Skill up – Werk klaar

There are many solid ways to build a stable life in the Netherlands. Not everyone follows the same path — and that’s a good thing. Skill up – Werk klaar is a practical event focused on real opportunities, real training, and real stories from people doing the work every day.

You’ll hear what it actually takes to get started, how qualifications are recognized, and where support exists if you’re entering with limited or foreign experience.

Program
15:00: Welcome & check-in
15:15: Zorg.
Support roles in care with practical insights into pathways, expectations in care settings, plus useful language and tips.
16:00: Break
16:05: Plumbing & installation.
Where beginners can start, with clear guidance on what it takes to enter and grow in plumbing and related installation trades.
16:50: Break
17:00: Electricians & CV systems.
Clear pathways for people with limited, foreign, or non-formal experience, with practical advice on recognition, entry routes, and moving forward.
17:30: Break
17:40: Working in Dutch shops.
Customer-facing roles explained — contracts, expectations, and how to succeed and grow in retail and service environments.
18:15: CV tips.
Practical guidance on presenting your skills clearly — whether your experience is limited, foreign, or still developing.
18:40: Networking & closure
Come to ask questions, meet people, and leave with clear next steps. No hype — just guidance, community, and practical tools that help you move forward in the Netherlands.

Arrive on time — each session builds on the next, and you won’t want to miss them.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Career Advancement Network