking and action and works independently of the interests of individual groups.

With its wide range of educational courses, the Chemnitz Adult Education Center creates learning opportunities for people of all ages to acquire skills and knowledge for social, societal and professional participation. In close cooperation with various partners - such as the city of Chemnitz, clubs, associations, companies and public authorities - a diverse educational network is created.

Its aim is to promote and support lifelong learning through a diverse and innovative range of courses. The adult education center sees itself as a place of exchange and encounter and aims to stimulate reflection and critical opinion-forming. The emphasis is on socially acceptable financing in order to keep education accessible to all.

The Chemnitz Adult Education Centre is a professional, learning and networked organization that stands for transparency and high quality in continuing education. Its range of courses is geared towards the needs of participants and is constantly being developed through strategic and methodical course planning. In addition to semester-based programs with comprehensive advice, there are also tailor-made offers for special educational needs.

The institution facilitates the acquisition of nationally and internationally recognized qualifications and certificates and prepares learners specifically for these. The VHS is financed by participant fees and funding from the City of Chemnitz, the Free State of Saxony and other partners.

With modern, functional rooms in the heart of the city and up-to-date technical equipment, the adult education center offers a contemporary learning environment. The professionally qualified and committed staff

bring a wide range of skills to the table, which are constantly enhanced through regular further training to ensure the high quality of the educational programs.

The adult education centre benefits from the exchange within the adult education community and its umbrella organizations. Its understanding of learning encompasses the social, cultural and intellectual process of learning, which should enable participants to take an active part in society. For the Chemnitz Adult Education Center, a successful learning process is characterized by the fact that learners enjoy learning, achieve the goals set and develop motivation for future education.

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