
The Jobs Again Reform in Greece OECD Centre forSkills Evaluations OECD Skills Studies The Jobs Again Reformin Greece OECD CENTRE FOR SKILLS EVALUATIONS This work is published under the responsibility of the Secretary-General of the OECD. The opinions expressed andarguments employed herein do not necessarily reflect the official views of the Member countries of the OECD. This document, as well as any data and map included herein, are without prejudice to the status of or sovereignty overany territory, to the delimitation of international frontiers and boundaries and to the name of any territory, city or area. ISBN 978-92-64-84200-7 (print)ISBN 978-92-64-32934-8 (PDF)ISBN 978-92-64-85230-3 (HTML) OECD Skills StudiesISSN 2307-8723 (print)ISSN 2307-8731 (online) Photo credits:Cover © f11photo/Shutterstock.com. Corrigenda to OECD publications may be found at: https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/support/corrigenda.html.© OECD 2025 Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) This work is made available under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International licence. By using this work, you accept to be bound by the terms of this licence(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).Attribution– you must cite the work.Translations– you must cite the original work, identify changes to the original and add the following text:In the event of any discrepancy between the original work and thetranslation, only the text of the original work should be considered valid.Adaptations– you must cite the original work and add the following text:This is an adaptation of an original work by the OECD. The opinions expressed and arguments employed inthis adaptation should not be reported as representing the official views of the OECD or of its Member countries.Third-party material– the licence does not apply to third-party material in the work. If using such material, you are responsible for obtaining permission from the third party and forany claims of infringement.You must not use the OECD logo, visual identity or cover image without express permission or suggest the OECD endorses your use of the work.Any dispute arising under this licence shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) Arbitration Rules 2012. The seat of arbitration shallbe Paris (France). The number of arbitrators shall be one. Foreword The “Jobs Again” reform represents one of Greece’s most ambitious efforts to modernise its approach tovocational education and training. Introduced in 2022, the reform seeks to strengthen the effectiveness,accountability, and labour market relevance ofcontinuousvocationaleducation andtraining (CVET) byintroducing performance-based funding, digital infrastructure, and enhanced provider oversight. As Greececontinues tocontend withpersistent skills mismatches and high unemployment–particularly among youngpeople–it isessentialtoassess thedesigned and implementation of these policy measures. This report,TheJobs Again Reform in Greece: OECD Centre for Skills Evaluations,constitutes anindependentassessment of the reform’s quality assurance mechanisms,focusing on provideraccreditation, key performance indicators (KPIs), and institutional co-ordination. The evaluation draws ondocumentanalysis,stakeholder interviews,and international comparisons to identify areas forimprovement and provide actionable recommendations for policymakers. The report highlights the need for clearer institutional roles in quality assurance, more flexible and inclusiveKPI frameworks, and better alignment between training content and evolving labour market needs.It alsounderscores the importance of using pre-and post-training assessments to evaluate learning progress,protecting access for vulnerable groups, and ensuring the reliability of certification mechanisms. While this study focuses on identifying areas for improvement, it also recognises the bold steps taken byGreece to reform its CVET system. The introduction ofindividuallearningaccounts, the establishment ofa national registry of providers, and the development of a unified digital platform represent significantprogress. These efforts can support the creation of a more responsive, efficient, and learner-centered skillssystem. The relevance of thisevaluation extends beyond Greece. Many countries are experimenting withperformance-based funding and digital delivery models in adult learning. By documenting the Greekexperience, this report contributes to a broader policy dialogue on how to improve training quality andbetter connect people with employment opportunities. The OECD Centre for Skills is committed to supporting countries in evaluating and improving their skillssystems. Through rigorous and independent assessments, the Centre helps governments identify practicalpathways to reform, ensuring that skills policies remain fit for purpose in a rapidly changing world. Acknowledgements The OECD extends its sincere gratitude to the staff of the Gr