Dual Vocational Education in Vietnam

Preparing trainees for specific requirements of a firm, requires the practical part to focus more on the period in the company itself. By combining the theory and practice, the integration of the trainee into working processes can be ensured from the beginning. The on-the-job training provides knowledge for each individual business and practical work experience during the training period.

• The number of apprentices to be trained is determined according to the needs of each company.
• Under the direct guidance of the company, the apprentices receive targeted training and are equipped with the necessary skills. This enables companies to secure qualified and highly skilled employees.
• Rejuvenation and specialization of the company's workforce.
• After the training period, companies can assess the trainees' skills and deploy them according to their strengths.
• No time wasted on retraining and induction after the apprentices have completed their training.
• The training program is based on the dual training system of the DIHK - Germany and is tailored to the needs of the companies. During the apprenticeship, trainees have the opportunity to acquire theoretical knowledge and practical work experience at the same time, which increases the flexibility of the workforce.
• Building up and securing a potential employee base for the future of the company.
• As a company with a workforce trained to DIHK standards, the professionalism and competitiveness of the company is increased.

• Apprentices get the opportunity to acquire theoretical knowledge and practical experiences during the training time.
• Apprentices get the insights of the professional working environment as well as the specific job right in the process of vocational training.
• The training company guides and trains the apprentices directly and support them to find their orientation and to strengthen necessary skills.
• The training content is based on the dual vocational training program of German DIHK.
• Apprentices receive monthly salary as well as other benefits according to company policy.
• No additional tuition fee for the dual vocational training program of German DIHK for apprentices
• Graduates have the opportunity to get permanent job at the company after graduation.
• Depending on the training occupation, graduates will receive the diploma in accordance with the training system of Vietnam and vocational certificate according to the German DIHK Standards.

The GIC/AHK Vietnam assumes the role of first contact point, training consultant and coordinator. Moreover, the education quality is ensured by the monitored structure and administration. The scope of services not only include finding of Vietnamese vocational training center as cooperation partner but also advise interested companies with the establishment, development and implementation of suitable training programs in Vietnam. Also, the GIC/AHK Vietnam performs examinations, generates and manages certificates and qualifications based on German DIHK standards. Further on, the GIC/AHK Vietnam acts as consultant of Vietnamese ministries concerning vocational issues. The aim of GIC/AHK Vietnam is to assist companies with the development of qualified specialists by passing on success factors of the German education including a combination between the theoretical training phase and working process in firms.