Chapter 3 · How Sweden is governed
En vuxen ska läsa på komvux i ett klassrum som på bilden. Vilken nivå ansvarar för utbildningen?
An adult will attend komvux (adult education) in a classroom like this. Which level is responsible?
Correct answer: Municipal level
The municipality is responsible for municipal adult education, komvux. Adult education is a local task, distinct from the region’s primary responsibility for healthcare.
Key words
komvux · municipal adult education
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Why this option does not fit
EU-nivå
The EU can influence rules but is not the local body responsible for this service.
Statlig nivå
National rules can affect the service, but the municipality is responsible for local provision.
Regional nivå
The region is mainly responsible for healthcare; this education is municipal.