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NATIONAL VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING STRATEGY - United Arab Emirates
At an early stage in the UAE’s economic development, the Government realized the importance of technical and vocational training for its citizens, both male and female, in order to meet the demands of knowledge and skills based industries and other employers.
Vocational educational training
Vocational Education Training (VET) helps prepare students and adults for the workplace of today by enabling them to acquire the skills that employers need. Find out more on the UAE VET page.
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Higher Colleges of Technology
Read more about the Higher Colleges of Technology offering technically-oriented studies for National students.
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Educational hubs
UAE's goal is to nurture and produce a highly skilled population capable of delivering the products and services that today’s markets need. More interesting facts, figures and links on educational hubs.
Other Vocational Training Providers

Find more about institutions that are meeting the demand for vocational education and training in the UAE.
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Information Society in the UAE
Profile of the information society in the United Arab Emirates.

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