The objects of the Institute shall be to
(a) promote excellence in technical and vocational education
and training;
Acts 2009 617
(b) promote research and enhance knowledge in technical
and vocational education and training;
(c) increase access to... <show more>
The objects of the Institute shall be to
(a) promote excellence in technical and vocational education
and training;
Acts 2009 617
(b) promote research and enhance knowledge in technical
and vocational education and training;
(c) increase access to technical and vocational education and
training through the setting up of training centres;
(d) promote exchange programmes and courses with other
institutions in technical and vocational education and
training;
(e) assist in the apprenticeship of persons who are, or will
be, employed in commercial, technical and vocational
fields.
Functions of Institute
The Institute shall have such functions as are necessary to
further its objects most effectively and shall, in particular
(a) develop and conduct technical and vocational education
and training programmes and courses;
(b) provide research and training activities in technical and vocational education and training;
(c) engage in research activities in technical and vocational education and training;
(d) provide consultancy services in the field of technical and vocational education and training;
(e) set up training centres for technical and vocational
education and training;
(f) review and develop curricula in technical and vocational
education and training based on national standards registered under the National Qualifications Framework;
(g) safeguard and market the intellectual property rights and products of the Institute;
(h) award certificates and diplomas, or any other technical
and vocational qualifications;
(i) establish exchange programmes and courses with any
other institution in technical and vocational education and
training;
(j) co-operate with other institutions having objects wholly
or partly similar to those of the Institute;
(k) advise the Minister on all matters pertaining to technical and vocational education and training.
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