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TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING is a core priority for the government, with the number of young people entering the TVET system expected grow within the coming years, the challenge is how to ensure that the TVET system is ‘fit for purpose’ and the poor perceptions of TVET as an educational second choice changes.   

Speech of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said at the opening of the 5th Term of The Council of Oman 31st October 2011

“We have always affirmed our continued attention to the development of human resources and we said that these resources take top priority in our plans and programmes as the human being is the cornerstone of every development structure and a pivotal component around which all types of development revolve as their ultimate goal is the happiness of the individual, providing him with a means of a decent living and guaranteeing his security and safety.”

Education in Oman
Read more about the various strands of education in Oman.
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Learn more about Oman's industry, development and labour market.
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