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Opinions for Enhancing Employment Pathways for VET Graduates: A Case Study of the Mechanics’ Trade Program in Lindi and Mtwara VETA Centres1

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  • Atuwene Peter

    (Department of Curriculum and Instruction, School of Education, Sokoine University of Agriculture, P.o.box.3038 Morogoro-Tanzania)

  • Dr Athman K. Ahmad

    (Department of Agricultural Extension and Community Development. Sokoine University of Agriculture, P.o.box.3000 Morogoro-Tanzania.)

  • Dr James A. Nyangas

    (Department of Educational Psychology and Counselling, Sokoine University of Agriculture, P.o.box.3035 Morogoro-Tanzania.)

Abstract

This study aimed to examine strategies to enhance the employability of graduates from the mechanic trade program at VET centres in Lindi and Mtwara, focusing on bridging the gap between VET education and workforce integration. The study employed qualitative methods, including interviews with graduates and employers and focus groups with continuing trainees, and analysed the data thematically. The findings revealed that VET programs address employer needs, provide career guidance, and offer internship opportunities or industrial attachment, all of which are important in imparting hands-on skills required by the labour market. However, challenges such as discrimination, bribery, and outdated equipment were also revealed. The study recommends aligning VET curricula with industry demands, increasing collaboration between VET institutions and employers, enhancing career guidance services, introducing anti-discrimination policy changes, and anti-bribery laws, promoting gender inclusivity, and modernising training equipment. These recommendations are intended to improve VET strategies, reduce unemployment, and enhance economic output by equipping young people with market-relevant skills.

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  • Atuwene Peter & Dr Athman K. Ahmad & Dr James A. Nyangas, 2024. "Opinions for Enhancing Employment Pathways for VET Graduates: A Case Study of the Mechanics’ Trade Program in Lindi and Mtwara VETA Centres1," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(11), pages 3174-3184, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:8:y:2024:i:11:p:3174-3184
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    1. Naila Bano & Siliu Yang & Easar Alam, 2022. "Emerging Challenges in Technical Vocational Education and Training of Pakistan in the Context of CPEC," Economies, MDPI, vol. 10(7), pages 1-16, June.
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