Piedmont raises ITS funding to €48 million, launching 61 new technical courses
Executive summary: The Piedmont regional government increased funding for the ITS (Istituti Tecnici Superiori) system from €42 million to €48 million for the 2026‑2029 period and announced the launch of 61 new ITS courses. The boost expands technical vocational training capacity, aiming to align skills with local industry needs and improve employability in Piedmont’s manufacturing and tech sectors.
Who is involved: Piedmont regional administration, ITS institutions, and prospective students and workers in the region.
Likely next: Funds will be disbursed to participating ITS foundations starting in early 2027, with enrollment for the new courses opening in the autumn 2026 term.
The Piedmont regional government has increased its allocation for the ITS (Istituti Tecnici Superiori) system from €42 million to €48 million for the 2026‑2029 period and will start 61 additional ITS courses. This move expands publicly funded vocational training aimed at meeting regional skill demands in manufacturing and technology sectors. While the funding boost is modest in national terms, it signals a continued commitment to aligning education with local industry needs.
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- — Il Piemonte aumenta le risorse per il sistema degli Its, al via 61 corsi (Il Sole 24 Ore — Economia)
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- Il Piemonte aumenta le risorse per il sistema degli Its, al via 61 corsi — Il Sole 24 Ore — Economia