Introduction. The continuity of educational programmes, particularly in the vocational education system, is a key issue. If sequential educational programmes are not interconnected and continuity is lacking, students must repeatedly ‘start from scratch’. Continuity allows you to rely on previously acquired knowledge, skills, competencies or formed personal qualities. Educational continuity is  a non–linear phenomenon. Discussions on  continuity typically focus on  content-related aspects, but in  today’s context, this alone is insufficient to address the challenges of vocational education, since vocational education serves as a tool for changing the social role of a person. That is why it has become relevant to talk about other, not content-related areas and levels of continuity. 

Aim. The aim of this study is to identify the various foundations of continuity in general, vocational, and additional professional education programmes. 

Methods. The study employs methods of generalised analysis of normative documents, systematising relevant legal information, and reviewing scientific and methodological sources within the framework of ensuring continuity across different levels of education programmes. 

Results. Information on various approaches to ensuring educational continuity is systematised using training models for public administration specialists as an example. 

Scientific novelty. The analysis revealed that, beyond content-related continuity of educational programmes, there are at least two additional approaches, one focused on the process of  human (student) development, and the other on  the sequence of  stages of continuing education. 

Practical significance. The data presented in  the article can be  used by  developers of basic and additional educational programmes, and organisers of vocational education and training of civil servants.

Introduction. The federal project “Professionalitet” provides new opportunities for improving cooperation between colleges and employers, including vocational education institutions and partner enterprises, in developing graduates’ readiness for professional activity while considering the specifics of  a given production. The effectiveness of  these improvements depends on  the understanding of  the content and structure of  such readiness. Insufficient study of  the features of  its formation in  the conditions of a new educational format determines the need for theoretical understanding of this phenomenon and identification of its key components. 

Aim. To refine the definition of college graduates’ readiness for professional activity at a partner enterprise, determine its structure, and establish its role within the educational programme for readiness development in the Professionalitet framework. 

Methods. The primary methods used include the analysis of scientific publications and normative documents on the research topic, as well as content analysis of the competency model and graduate competency profile for secondary vocational education specialties. 

Results. The study clarifies the concept of “college graduates’ readiness for professional activity at  an industrial partner enterprise within the Professionalitet framework.” The structural units of the curriculum recommended for developing this readiness are also determined. 

The scientific novelty of the study lies in identifying and theoretically substantiating the components of  college graduates’ readiness for professional activity, namely motivational, cognitive, activity-based, and reflexive. 

The practical significance lies in the potential application of these results to enhance the training of future college graduates within the Professionalitet framework, ensuring alignment with the specific demands of their future workplaces.

Introduction. The shortage of  engineering personnel has remained a  pressing issue for many years. Despite an  increase in  state-funded university places for engineering programmes, the number of applicants continues to decline. In recent years, there has been growing attention to career guidance at the general education level. A special role is played by the subject ‘Industrial Arts’, which has the most extensive and practice-oriented career guidance component. An important task is to organise effective interaction between enterprises and educational organisations in the formation of the content of this subject. 

The aim of the article is to present a functional model of integrated collaboration between educational organisations and enterprises in the real sector of the economy, taking into account prospective personnel needs. 

Methods. The research methodology involved analysing the factual basis of collaboration between enterprises and educational institutions by summarizing current trends and examining existing models of cooperation. 

Results. The study identifies key conditions necessary for engaging all relevant stakeholders in addressing the challenge of training highly qualified specialists. These stakeholders include regional executive authorities, leading industrial enterprises, and both general and additional education institutions. 

Scientific novelty. A functional model of interaction between industrial enterprises, educational organisations and regional government authorities is proposed. 

Practical significance. The implementation of the proposed model of interaction will create the conditions necessary for advancing technical education in general education institutions, ensuring that each student has the opportunity to  develop foundational work-related skills in a regionally relevant professional field.

Introduction. The importance of vocational education in modern times is steadily increasing. However, there remains a  discrepancy between vocational education and labour market needs, as  noted by  employers. Consequently, there is  a growing need to improve workforce qualifications. The example of the European Union demonstrates that, despite efforts to create a unified labour market, significant imbalances in worker qualifications persist across EU countries. 

Aim. A study of the imbalance in the qualifications of young professionals and its economic consequences for labour markets in foreign countries. 

Methods. An analysis of data from statistical sources and scientific studies that examine approaches to assessing the excess or insufficiency of young specialists’ qualifications. 

Results. Various approaches to assessing disparities in the qualifications of young specialists are presented. The economic consequences of  labour market imbalances are revealed. The significance of qualification imbalances and vocational education for the economies and labour markets of different countries is highlighted. 

Practical significance. The results of the study can be used by specialists in the field of education management, heads of educational organisations, employers, representatives of the expert community in order to improve the effectiveness of personnel training and develop the resource potential of young specialists.

Introduction. Workforce availability in  regional healthcare in  the Russian Federation represents one of the most complex structural challenges in public administration and social policy. This is a multifaceted issue, influenced by numerous factors that collectively impact the quality and accessibility of healthcare services for the population. 

Aim. The aim of the study is to propose approaches to solving the problem of staff shortage in the sphere of regional health care. 

Methods. A comprehensive approach was employed to achieve the study’s objective, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative methods of analysis. The research was conducted in several stages, including data collection and processing, analytical work, and the assessment and interpretation of the obtained results. 

Results. The study formulates and specifies proposals for a  comprehensive solution to the staffing shortage in regional healthcare, including increasing wages, improving working conditions, ensuring social guarantees, developing professional training programmes and implementing innovative. 

Scientific novelty. The scientific novelty of the research lies in an interdisciplinary approach to forecasting workforce changes in healthcare through a human resource management model that integrates financial, organisational, and technological tools. 

Practical significance. The practical significance of the research lies in the development of recommendations for government authorities and healthcare institution managers aimed at improving the staffing situation in regional healthcare.

Introduction. Digital transformation is a new stage in the development of accounting caused by  the active implementation of  innovative technologies and artificial intelligence (AI). This process leads to the gradual development of many accounting functions by automated systems. In the context of growing automation and digitalisation, there is a need to rethink the accountant’s profession. 

Aim. The aim of this study is to identify the key changes in the accountant’s profession under digitalisation. 

Methods. Methods include content analysis of  scientific publications (RSCI) over the past five years, before and after the introduction of digital technologies. The results are visualised. 

The results of the study show that the introduction of AI shifts the focus of an accountant’s work from routine operations to data analytics and interaction with IT systems. Accountants need new skills in working with big data and understanding the principles of AI. 

The scientific novelty of the study lies in the proposed digital accounting model, which integrates AI and analytical modules. This model may serve as a foundation for enterprises transitioning to digital solutions. 

The practical significance of  this study lies in  deepening the understanding of  how the accounting profession is transforming under the influence of new technologies and what steps are necessary for implementing these changes.

Introduction. Amid rapid changes in the labour market, the importance of ‘soft skills’ is growing, making them a key factor for success in professional activities with increased automation and digitalisation of work processes. However, the challenge of assessing soft skills poses barriers to the effective planning of educational programmes and recruitment strategies. 

Aim. Identification of problems related to the assessment of soft skills in the educational and professional fields, and the proposal of possible solutions. 

Methods. The study used comparative analysis of existing approaches to soft skills assessment in educational programmes and recruitment processes, based on both Russian and international practices. 

Results. Key issues identified include the low standardisation of assessment methods and the lack of objective metrics. The introduction of comprehensive techniques is recommended, incorporating elements such as real-work simulations, group projects, gamified formats, and automated behaviour analysis. 

Scientific novelty. This study presents a systematic approach to addressing these challenges by integrating educational and professional methods of soft skills assessment. 

Practical significance. The results of the study can be used to improve educational programmes of vocational training, including the training of professional skills assessment specialists.

Introduction. The need for this research arises from a  paradoxical situation: the passive attitude of  students towards physical education, despite state policies aimed at strengthening public health through physical culture and sports. The relevance of this study is  determined by  the necessity of  finding effective approaches to  organising independent work in  courses on  physical education, considering the digitalisation of education and the lifestyle of today’s generation. 

Aim. To  develop a  technology for organising independent work within courses in physical education and sports that enhances students’ motivation to lead a healthy lifestyle and engage in regular physical activity. 

Methods. The research is  based on  theoretical methods (analysis of  normative and psychological-pedagogical literature) and empirical methods (pedagogical experiment, questionnaires, interviewing). In  the 2022-2023 academic year, a  pedagogical experiment was conducted with the participation of  172 first-year students to  assess the effectiveness of blog technologies in the formation of motivation to lead a healthy lifestyle and study physical education. 

Result. The technology of  organising independent work within courses in  physical education and sport by means of educational blogs has been developed and introduced into the educational process. The results of  the pedagogical experiment testify to  its effectiveness. 

Scientific novelty. The study presents algorithms for organising students’ independent work through the creation of  individual research projects using personal educational blogs. 

Practical significance: The results obtained can be  applied in  the organisation of independent work within courses in physical education and sports in universities.