International cooperation in training high quality human resources
In the context of globalization, the demand for high-quality human resources in the labor market is increasing. To meet market demand, educational institutions in Long An province promote many international cooperation programs, helping learners access modern machinery, improving the competitiveness and contributing to the development of local socio-economic.
Effectiveness of the cooperation program
Last school year, Long An College cooperated with the German International Cooperation Organization (GIZ) to organize mechatronics vocational training according to German standards for 148 students. The cooperation program supported the college in digital transformation, building an open and flexible educational platform; training and fostering managers and lecturers, implementing green vocational education; etc.
Lecturers of Long An College guide mechatronics students to practice on computers
Students will study Mechatronics vocational training for 2.5 years (for college level) and 2 years (for intermediate level) with equipment and training curriculum compiled by experts from the German International Cooperation Organization in cooperation with lecturers of Long An College. Thanks to that, they have the opportunity to access advanced and modern machinery according to German standards. Since signing the cooperation agreement in 2018, the college has received support from Germany of 1.7 million Euros to purchase equipment, train and develop lecturers and managers. The organization also periodically supports the inspection and conversion of training programs according to this national standard roadmap. After graduation, students are awarded a certificate of training in Mechatronics that meets international standards by GIZ, helping students to work in Germany if needed. In addition, Mechatronics is one of the "hot" professions with high demand for labor recruitment in enterprises in the province, especially foreign-invested enterprises.
In addition, the college continues to receive support from the Aus4skill Project of the Australian Government to train Logistics according to Australian standards, thereby improving professional training for lecturers, vocational training for students, meeting the recruitment requirements of enterprises in the province.
Mechatronics students at Long An College learn to use modern machines according to German standards
As a final year student of Mechatronics at Long An College, Nguyen An Nhan (born in 2004, residing in Binh Thanh commune, Thu Thua district) has been interning at Sung Hwa Vina Company Limited (Hoa Binh Industrial Park, Nhi Thanh commune, Thu Thua district) since early on. Nhan said: “The college has created conditions for me to gain practical experience at the enterprise. The work of repairing and maintaining machinery here is not only suitable for my major but also helps me effectively apply the knowledge I have learned. These are the knowledge and skills of using computers, installing electrical circuits, operating milling machines and lathes. Thanks to that, I can quickly adapt to the job. The dynamic working environment at the company also helps me practice many soft skills”.
According to Nhan, in addition to creating internship opportunities, the college also regularly organizes activities such as career counseling and job forums to help students better understand the labor market and find suitable jobs. Nhan excitedly talks about his plans after graduation: "I believe that with the knowledge and skills I have accumulated, I will confidently take on the position of electrical and mechanical designer at the company where I interned after graduation."
Focus on improving the quality of human resources
By September 2024, the province will have 76% of trained workers, of which 34.5% will have degrees and certificates. This is the result of the process of improving the quality of high-quality human resource training in the province, especially through international cooperation programs.
According to the Department of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs, in recent times, the province has had many activities to promote cooperation with foreign countries, territories and localities, especially investment cooperation with Japan, Korea, Taiwan (China) in the field of vocational education and employment. Thereby, the training of high-quality human resources is increasingly effective, suitable for the recruitment needs of enterprises in the province and sending workers to work abroad for a limited period. By October 3, 2024, the province sent 477 workers to work abroad, in countries such as Japan, Taiwan (China), Korea, Germany, Australia, etc.
Representative of Esuhai Co. Ltd. consults students of Long An College about the Ibaraki-ken Course
Esuhai Co. Ltd. has been a close partner of the province in supporting training and sending workers to work in Japan for many years. Every year, the company coordinates with Long An College, Long An Employment Service Center, districts, towns, and cities to organize many conferences on enrollment consultation, student classification after graduating from secondary school, high school, job exchanges, and job fairs to introduce the program and implement the project of sending workers to work abroad under contracts of the province for the period 2020-2025.
At Long An College, from the first year, students who are interested will register with the college and take soft skills training classes on industrial style, meeting the needs of employers in the Japanese market. Students can also experience free Japanese classes (2-month and 2-week classes). For final year students, Esuhai Co. Ltd. regularly organizes meetings and exchanges to advise and orient them on jobs in Japan.
According to Deputy General Director of Esuhai Co. Ltd. - Nguyen Xuan Lanh, the company is currently cooperating with Long An College, the Department of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs, and the Ibaraki Provincial Government (Japan) to select students to participate in the Ibaraki-ken Course in Manufacturing. This is a result from the effectiveness of cooperation between Ibaraki and Long An provinces on labor and employment.
Mr. Nguyen Xuan Lanh said: “The Ibaraki-ken Course selects candidates who have graduated from college majoring in Mechanical Equipment Manufacturing, Metal Cutting, Welding, and Mechanical Equipment Installation to work in Ibaraki Province (Japan). Participating students can learn about specialized techniques, professional working style and skills; thinking and management methods; improve foreign language skills; etc with a high monthly income of 28-36 million VND. Students can accumulate up to 800 million VND within 3 years. After returning home, they will have the skills to meet the needs of many Japanese enterprises investing in Long An”. It is expected that from now until mid-2025, the company will continue to deploy and select 150 students to work in Ibaraki Province.
Director of the Department of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs - Nguyen Hong Mai informed: "The Department will strengthen cooperation and association with foreign organizations, especially countries with which the province has signed cooperation agreements to exchange information and experience in teacher training and development; receive and transfer programs and textbooks; implement high-quality vocational training models according to foreign standards, especially in high-tech industries where the province needs human resources"./.
By Hoang Lan - Translated by Q. Thien
Source: https://baolongan.vn/hop-tac-quoc-te-de-dao-tao-nhan-luc-chat-luong-cao-a185319.html
