Project line: Offer Diversification

This project direction is designed to help vocational education schools become confident players in the labor market by aligning their educational offerings with the needs of its participants through the synchronization of professional and educational standards.

Objectives:

• Enhancing the capacity of institutions to navigate local labor markets, independently identify qualification needs, and make decisions on developing and launching relevant educational offerings.
• Increasing the number of adults, both men and women, acquiring qualifications that meet labor market demands.
• Improving the qualifications of vocational training instructors.
• Supporting the establishment and operation of qualification centers for validating skills gained through careers or non-formal education.
• Assisting employer organizations in the development of professional standards.

Sub-Directions:

1. Developing Skills to Analyze Local Labor Markets

This sub-direction aims to improve the marketing awareness of vocational education leaders through training based on the Labor Market Navigator.

2. Facilitating Short-Term Microqualification Courses

This sub-direction provides organizational support to pilot institutions in designing and launching short-term courses aligned with market needs.

3. Upskilling Educators and Vocational Training Instructors

Vocational training instructors and specialized subject teachers participate in conferences, masterclasses, and seminars led by business representatives to learn how to use modern equipment and technologies.

4. Supporting Qualification Centers

Focused on developing test samples, evaluation materials, and staff training, this sub-direction ensures the validation of skills gained through careers or informal learning.

5. Assisting Employer Organizations in Developing Professional Standards

This involves researching labor market needs, communicating with the National Qualifications Agency, and forming working groups to draft professional standards.

Indicators:

• Vocational education schools independently analyze labor markets and prioritize educational offerings.
• Men and women gain access to educational opportunities that enhance their employability, enabling employers to fill positions with skilled professionals.
• Educators are familiar with modern technologies and materials and pass this knowledge on to students.
• Individuals with skills gained through self-learning or workplace experience can validate their qualifications and receive official documentation.
• Employer organizations, in collaboration with educators and stakeholders, create professional standards that align with labor market needs.