Continuing Education Institutes

Stiftung für Gastroenterologische Chirurgie 

Davos Platz · Since 1990

Stiftung für Gastroenterologische Chirurgie runs the annual DavosCourse, a hands-on training course for surgeons in open and minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery. Courses include modules such as colorectal, hernia, bariatric, HPB, upper GI, pediatric, and emergency & acute care surgery, combining practical model-based exercises with theoretical sessions.

Stiftung für Physiologie 

Bern · Since 1989

The core activity of the company is the University of Bern, which focuses on the areas of teaching, research and services. The university offers a wide range of study programs, promotes research and development in various disciplines, and provides services such as consulting, coaching and further education for students, employees and external partners.

Stiftung für Schulzahnpflege-Instruktorinnen (SZPI) 

Küsnacht Zh · Since 1993

The company's core activity is promoting oral health in schools and pre-school institutions through the training and further education of school dental care instructors (SZPI) as well as providing teaching materials and information for municipal and school authorities, cantons and the public.

Stiftung Gartenbauschule Hünibach 

Hünibach · Since 1984

The company's core activity is the training and further education of people in biodynamic and natural gardening, supplemented by the sale of self-produced organic products, such as food and plants, as well as the operation of an organic shop and a canteen.

Stiftung Hotelfachschule Thun 

Thun · Since 1983

Stiftung Hotelfachschule Thun offers federally recognised vocational and continuing education programmes in hospitality and gastronomy, including apprenticeships, the HF diploma and a post-diploma NDS HF in Hotel Management. The foundation operates a training hotel ("The Lab Hotel") and provides industry-focused courses, seminars and practical campus-based training.

Stiftung juristische Weiterbildung Zürich 

Zurich · Since 1983

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of legal continuing education events, in particular conferences, seminars and courses, for companies, the legal profession and courts in various areas of law such as civil law, civil procedure law, criminal law and administrative law.

Stiftung La Capriola 

Chur · Since 2003

The core activity of La Capriola is the training of young people with support needs to become qualified professionals in the hotel, restaurant, nursing home and retail industries. To this end, the company offers training programs in the primary labor market, accompanied by individual and goal-oriented support, to promote the strengths of the learners and improve their weaknesses. The aim is to integrate the trainees into the primary labor market after completing their training and enable them to lead an independent life in society.

Stiftung OPTIKSCHWEIZ für berufliche Aus- und Weiterbildung 

Olten · Since 1987

Stiftung OPTIKSCHWEIZ für berufliche Aus- und Weiterbildung is an institution of OPTIKSCHWEIZ that is concerned with vocational training and continuing education in the fields of optometry and optical services.

Stiftung Polybau 

Uzwil · Since 1949

The company Polybau operates in the building envelope industry and offers training, consulting and services in the field of building envelopes, energy efficiency and renewable energies. The core activities include planning, execution and modernization of building envelopes, including roofs, facades, windows and basement ceilings, as well as the installation of heating systems, solar thermal systems, photovoltaics and battery storage systems.

Stiftung Pro Labora 

Chur · Since 2004

Stiftung Pro Labora is a non-profit foundation that works to improve the professional situation of employed and unemployed people by implementing projects that create new jobs or help maintain existing positions.

Stiftung Raphi 

Steinen · Since 1968

The company's core activity is the promotion of children and adolescents with special needs in the areas of language promotion, language development, communication and behavior-oriented educational topics. To this end, the company offers various educational programs, such as a speech therapy school, a school in the park and a clinic school, as well as consulting and support services.

Stiftung Schulzentrum Weggis Hotel & Gastro formation 

Weggis · Since 1985

Stiftung Schulzentrum Weggis Hotel & Gastro formation offers vocational and continuing education for the hotel and catering sector, including Progresso basic courses, industry‑specific language courses, vocational examinations and other further‑education programmes.

Stiftung SILVIVA 

Zurich · Since 2007

The core activity of Silviva is the promotion of education and learning in and with nature. They offer training, resources and networks for educational institutions to raise awareness and empower children, teachers and society for a sustainable use of natural resources. Silviva serves as the Swiss competence center for learning in and with nature and aims to strengthen the relationship between humans and nature and promote sustainable development.

Stiftung Thim van der Laan 

Landquart · Since 2008

Stiftung TOP-Ausbildungsbetrieb 

Zofingen · Since 2021

The core activity of the company 'TOP-Ausbildungsbetrieb' is the certification and support of companies in the training of young people. The company offers courses and programs to strengthen the training competence of vocational trainers and support companies that are particularly committed to training young people. The goal is to help companies optimally accompany their trainees on their way into professional life and train top professionals.

Stiftung Unifun - Fachkräfte für Seilbahnen 

Basel · Since 2013

The core activity of the company "Stiftung unifun – Fachkräfte für Seilbahnen" is the promotion of education and vocational training of young people and young adults from mountainous and remote regions as specialists for cable cars.

Stiftung Volkshochschule Wil SG 

Wil Sg · Since 1968

Stiftung Volkshochschule Wil SG is a foundation operating the Volkshochschule Wil and providing continuing education programmes. It offers courses, lectures, excursions and workshops in areas such as languages, history and society, nature, health, psychology and creative crafts.

"Stiftung Wege zur Qualität" 

Grenchen · Since 2001

The core activity of the company 'Wege zur Qualität' consists of developing, promoting and disseminating a specific procedure aimed at developing new social skills and forms. This includes: researching and developing the procedure, training and further education of individuals working with the procedure, accompanying and advising organizations and individuals in applying the procedure, evaluating and ensuring the quality of the procedure, and organizing seminars, workshops and other events to disseminate the procedure. The company thus offers a combination of research, education, consulting and event organization to promote and disseminate its procedure.

Stiftung zur Förderung der Eigenverantwortung in der beruflichen Vorsorge 

Lucerne · Since 2000

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Eigenverantwortung in der beruflichen Vorsorge' is the promotion of personal responsibility and the training and further education of governing bodies in the 2nd pillar of occupational pension provision in Switzerland. This includes the development and provision of tools, training offers and publications, such as the management handbook for foundation boards, as well as the organization of workshops and events. The goal is to strengthen leadership in the 2nd pillar and further develop occupational pension provision.

Stiftung zur Förderung der Weiterbildung in Hausarztmedizin 

Bern · Since 2008

The company's core activity is the promotion of continuing education in general practice medicine through the organization of courses, practice assistance and the provision of job offers for doctors and medical staff.