Shadowing days at Summa
Discover if an MBO program really suits you.
During a shadowing day, you experience what a typical school day looks like. You get to know the study program, the teachers, students, practical training rooms, and the atmosphere at the school.
Available shadowing days
In the calendar, you will find current shadowing days, open days, information evenings, tours, and other study choice activities. For each activity, you can view which study program the shadowing day is for, where it takes place, what time it starts, and whether registration is possible.
What is a shadowing day?
A shadowing day is an introduction to a study program. You visit a Summa location and discover what the program feels like in practice. Depending on the program, you will attend classes, participate in classes, receive a tour, or talk with students and lecturers.
For some study programs, you join a class for a morning or part of a day. For other programs, the shadowing day consists of short lessons, an explanation of the program, and time to ask questions.
Why attend a shadowing day?
A brochure or website provides information. A shadowing day lets you feel whether a program suits you.
During a shadowing day, you will discover:
- What the lessons look like
You will get a better idea of the subjects, assignments, and learning methods. - What the atmosphere is like at school
You see the location on a regular school day. - Whether the practice suits you
Many MBO programs work with practical training rooms, internships, and professional situations. - Who your teachers and fellow students could become
You can ask questions to people who know the program. - Whether your gut feeling is right
After a shadowing day, you often have a better idea of whether you want to continue with this program.
Still no idea which study program suits you?
No problem. Many students do not yet know exactly which study program they want to choose. Summa offers study choice aid, including one study choice test en study choice coachesYou can also compare courses and visit activities such as open days and guided tours.
Frequently asked questions about shadowing days
What is the difference between an open day and a shadowing day?
An open day is broader and introduces you to multiple study programs or locations. A shadowing day is more specific: you experience one study program up close during a regular class or practical day.
What if I don't know yet which study program I want to choose?
Then do the study choice test, compare courses or contact a study choice coach from Summa.
Can I attend multiple shadowing days?
Yes, that is recommended if you are undecided between study programs. This way, you can compare atmosphere, content, and future prospects.
What do you do during a shadowing day?
You attend classes, receive explanations about the program, view practical training facilities, meet teachers and students, and can ask questions.
How long does a shadowing day last?
That varies by study program. Some shadowing days last a morning or afternoon, while other activities last half a day or are scheduled upon request.
Does a shadowing day cost money?
A shadowing day at Summa is always free.
How do I sign up for a shadowing day at Summa?
You sign up via the calendar of shadowing days and activities. There you choose an activity, view the date, time, and location, and enter your details.
Who is a shadowing day intended for?
A shadowing day is intended for students who want to discover whether an MBO program suits them. Parents, guardians, and guidance counselors can also use the information to support the decision-making process.
What is a shadowing day at Summa?
A shadowing day at Summa is an introduction to an MBO (vocational) program. You visit the school, meet teachers and students, and experience what the classes, practical spaces, and atmosphere of the program are like.
What is the difference between an open day and a shadowing day?
An open day is broader and introduces you to multiple study programs or locations. A shadowing day is more specific: you experience one study program up close during a regular class or practical day.
What if I don't know yet which study program I want to choose?
Then do the study choice test, compare courses or contact a study choice coach from Summa.
Can I attend multiple shadowing days?
Yes, that is recommended if you are undecided between study programs. This way, you can compare atmosphere, content, and future prospects.
What do you do during a shadowing day?
You attend classes, receive explanations about the program, view practical training facilities, meet teachers and students, and can ask questions.
How long does a shadowing day last?
That varies by study program. Some shadowing days last a morning or afternoon, while other activities last half a day or are scheduled upon request.
Does a shadowing day cost money?
A shadowing day at Summa is always free.
How do I sign up for a shadowing day at Summa?
You sign up via the calendar of shadowing days and activities. There you choose an activity, view the date, time, and location, and enter your details.
Who is a shadowing day intended for?
A shadowing day is intended for students who want to discover whether an MBO program suits them. Parents, guardians, and guidance counselors can also use the information to support the decision-making process.
What is a shadowing day at Summa?
A shadowing day at Summa is an introduction to an MBO (vocational) program. You visit the school, meet teachers and students, and experience what the classes, practical spaces, and atmosphere of the program are like.
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Are you hesitating between courses or do you not know at all which direction you want to go? Then take the study choice test and talk to our study choice coaches. We are happy to help you on your way.
