Question

Can I get a job after getting training in skills programme organized by NAVTEC?

Answer

NAVTEC’s skill development training programmes are aimed at enhancing the skills of Pakistani youth.  Such training would enhance your skills which will help you in getting a better paid job both in Pakistan and abroad.  Track record shows that persons who attended NAVTEC training have got jobs soon after such training.

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Will I get a certificate for the NAVTEC training?

Answer

Yes, all successful participants of NAVTEC skill development courses are awarded certificates.  These certificates are recognized in Pakistan and abroad.

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Do I need to pay any fee to the participating institution of NAVTEC skills training programme?

Answer

No, all these skills development courses are initiated on the directive of the President and under Prime Minister’s initiative for skills development.  NAVTEC pay on your behalf to the participating institution all admission and other fees.  Moreover, all participants are paid a monthly stipend of Rs. 1000/-

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Do all students get admission in the courses advertised by NAVTEC and collaborating institutions?

Answer

The participating technical and vocational training institutions cannot accommodate all the students who apply for training. In case many students apply for a course, the admission is done on the basis of merit and interview.

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In which cities are the skills development courses organized?

Answer

Skills development courses are organized in all major cities of Pakistan, from Chitral to Karachi, from Lahore to Peshawar and from Faisalabad to Quetta. For information about new or ongoing courses, please visit the courses section of this website.

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What are the subject areas / priority sectors for the skills development courses

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NAVTEC, in collaboration with best technical and vocational training institutions, organize courses in the sectors where there is a skills shortage or those sectors which have the potential for job creation. For example construction sector, hospitality & tourism sector, dairy & livestock, retail & marketing, medical technology, nursing, etc. NAVTEC also organize special courses for women such as front desk assistant / receptionist, accounts assistant, beautician, dress designing & making, AutoCAD, and office automation & management.

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Will NAVTEC establish new institutions to ensure geographical coverage throughout Pakistan?

Answer

In line with the government’s vision to ensure geographical coverage of technical and vocational training institutions at district and tehsil levels, the provincial bodies established for promotion of technical education and vocational training will establish technical education and vocational training institutions in existing government buildings.  NAVTEC will provide necessary support to those provincial bodies.

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What role will NAVTEC play for revamping TVET sector?

Answer

At present our technical and vocational education and training (TVET) is not according to the market needs.  Our economy now needs skilled people who can compete in the globalized world.  NAVTEC therefore plans to revise the curricula, devise skills standards and certification, train the trainers, and establish centres of excellence in sectors which can lead to further economic development.  This will produce a human resource base that is responsive to the national and international demands for skilled manpower.

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Is NAVTEC a training provider?

Answer

No, NAVTEC is not a training provider.   To overcome the shortage of skilled labour, NAVTEC collaborates with best TVET institutions organize training programmes. These training programmes are carried out under the directive of the President and the Prime Minister’s initiative for skills development.