ETQAAN Authority and the Productivity and Vocational Training Department Discuss Accreditation Plans for Affiliated Programs and Centers
ETQAAN Authority and the Productivity and Vocational Training Department Discuss Accreditation Plans for Affiliated Programs and Centers
s part of Egypt’s efforts to enhance the quality of (TVET) system and strengthen integration among its institutions, Prof. Dr Mohamed Mousa Emarah, Chairman of the Egyptian TVET Quality Assurance and Accreditation Authority (ETQAAN), met with Mr. Ahmed Rizk, Head of PVTD at the Ministry of Industry, to discuss ways to activate the cooperation protocol signed between the two parties.
The meeting addressed mechanisms for implementing the provisions of the cooperation protocol related to quality assurance and accreditation, in a manner that contributes to improve the performance of educational and training institutions and their programs, while strengthening their capacity to meet labor market requirements and the needs of various productive sectors.
In this context, the two parties discussed a plan to accredit the educational and training institutions and programs affiliated with the Department. This step aims to embed the application of quality and accreditation standards and enhance the quality of the educational and training services provided.
The meeting also reviewed progress in preparing and qualifying staff working at the Department’s Applied Technology Centers. A total of 131 trainees have received training on applying institutional and program accreditation standards, in addition to a program for developing external reviewers’ skills. These efforts support the development of the capacities needed to meet quality requirements and prepare for accreditation.
Both parties emphasized the importance of continuing coordination in the coming period and accelerating the implementation of joint cooperation initiatives. These efforts aim to disseminate the culture of quality and continuous improvement across the TVET system, enhance the efficiency of its outcomes in line with local and international labor market needs, as well as support institutions and programs in applying for accreditation by ETQAAN Authority.