A Digital Interaction Specialist with a federal vocational diploma (Brevet fédéral) supports the digital transformation of organizations. They plan ICT solutions and oversee their implementation, help teams collaborate in a digital environment, support them through consulting and training on digital products, and monitor and respond to developments in digital technologies.
A Digital Engagement Specialist with a federal vocational diploma (Brevet fédéral) supports organizations through their digital transformation.
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The official duration is 24 months. Blended format: 92 hours of recorded theoretical modules and 182 hours of live online classes, alternating every two weeks. The program culminates in a three-part federal exam, which is taken in person in Switzerland. Requirements for passing: a final grade of ≥ 4.0; Part 1—no lower than 4.0; Parts 2 and 3—no lower than 3.0.
Preparatory course — 8,000 € (4 semesters at 2,000 € each). Federal Exam — 2,900 CHF (official rate for 2026). Late registration — 250 CHF. Application withdrawal fee: 300 CHF (no later than 6 weeks before the exam) or 400 CHF thereafter, if there is a valid reason.
The program's 12 modules cover the competencies of a digital engagement specialist across all three parts of the exam.
Change Management (M633), Data Analysis (M632), Trend Monitoring (M646), Project Management (M690), UX Design and Content Creation (M631, M627).
Tool Assessment (M625), Selection and Management of Digital Channels (M626, M628), Maintenance of the Service Landscape (M634).
Designing Instructional Sequences (M629), Planning and Conducting Interactive Sessions, and Facilitation (M630).
Creating Content for Digital Media (M627) and Designing User-Friendly User Interactions—UX (M631).
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Get adviceUpon successful completion of the federal exam, graduates are awarded the qualification “Professional Bachelor’s Degree, Specialization in Digital Interaction”—a professional with a federal vocational diploma (Brevet fédéral). The exam is administered by the industry organization ICT-Formation professionnelle Suisse, and the qualification is awarded by the Swiss Confederation. SIIL offers a preparatory course for this exam.
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The official duration of the program is 24 months (274 hours of instruction). The federal exam consists of three parts and is taken in person in Switzerland.
Schedule: 92 hours of recorded theory modules and 182 hours of live online classes, alternating every two weeks.
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Admission is possible if one of the following three conditions is met: (a) a CFC in the field of commercial clerk, ICT specialist, mediamatic, or ICT operator (or equivalent) + at least 2 years of work experience involving the use of ICT; (b) a high school diploma (general, specialized, or vocational) or equivalent + at least 3 years of work experience using ICT; (c) a CFC in another program or equivalent + at least 4 years of work experience using ICT. Work experience is counted from the date the diploma was awarded.
Fill out the form on the website—an SIIL academic advisor will contact you to discuss your background and language proficiency (French, German, or Italian; and, starting in 2027, English).
Proof of education (CFC / Matura / equivalent) and professional experience. International applicants are responsible for obtaining their own visas and covering their travel expenses; SIIL can assist with the visa process.
Signing of the contract, access to the SIIL platform, and the start of the preparatory course. Classes begin on February 1, 2027.
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