PVTC replicating CBT in institutes in gradual manner

The Competency Based Training (CBT) programme provides the foundation for the implementation of the National Vocational Qualifications Framework (NVQF). The Punjab Vocational Training Council (PVTC) is replicating the CBT in all its vocational training institutes all over Punjab in gradual manner.
The PVTC is one of the pioneers of vocational training provider, which launched CBT courses in 30 of its vocational training institutes under the ongoing pilot initiative with the assistance of the TVET Reform Support Programme, which was funded by the European Union and the governments of the Netherlands, Germany and Norway. "The replication of the CBT courses to other institutes is in progress, as so far with 20 more institutes the number has already reached to 50," said Shafqat-ur-Rehman, Manager Projects PVTC while briefing a group of journalists at Vocational Training Institute Murree, here on Tuesday.
The introduction of CBT is an important element of the National Skills Strategy (NSS), which is the basis of the ongoing nationwide TVET sector reform in Pakistan. Under this paradigm shift, the training programmes are designed and delivered by adopting a systematic approach, focusing on better employability of the trainees with a strong link to the market. The duration of these new special training programmes ranges between 6-12 months. The CBT programme is also being implemented in 130 TEVT on pilot basis.
Private sector's engagement in the planning and delivery of Technical Education and Vocational Training (TVET) is a key and that is why the PVTC is introducing CBT training courses, which links the training to the market needs, opined Rehman.
Initially the CBT courses are being offered in 14 trades which included Beauty Therapy, Hair Stylist, Skin Care, Computer Operator, Web Designing & Development, Auto-Cade, Graphic Designing, E-Commerce, Heating & Ventilation, AC, Electronics Technician, Building Electrician, Solar Panel Installation, Plumber Solar Panel water Heater installation etc. The duration of these new special training programmes ranges between 6-12 months. Rehman further added that there is a big mismatch in the skills being delivered in the vocational training centres and the ones needed in the industry and with the CBT approach the pass outs will be able to demonstrate the competence needed in the job market.