VTC

Innovator: Mousa Sweidat

Organisation: VTC, Amman

Description of the practice:

The Vocational Training Corporation (VTC) in Jordan is a governmental organization established to provide vocational and technical training for young men and women. The main goal of the VTC is to prepare a skilled workforce that meets the needs of the job market by offering practical training programs in various trades. These programs cover multiple fields such as mechanics, electricity, carpentry, welding, beauty, tailoring, computing, and information technology.

**Trades offered by the VTC:**
The VTC provides training programs in several areas, including:
- **Mechanical Maintenance**: Such as automotive repair and heavy machinery maintenance.
- **Electricity and Electronics**: Training in installing and maintaining electrical systems.
- **Beauty and Hairdressing**: Teaching skills in hair cutting, skincare, and makeup.
- **Handicrafts**: Including carpentry, welding, and tailoring.
- **Technology**: Web design, network management, and IT-related skills.

**Benefits of training at the VTC:**
1. **Workforce Preparation**: The VTC offers hands-on programs that prepare trainees for direct entry into various industrial and craft sectors.
2. **Reducing Unemployment**: By training youth in professions that are in demand, the VTC helps decrease unemployment rates.
3. **Practical Skill Development**: The focus on practical skills ensures that trainees are equipped to handle everyday challenges in their professions.
4. **Recognized Certification**: The VTC provides certificates that are recognized both nationally and internationally, offering greater job opportunities locally and abroad.
5. **Entrepreneurship Support**: The VTC encourages trainees to start their own small businesses in their respective fields, fostering entrepreneurial growth.

The VTC plays a crucial role in empowering individuals by equipping them with the necessary skills to contribute to the local economy. It also helps improve livelihoods by providing stable job opportunities and sustainable avenues for personal and professional development.