Get your diploma recognised

If you have completed your vocational training in another country, you can have the «value» of your diploma assessed in Switzerland. There are various Recognition Authorities for foreign qualifications and professions. Depending on whether your profession is regulated or not, the recognition procedure may vary:

• If you wish to practise a regulated profession, a recognition (i.e. certificate of equivalence) is required. You can find a list of regulated professions on: www.sbfi.admin.ch.
  
• If you wish to practise a non-regulated profession, recognition of the foreign diploma is not necessary. In this case, the diploma provides direct access to the labour market. However, the State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation SERI recommends obtaining a statement of comparability. This kind of statement rates the foreign diploma in comparison with the Swiss educational system.
  

The Department of Education itself does not recognise diplomas or professional qualifications. Depending on your profession, you will need to apply to one of the following Recognition Authorities: