Highlights of the Third Quarter of 2026
Statement Issued by the Egyptian TVET Quality Assurance and Accreditation Authority (ETQAAN)
ighlights of the Third Quarter of 2026
As part of its continued efforts to support and develop the quality of the TVET system, the Egyptian TVET Quality Assurance and Accreditation Authority (ETQAAN), under the chairmanship of Prof. Mohamed Mousa Emarah, continued throughout the second quarter of 2026 to implement a wide range of activities and events that reflected the growing role of the Authority at both the national and international levels, in line with its mandate and in support of the objectives of Egypt Vision 2030.
About specialized events and conferences, ETQAAN Authority took part in a number of major events, including the Edu TECH Egypt Summit 2026, an international exhibition and summit focusing on technological education, technical training, and career pathways, which is considered one of the prominent events concerned with the development of education and technology.
The Authority also participated in the Eighth International Conference of the National Authority for Quality Assurance and Accreditation of Education (NAQAAE), themed “Micro-Credentials and the National Qualifications Framework – Bridges Across Borders” These participations provided an opportunity to showcase the Authority’s efforts to support the quality of Technical and Technological Education and strengthen communication with educational institutions, experts, and local and international partners.
At the international and regional level, ETQAAN Authority held many meetings with Arab and international entities, including the Korea University of Technology and Education (KOREATECH), the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Egypt, Pearson, the European Commission, and (GIZ).
The Authority also held meetings with a number of Saudi investors and business representatives who own private technical education institutions and vocational training centers. The meetings focused on exploring avenues for joint cooperation, leveraging international expertise to develop the quality assurance and accreditation system, supporting investment in Technical and Technological Education, and linking its outcomes to the requirements of the local and international labor markets.
The Authority continued to strengthen cooperation with national entities. The Chairman of ETQAAN Authority held meetings with H.E. the Minister of Labor to accelerate the implementation of the cooperation protocol concluded between the two sides and discuss the establishment and activation of an integrated quality assurance system within the Ministry’s vocational training centers, as well as private vocational training centers.
He also met with H.E. the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research to discuss the development of the quality assurance and accreditation system for Technical and Technological Education. In addition, meetings were held with representatives of a number of national institutions and entities, including the Productivity and Vocational Training Department, the Federation of Egyptian Industries, and the Therapeutic Institution, as part of efforts to coordinate efforts, exchange expertise, support the TVET system, and strengthen partnerships with relevant stakeholders.
The Authority implemented many specialized training programs for its staff. These included a program aimed at enhancing employees’ English communication skills in line with workplace requirements, in cooperation with the British Council, as part of its commitment to developing the capacities of its personnel
About Authority’s digital transformation plan, a number of its employees also participated in a specialized training program on the Worldwide Instructional Design System (WIDS) platform. The program aimed to enhance their capacity to use platforms for developing competency-based educational programs aligned with labor market requirements, thereby supporting institutional performance development within the Authority.
In addition, a specialized training program was implemented for employees of the Financial Affairs Department on the electronic financial systems of the Ministry of Finance, delivered by specialized experts from the Ministry. The program contributed to enhancing financial performance efficiency and advancing digitalization within the Authority.
Concerning the specialized training programs delivered by ETQAAN Authority, the Authority continued to expand the implementation of its training programs across different governorates. The programs extended to 17 governorates across Upper and Lower Egypt, reflecting the Authority’s commitment to promoting a culture of quality and accreditation, building capacities on a broad geographical scale, and supporting the readiness of Technical and Vocational Education and Training institutions to apply for accreditation.
As for ETQAAN Authority’s achievements in the accreditation of educational and training institutions and programs, the Authority granted the Military Technological College an institutional accreditation certificate valid for three years, making it the first technological college to obtain institutional accreditation from ETQAAN Authority.
In the Vocational Training Sector, ETQAAN Authority granted the Technological Institute for Construction and Management, affiliated with the Arab Contractors Company, an institutional accreditation certificate. The Authority also granted program accreditation to the “Preparation and Qualification of Technical Execution Supervisor” program at the Institute, making it the first program in the Vocational Training Sector to receive program accreditation from ETQAAN Authority.
These achievements represent a significant step in the development of the quality of Technical and Vocational Education and Training institutions and programs and reaffirm ETQAAN Authority’s role in establishing an accreditation system based on national and international standards.
Prof. Mohamed Mousa Emarah, Chairman of the Board of Directors of ETQAAN Authority, affirmed that the achievements made during the second quarter of 2026 reflect the Authority’s continued efforts to expand the scope of its work at both the national and international levels through strengthening strategic partnerships, actively participating in specialized forums, investing in the development of its personnel, and expanding the implementation of training programs across the governorates.
He also noted that the Authority will continue its efforts during the coming period to develop the quality assurance and accreditation system and enhance the competitiveness of Technical and Vocational Education and Training, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals and the objectives of Egypt Vision 2030.