Quality assurance in workplace-based technical and vocational education and training and industrial attachments in a perspective of the qualifications framework : the prospectus

Abstract

„Following international developments and aspirations to improve the TVET sectors around the globe in anticipation of major technological change and increased international competition; the Government of Kenya appreciates the key function played by TVET Institutions and Technical Universities in imparting technical and hands-on skills that is prerequisite for priority sectors in attainment of Kenya Vision 2030 and the “Big Four Agenda”. The Technology and innovation are prerequisites for the youth unemployment, motivation for entrepreneurship, creation of wealth as well as the building and development of human resources required for the transition for industrialization and knowledge-based economy, cannot be underestimated. To this end, Vision 2030 and the “Big Four Agenda” are strategic milestones required in line with the national development agenda. The Vision 2030 proposes the intensification of the application of hands-on skills to increase industrial output and productivity in terms of added value and quality. Kenya has highly cherished the necessity for innovation and technology as key drivers for socio-economic development. This has been the magic behind the massive economic growth and development of the Southeast Asian Tigers (Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea and Taiwan) and other economic powers, such as India and China. Kenya is seen by many as a powerhouse of Africa and this is true from many perspectives. For Kenya the time has come to capitalise on its potential and to catch up with the most advanced economic powers around the globe. Achieving this, Kenya will be well-placed to actively participate in the expected sustainable economic rising of Sub-Saharan Africa.“ (authors‘ abtract; BIBB-Doku)