In the article we present the relevant competence-based approach, its meaning and components; the possibilities for its implementation in special vocational education at the level of content, and the level of organization of educational process in the system of teacher training in terms of standardization. We give some examples of methodological innovation developed by means of competence-based approach and recommended for teacher training.

Keywords: special vocational education, professional development, competence-based approach, methodological innovation.

The article examines the applicability of training on financial literacy in the system of basic education and additional professional education.

Keywords: social competence, literacy, financial literacy, financial safety of a person, development of the basic education, additional professional education.