Vocational school
in Switzerland
373 companies in Vocational school in the Swiss commercial register, indexed across 20 canton and 11 town pages.
50 of 373 companies
Barfachschule Zürich GmbH
Zurich · Since 1997 · 11–20 empl.5.0(435)
The core activity of Baradox AG is training and education in the field of gastronomy, particularly in the bar and beverage industry. The company offers courses and training to educate specialized personnel for the gastronomy sector. Additionally, the company also provides consulting services and events for the gastronomy industry.
Prophylaxe Zentrum Zürich AG
Zurich · Since 1995 · 21–50 empl.4.9(170)
The core activity of the company 'Prophylaxe Zentrum Zürich' is the training of dental hygienists. The company offers a higher vocational education in dental hygiene and trains students to become certified dental hygienists.
BVS Betriebswirtschaftsschule AG
St. Gallen · Since 1997 · 21–50 empl.4.8(175)
BVS Betriebswirtschaftsschule AG is an educational institution offering vocational and continuing-education programmes in business administration, finance, leadership & HR, marketing & sales, logistics & real estate, and IT & digital. Programmes include diploma courses, HF and NDS HF postgraduate tracks, federal professional certificates (eidg. Fachausweis), Bachelor and EMBA options, and short certificates; delivery modes are on-site, live online, hybrid and recorded lessons with modular monthly starts. The school provides student advising and exam preparation for federal exams.
BVS St. Gallen AG
St. Gallen · Since 2003 · 21–50 empl.4.8(175)
BVS St. Gallen AG is an educational institution offering vocational and continuing-education programmes in business administration, finance, leadership & HR, IT & digital, logistics & real estate, and marketing & sales. The organisation provides diploma and certificate courses, preparation for federally recognised professional exams, Bachelor and EMBA programmes, and modular part‑time formats including on‑site, live‑online, hybrid and recorded lessons.
Heilpraktikerschule HPS GmbH
Lucerne · Since 1997 · 11–20 empl.4.7(63)
Heilpraktikerschule HPS GmbH is a specialist school offering education and continuing training in naturopathy, alternative and complementary medicine, and massage. Its programmes include Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Traditional European Naturopathy, complementary therapy and medical massage.
BetterStudy SA
Geneva · Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.4.8(306)
The core activity of BetterStudy is to provide online training and courses in the fields of finance, accounting, and human resources in Switzerland. The company offers various diplomas and certificates, such as training as an accounting assistant, accounting clerk, and accountant, as well as HR assistant and HRSE. BetterStudy is a 100% online vocational training institute that enables participants to expand their skills and knowledge in these areas and improve their career opportunities.
Swiss Design Center Group SA
Lausanne · Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.5.0(49)
Swiss Design Center Group SA operates a school for architecture, interior architecture and design. Its programmes include bachelor’s and master’s degrees as well as evening courses in areas such as industrial design, construction management and CAD/BIM.
Zentrum für medizinische Bildung MTT
Bern · Since 2006 · 101–500 empl.4.4(45)
The company "medi" is a centre for medical education, offering six medical-technical and medical-therapeutic training programs on behalf of the Canton of Bern. The company's core activities include training and further education in the following areas: Activation Therapy, Biomedical Analysis, Dental Hygiene, Operating Theatre Technology, Medical-Technical Radiology, Rescue Sanitation, and Soins Ambulanciers. The company also offers preparatory courses, further training, and diploma courses in these areas, and operates a dental practice and a dental hygiene clinic.
Schauspielfabrik GmbH
Kemptthal · Since 2022 · 21–50 empl.5.0(83)
The core activity of Schauspielfabrik GmbH is the training and promotion of actors and theatre professionals through various offers such as preparatory courses, basic training, intensive courses, workshops, individual coaching and industry talks. The company also provides services such as the creation of showreels and about-me videos. Additionally, it rents out rooms for events and offers a platform for casting appointments.
Stiftung Interkantonale Försterschule Lyss
Lyss · Since 1969 · 21–50 empl.4.8(30)
The company is an educational centre specializing in higher vocational education in the field of forest and nature. It offers various courses and training programs, such as the higher vocational education Forester HF and further training for forestry personnel. In addition, the company also provides hospitality services such as room rental, restaurant and hotel services. However, the company's core activity remains education and training in the field of forest and nature.
Academic Gateway AG
Zurich · Since 2014 · 21–50 empl.4.6(146)
Academic Gateway AG is a private school preparing students for the Swiss federal Matura, the IB Diploma Programme, the vocational baccalaureate and the Passerelle supplementary examination. Its teaching combines lectures and practice sessions with recorded lessons and digital learning materials.
JardinSuisse Zentralschweiz Bildungszentrum Gärtner AG
Neuenkirch · Since 2012 · 11–20 empl.4.6(26)
The company is an educational center specializing in training and further education in the field of gardening and landscaping as well as plant production. It offers basic training, inter-company courses, qualification procedures, and further education, and has corresponding facilities such as workshops, foil tunnels, and a mobile exhibition garden. The company also offers rental of facilities and equipment and has partners and sponsors who support training and further education.
Biomedica GmbH
Glattbrugg · Since 2004 · 11–20 empl.4.6(27)
The core activity of Biomedica is education and further training in the fields of complementary therapy, acupressure and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The company offers courses, seminars and training programs to prepare students for a career in these fields. In addition, Biomedica also provides services such as practices and a school shop to support education and practice in these areas.
Ecole Alphalif Sàrl
Lausanne · Since 2009 · 1–10 empl.4.7(57)
Ecole Alphalif Sàrl is a private school offering full-time education for young people from the end of compulsory schooling through to the gymnasium maturity diploma. It also provides academic support, individual lessons, and preparation for examinations and admissions.
EDUCOM by Carol Panchaud Sàrl
Mies · Since 2013 · 1–10 empl.5.0(22)
EDUCOM by Carol Panchaud Sàrl provides educational consulting, arranges language stays and boarding‑school placements, and offers orientation assessments (Bilan d’orientation), gap‑year planning and university admission coaching. Services are tailored to parents and students and designed to support transitions from primary education through higher‑education choices.
Source Massage-Fachschule GmbH
Jona · Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.4.8(21)
The core activity of Source Massage Fachschule GmbH is the training and further education of massage therapists in various massage techniques and styles, including wellness massage, classical massage, foot reflex zone massage, manual lymphatic drainage and therapeutic massage. The company offers diploma training recognized by the Swiss health insurance companies and compliant with the guidelines of EMR and ASCA.
Gymivorbereitung Zürich GmbH
Winterthur · Since 2020 · 11–20 empl.4.9(71)
Gymivorbereitung Zürich GmbH provides courses for pupils preparing for the cantonal entrance examinations for long- and short-term grammar schools. Its offer includes courses for different school levels, learning coaching and distance learning.
Fondazione Istituto Elvetico Opera Don Bosco
Lugano · Since 1970 · 21–50 empl.4.5(116)
Fondazione Istituto Elvetico Opera Don Bosco operates a private school offering primary and lower-secondary education as well as an international upper-secondary programme. Its educational approach follows the pedagogy of Don Bosco, and the Italian high-school diploma is recognised in Switzerland.
Ecole Schulz SA
Geneva · Since 1977 · 1–10 empl.4.3(51)
Ecole Schulz SA is a school offering education in commerce, information technology and languages. Its programmes include vocational qualifications, bachelor’s degrees, dual training courses and specialist classes.
Brilliant Personal Security Academy Taubert
Wallisellen · Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.5.0(25)
Brilliant Personal Security Academy Taubert provides security services including property and personal protection, access control, patrols, and traffic/parking services, and delivers special VIP protection assignments.
Arcos Akademie für Kosmetologie GmbH
St. Gallen · Since 1999 · 11–20 empl.5.0(11)
Arcos Akademie für Kosmetologie GmbH is a vocational cosmetology school offering professional training and continuing education in beauty therapy, including CIDESCO-accredited programmes. The institution also runs a teaching cosmetology institute where students perform treatments under supervision.
Fondation en faveur de l'Ecole technique de La Vallée de Joux
Le Sentier · Since 1966 · 11–20 empl.4.3(35)
The company's core activity is education and training in the fields of micromechanics, watchmaking, jewelry making and related techniques. The company offers various training programs, including vocational training, higher vocational training and continuing education, and is aimed at students, students and professionals.
Fondation Ecole de la construction
Tolochenaz · Since 1978 · 21–50 empl.4.3(48)
The company's core activity is education and training in the construction industry, particularly in the fields of construction, architecture and related trades. The company offers various training programs, including vocational training (CFC), higher professional education and continuing education courses for professionals. It has its own training facilities and works closely with companies and organizations in the construction industry to provide practical training.
Stiftung Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern
Lucerne · Since 1985 · 11–20 empl.4.5(27)
Stiftung Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern is an educational institution offering practice-oriented degree programmes and continuing education in hospitality and hospitality management. Offerings include HF and bachelor programmes, executive education, professional training, educational consulting and business solutions such as institutional certification and talent search.
Verein ibW Höhere Fachschule Südostschweiz
Chur · Since 1990 · 21–50 empl.4.3(30)
The company's core activity is providing educational and further training services to companies and individuals, particularly in the areas of business administration, marketing, sales, distribution, communication, leadership and management. The company offers a wide range of courses, seminars and workshops aimed at improving the skills and knowledge of participants in these areas.
Bruno Gutjahr Staplerfahrschule GmbH
Matzingen · Since 2022 · 1–10 empl.5.0(73)
The core activity of the company "Staplerfahrschule Bruno Gutjahr GmbH" is the training and education of individuals in the safe and competent handling of industrial trucks, particularly forklifts. The company offers forklift training courses tailored to the needs of companies and employees, and compliant with legal requirements. The training covers the imparting of knowledge and skills in the areas of safety, operation and maintenance of industrial trucks, as well as preparation for the examination according to EKAS 6518.
Interkantonale Försterschule Maienfeld
Maienfeld · Since 1973 · 21–50 empl.4.3(30)
Interkantonale Försterschule Maienfeld provides vocational and continuing education in forestry, offering modules for the Dipl. Förster/-in HF program and courses for forest machine operators, foreman-level forest workers and cable-crane supervisors.
GIHE Sàrl
Bulle · Since 2017 · 21–50 empl.4.4(34)
GIHE Sàrl offers career-focused bachelor’s, master’s and executive programs in hospitality and luxury business management, combining academic coursework with professional internships and online courses.
Stiftung Schulungs- und Wohnheime Rossfeld
Bern · Since 1960 · 21–50 empl.4.2(74)
Stiftung Schulungs- und Wohnheime Rossfeld supports children, young people and adults with physical disabilities. Its services include schooling, supported accommodation and day programmes, therapies, office services, a restaurant and handmade products from its workshop.
UNIQUE Fachschule GmbH
St. Gallen · Since 2018 · 11–20 empl.5.0(19)
UNIQUE Fachschule GmbH provides training and courses in fashion with a focus on pattern drafting and garment construction, enabling participants to create and adapt patterns for individual body shapes. The school offers modular, practice-oriented programmes, single and online courses, and diploma modules such as "Fashion Stylist".
HFLU Höhere Fachschule Luzern AG
Lucerne · Since 2015 · 21–50 empl.4.5(17)
HFLU Höhere Fachschule Luzern AG is a higher professional education institution offering training and continuing education in business administration, marketing and business informatics. Its programmes include federally recognised higher professional college courses and further courses in areas such as sales, human resources and digital marketing.
ARCOS Internationale Kosmetikfachschule GmbH
St. Gallen · Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.5.0(11)
The company's core activity is the training of cosmeticians. The ARCOS International School of Cosmetology offers professional training in cosmetology leading to the internationally recognized CIDESCO diploma. The school provides various courses and training programs to prepare graduates for a successful career in the field of cosmetology.
aprentas
Basel · Since 2000 · 21–50 empl.4.3(29)
Here are the core activities of the companies: 1. Manufacturing of finished pharmaceuticals and packaging activities for pharmaceutical and biotech companies. 2. No specific core activity described, but general company goals and values. 3. No specific core activity described, but general company goals and values. 4. Production and marketing of mineral fillers and pigments, particularly from natural calcium carbonate. 5. No specific core activity described, but general company goals and values. 6. Manufacturing of basic chemicals, intermediates, plastics, high-value products, crop protection agents, process catalysts, construction chemicals, industrial coatings, and plant biotechnology. 7. Vocational training and education of apprentices and students. 8. Development and delivery of innovative solutions for customers, without specifying a particular industry or product group. 9. No specific core activity described, but general company goals and values. 10. Manufacturing and supply of pharmaceutical active ingredients and products for customers worldwide.
Fondation Ecole Supérieure en éducation de l'enfance ESede
Lausanne · Since 2010 · 21–50 empl.4.3(18)
The core activity of Esede is education and training in the field of early childhood, particularly in the training of professionals for childcare and education. The company offers various training programs, such as the EDE (Éducation de l'Enfance) course over 2 or 3 years with or without internships. Esede also collaborates with partners to promote training and quality in this field.
UNIQUE Fachschule für Mode und Schnitt, Inhaberin B. Keel
St. Gallen · Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.5.0(19)
UNIQUE Fachschule für Mode und Schnitt, Inhaberin B. Keel provides vocational courses in pattern drafting and garment construction, offering modular diploma programmes as well as single-course and online options.
SHL Business Areas AG
Lucerne · Since 2017 · 101–500 empl.4.5(27)
SHL Business Areas AG provides practice-oriented hospitality education, executive training and consulting services focused on customer experience and professional development. Services include professional training, educational consulting, institutional certification, talent search and collaboration on international education projects.
RMD Art Nails, Rose-Marie De Iaco-Prizzi
Martigny · Since 2013 · 1–10 empl.5.0(30)
The core activity of RMD Art Nails - Ecole d'onglerie à Martigny is the training and further education of stylists in the field of nail care and design, as well as the provision of beauty services for hands and feet.
KV Schulhaus Schaffhausen AG
Schaffhausen · Since 1929 · 21–50 empl.3.9(34)
The company's core activity is the education and training of students and adults in the fields of commerce, economics and administration. The company offers various training programs, including basic education, vocational maturity, higher vocational school and continuing education courses in areas such as accounting, financial accounting, marketing, human resources and languages.
Atlas & Bien-Etre Sàrl
Renens Vd · Since 2009 · 11–20 empl.4.4(20)
The core activity of Atlas & Bien-être Sàrl is the training and teaching of various massage and therapy techniques, including sports massage, classical massage, reflexology, manual lymphatic drainage and nutrition. The company offers various courses and programs to qualify students and bring them into practice. It is therefore a school for massage and therapy techniques.
Regionales Ausbildungszentrum Au
Au Zh · Since 1998 · 11–20 empl.4.3(28)
The company RAU Regionales Ausbildungszentrum Au is an educational institution specializing in the training of students and young people in various professional fields. The company's core activity includes imparting skills and knowledge in the areas of mechanics, automation, design, electronics, computer science and economics. The company offers apprenticeships, trial apprenticeships and training programs to prepare young people for their future careers.
G-Art, Chilla
Oberhasli · Since 2016 · 21–50 empl.4.9(8)
G'ART is a vocational training school for gastronomy professions, offering inter-company courses (üK) to implement and deepen practical skills. The company's core activity is the implementation of training and further education measures for gastronomy professions, particularly in the organization and implementation of inter-company courses.
Gymivorbereitung Fokus Grimm
Küsnacht Zh · Since 2024 · 11–20 empl.5.0(58)
Gymivorbereitung Fokus Grimm offers preparatory courses for entrance examinations to long- and short-cycle gymnasiums. Courses cover German and mathematics and include exam exercises, essay training, revision lessons, and learning and examination strategies.
ECOLE LEMANIA (VAUD-VALAIS) SA
Lausanne · Since 1987 · 21–50 empl.3.8(51)
ECOLE LEMANIA (VAUD-VALAIS) SA is a private international school offering secondary and vocational programmes, including the Swiss Maturity (Maturité/Maturität), the French Baccalauréat, the International Baccalaureate and commercial CFC qualifications; the institution also provides language courses, summer camps and boarding options.
AWS ZURICH FASHION SCHOOL GmbH
Zurich · Since 2023 · 1–10 empl.5.0(38)
AWS ZURICH FASHION SCHOOL GmbH is a private fashion and design school offering education and further training in fashion design and related fields. Its courses cover couture techniques such as moulage, sewing and illustration, as well as personal styling, fashion business, textile design and technology.
Maria Schweizer AG
Dübendorf · Since 1963 · 11–20 empl.3.9(31)
Maria Schweizer AG operates a school of cosmetology and offers initial and continuing education for beauty professionals. Its training covers theoretical and practical aspects of holistic cosmetology, and its institute provides treatments performed by trainee cosmeticians under professional supervision.
Conservatoire de l'Ouest Vaudois (COV)
Morges · Since 1994 · 21–50 empl.4.3(7)
Conservatoire de l'Ouest Vaudois (COV) provides individual and group music tuition for children and adults in classical music, jazz and contemporary music. Its activities also include music theory, drama instruction and cultural events.
Bildungszentrum Gärtner JardinSuisse Zürich
Pfäffikon Zh · Since 2009 · 21–50 empl.4.4(15)
Bildungszentrum Gärtner JardinSuisse Zürich is an association that delivers vocational training and continuing education in horticulture. Programmes include inter-company courses (ÜK), continuing education, trainings and certifications such as Gärtner/in eidg. FA and Gärtnermeister/in HFP, biodiversity specialist courses, practical learning workshops and career exploration.
LémanMaturité Sàrl
Vevey · Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.5.0(21)
LémanMaturité Sàrl is a private school specialising in preparation for the Swiss Federal Maturity Certificate. It offers standard and intensive study programmes, with tailored academic support for Swiss and international students.
Stiftung SwissEngineering STV
Zurich · Since 1978 · 1–10 empl.5.0(4)
Stiftung SwissEngineering STV supports innovative technical projects, including projects by students. It promotes understanding of technology and raises awareness of technical professions in society.
libs Industrielle Berufslehren Schweiz
Baden · Since 1995 · 21–50 empl.4.0(40)
libs Industrielle Berufslehren Schweiz manages vocational training in technical and commercial occupations, from recruitment through completion of the apprenticeship, in cooperation with member and partner companies. It also offers continuing education for adults and carries out production orders.
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Source: commercial register (Zefix) · as of November 6, 2026
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