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United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) was created when seven Gulf emirates merged in 1971. The Head of State is elected by the Supreme Council of the hereditary rulers of the states, and serves for five years. The current Head is Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nahayan who is ruler of Abu Dhabi.

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Main Titles
Overview of VET system
Social trends
National Vocational Education and Training strategy
Key bodies
Qualifications and accreditation
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Overview of vocational education training system
An introduction to the key features of the country’s vocational education and training system. Learn more.
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Social trends
Find out more about the main trends in fields such as demographics, education, employment and economics.
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National Vocational Education Training Strategy
An introduction to the country’s strategic approach to vocational education and training. Read more.
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Key bodies
Learn more about the leading organisations and departments in the skills sector.
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Qualifications and accreditation
Learn more about the main types of qualifications in the vocational education and training sector and how they are accredited.
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