In order to obtain the Specialised Baccalaureate, a one-year course with additional requirements must be completed. These additional requirements include, depending on the occupational field, among others: traineeships (at least 12 and no more than 40 weeks), individual practical activities (at least 120 lessons) or supplementary general education. The Regulations on the Recognition of Certificates from Upper Secondary Specialised Schools and guidelines issued by the Swiss Conference of Cantonal Ministers of Education (EDK) define the additional requirements for the various occupational fields. A specialised Baccalaureate essay in a selected occupational field must also be completed and presented.