Self-test: Is the "Team leader/team leader in the technical-production sector" course the right one for me?
Analysis of the functions and activities of team leaders in the technical-production sector
For whom is the "Team leader with Swissmem certificate" course suitable?
- Professionals with a technical apprenticeship who have gained initial management experience and would like to gain further qualifications
- People with management tasks in a technical-productive environment
What does the day-to-day work within these functions look like? Which activities are carried out and how often?
Team leaders are no longer solely responsible for their own work performance, but also for shaping the working conditions of others. They plan and organize the work, ensure the provision of materials and equipment, assign the work and check the employees' work reports. As supervisors, they monitor compliance with health and safety regulations, mediate in the event of conflicts or decide on contentious issues. If unforeseen difficulties arise, they work with all those involved to find efficient and feasible solutions. In addition to monitoring work progress and deadlines, they also keep an eye on running costs and ensure effective communication with other stakeholders, superiors, suppliers and customers.
Job descriptions in job advertisements for team leaders:
| Main tasks | Activity in % |
|---|---|
| Personnel management, meetings, discussions | 25 |
| Administration, invoice control, bookkeeping | 25 |
| Work planning and preparation, resource planning, project management | 50 |
The weighting of the individual areas of responsibility can vary greatly depending on the company, sector and job profile.
Typical requirements in job advertisements:
- Completed apprenticeship in a technical profession
- Several years of professional experience in the industry
- First management experience
- Open and communicative nature
- Target and solution-oriented approach
- Interest in management and divisional responsibility
- Confident handling of the common MS Office applications
Question 1:
Do the activities of team leaders with a Swissmem certificate meet my expectations?
Yes, if you like the role of team leader or group leader, you can assume that you are in the right place. The next question is whether this course is the best possible training course for you to acquire the necessary skills.
If you have marked "No", you should consider whether you really want to take on management tasks.
If you have marked "Partly", could it be that you only like some of the tasks and not others? Would you prefer to give technical instructions but not be responsible for disciplining others? Or would you like to lead people but not be responsible for the practical organization of the work and the machines? Or do your strengths lie in planning and organizing, but you are less interested in directing and controlling people?
Depending on the situation, you could take a closer look at some of the following training opportunities:
- Vocational trainer (cert.)(= former master teacher course)
- Operations manager in the electricity sector (certified)
- Electrical team leader VSEI (certified)
- Management courses (cert.)
- Project management (cert.)
- SVEB 1 course for trainers (cert.)
- Building foreman (BP)
- Chief Fitter Heating (BP)
- Chief Ventilation Fitter (BP)
- Head Fitter Sanitary (BP)
- Electrical Project Manager (BP)
- SME Management Specialist (BP)
- Management expert (BP)
- Project Manager Building Services (BP)
- Project Manager Carpentry (BP)
- Project Manager Security Systems (BP)
- Project Manager Solar Installation (BP)
- Process specialist (BP)
- Business Organization Specialist (BP)
- Technical business management assistant (BP)
Course description "Team leader in the technical-production sector with Swissmem certificate"
The most important key points of the "Team leader in the technical-production sector with Swissmem certificate" course are described here:
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Question 2:
Are you generally interested in this course?
If you are interested in this course but answered "Partly" or "No" to question 1, you should try to find out if there are other types of jobs that you could do with this training that you like better than the job profile described in question 1.
If you have already answered "Yes" to question 1, then this course seems to fit your expectations.
If you like the job description under question 1 and you have marked "No" here, you should try to analyze which contents of the course would appeal to you and which would not. And with what you find out, you can look at the following further training opportunities in related fields to see if you can find something that better suits your interests:
- Vocational trainer (cert.)
- Operations manager in the electricity sector (certified)
- Electrical team leader (certified)
- Management courses (cert.)
- Project management (cert.)
- SVEB 1 course for trainers (cert.)
- Building foreman (BP)
- Chief Fitter Heating (BP)
- Chief Ventilation Fitter (BP)
- Head Fitter Sanitary (BP)
- Electrical Project Manager (BP)
- SME Management Specialist (BP)
- Management expert (BP)
- Project Manager Building Services (BP)
- Project Manager Carpentry (BP)
- Project Manager Security Systems (BP)
- Project Manager Solar Installation (BP)
- Process specialist (BP)
- Business Organization Specialist (BP)
- Technical business management assistant (BP)
Prerequisites for admission to the course:
- Apprenticeship qualification with EFZ in a technical profession
- First management experience and proof of management tasks
Question 3:
Do I meet the requirements?
If you meet the requirements, you can start your training at the earliest possible date.
If you have not learned a technical profession, take a look at either the "Team leader in customer service" or "Team leader in the commercial/organizational area" course.
If you do not meet the requirements because you do not yet have any management experience, then you should look at how you can gain the relevant experience first or check whether one of the following further training courses could also be suitable for you:
- Vocational trainer (cert.)
- Operations manager in the electricity sector (certified)
- Electrical team leader (certified)
- Management courses (cert.)
- Project management (cert.)
- SVEB 1 course for trainers (cert.)
- Building foreman (BP)
- Chief fitter for heating, ventilation and sanitation (BP)
- Electrical Project Manager (BP)
- SME Management Specialist (BP)
- Management expert (BP)
- Project Manager Color (BP)
- Project Manager Building Services (BP)
- Project Manager Glass (BP)
- Project Manager Carpentry (BP)
- Project Manager Security Systems (BP)
- Project Manager Solar Installation (BP)
- Process specialist (BP)
- Business Organization Specialist (BP)
- Technical business management assistant (BP)
- Telematics Project Manager (BP)
Financing of further training
The course fees for the "Team leader with Swissmem certificate" course will be invoiced upon invitation to the course.
This includes folders, textbooks and working documents. Additional costs for accommodation and meals, including for courses in hotels, must be paid separately.
Question 4:
Are you in a position to pay CHF 6,700 or CHF 4,400 for the course and teaching materials, or is your company prepared to finance these costs?
If you have marked "Yes" and would even be able to pay the full amount upfront, you may get some additional discount.
If you have marked "Partial" or "No": Ask the schools about the possibility of individual installment payments. Or try to get your employer to make a contribution to your further education costs or find someone in your private social circle who will support your specific further education project with a loan. There are also banks and credit institutions that grant educational loans.
Time spent on classroom teaching and learning (homework)
The course takes place during three individual block weeks.
Between the block weeks, the learning material should be applied and practiced in everyday working life.
Question 5:
Can I cope with the time and effort required for the face-to-face lessons and homework?
If you can manage the workload very easily, you could consider whether you would like to do a slightly more intensive training course that leads to a federal certificate.
If you are short of time, ask your employer for support. And if this is still not enough, you should check whether you can create more freedom in another way. Perhaps someone close to you can take on certain tasks for you for the limited period of your training?
Conclusion
Will I graduate?
There are no examinations during the course or after graduation. Instead, great importance is attached to exchanges within the class and with the instructor, and the diploma is awarded when all course days have been attended.
General success factors that significantly increase the success and value of further training:
- Interest in the topic and high motivation to achieve the goal
- Active participation in lessons
- Preparation and follow-up of the lesson material at home
- Regular application of what you have learned in everyday working life
- Contact and exchange with other participants, lecturers and successful former graduates of the course
Question 6:
Do I have the confidence to complete the course successfully?
If you are confident that you can pass this qualification, the most you can do is consider whether you would like to achieve even better results using suitable learning and working methods or whether you would like to achieve the same results with less effort.
If you are very unsure, you could look into which subjects or topics may have already caused you difficulties in your everyday working life. If these are subjects that are very important in this training, you could discuss with the school or your employer whether there is the possibility of additional support. For example, personal coaching, participation in a mentoring program or a regular exchange with colleagues in the same situation could be helpful.
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Conclusion:
Before you want to complete the "Team leader in the technical-production sector with Swissmem certificate" course, you should be convinced that you really enjoy a management role. The course description should also appeal to you. If you have answered these first two questions with a clear "yes", you can continue to look into this course. If you are unsure about these questions, you should consider which other further training courses are also suitable for you.
If you do not meet the admission requirements because you do not have a Swiss apprenticeship qualification, please contact theAssociationabout your options.
If you do not have a technical apprenticeship qualification or management experience, take a look at other courses or further training in the areas of team leader, group leader, management or leadership.
Financing further training is not always easy. Several thousand francs may have to be paid within a short period of time. Although it is helpful for participants to continue working during the course and thus earn money for the entire duration of the training, this can place a heavy burden on a personal budget. If you are unable to finance the training or the additional costs incurred on your own, it is sometimes possible to obtain a loan from a private source. Some banks and credit institutions also offer educational loans. A good argument for financing further education is the relatively quick amortization of costs through wage increases. Do the following calculation: How much would a wage increase of 10% per year amount to? How many years would you need to recoup the costs of the course? How much more will you earn over your entire working life as a result of this pay rise? In most cases, this is a six-figure sum, which confirms that training or further education is the best personal investment there is.
The time required for training or further education should not be underestimated. Going out, vacations and spontaneous wellness weekends often fall by the wayside. However, this time usually passes relatively quickly. The prospect of better job opportunities and more pay should be motivation enough to get through this time. It often helps to organize yourself into study groups. It also makes sense to stick with it right from the start and schedule fixed study times. Good learning effects can be achieved by creating summaries and mind maps. Flashcard systems help with memorization. There are many tools and ideas to make learning easier. You can obtain the guide "The personal learning strategy" free of charge if you register with a school via Ausbildung-Weiterbildung.ch.
If you have doubts about whether you will pass the final exam, you can expect that every school has an interest in ensuring that as many of your students as possible pass the final exams. Talk to your head teacher or course leader and ask about support options. But with good motivation, perseverance and hard work, it is generally possible to pass these exams. If you suffer from exam anxiety, good preparation, various practical tips, therapeutic treatments or, in severe cases, even medication can help. You can obtain the guide "Overcoming exam anxiety" if you register with a school via Ausbildung-Weiterbildung.ch. Here you will also findsuitable providerson the subject of test anxiety.
The benefits of further training are usually measured in terms of a higher salary, more challenging tasks or promotions. This presupposes that you make an effort to change your professional position accordingly and, if necessary, are able to assert your demands. If you have already experienced that this is not always so easy for you, you could also check whether personal job coaching could be of benefit to you in addition to further training.
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