Development of Dual TVET Programs in the Georgian ICT Sector
Dual TVET system development and ICT sector modernization
Comprehensive dual TVET programme development contracted by GIZ and KfW, with Indeson collaborating with PEM Consult to systematically modernize Georgia's ICT sector training through consultation with enterprises, VET institutions, and stakeholders for dual TVET curricula design within the NQF framework, comparative analysis of Georgian and German National Qualification Systems, development of ICT teacher training programmes and capacity-building for in-company instructors, launch of accreditation processes with TVET Quality Assurance Framework, and piloting of Workplace Instructor Training courses with focus on project-based, sustainable, and action-oriented teaching approaches that embed digital skills for green transition and align with European competency standards.
Georgia's strategic positioning as a regional ICT hub and its European integration aspirations required comprehensive modernization of technical education to meet growing demand for skilled ICT professionals. The country faced challenges including limited industry-education partnerships, outdated ICT training methodologies, insufficient alignment between VET outputs and private sector requirements, and weak quality assurance mechanisms. The introduction of dual TVET approaches offered opportunities to bridge these gaps by combining theoretical learning with practical workplace experience, while systematic comparison with German best practices could inform effective adaptation to Georgian context.
Systematically develop and implement dual TVET programmes in Georgia's ICT sector through comprehensive consultation with enterprises, VET institutions, and stakeholders to design dual TVET curricula within the National Qualifications Framework, comparative analysis of Georgian and German National Qualification Systems for effective adaptation and finalisation of ICT training regulations, design and delivery of ICT teacher training programmes and capacity-building for in-company instructors and VET examiners, launch of accreditation processes with TVET Quality Assurance Framework, and development and piloting of Workplace Instructor Training courses with focus on project-based, sustainable, and action-oriented teaching approaches that integrate green digital practices and European competency standards.
Specific Objectives:
- 1Develop dual TVET curricula for ICT sector within NQF framework
- 2Conduct comparative analysis of Georgian and German qualification systems
- 3Design ICT teacher training programmes and capacity building
- 4Launch accreditation processes with TVET Quality Assurance Framework
Key Activities
- Consultation with enterprises, VET institutions, and stakeholders to design and implement dual TVET curricula within NQF framework
- Integration of digital skills for green transition and alignment with European competency standards
- Development of industry-relevant training programmes combining theoretical and practical learning components
- Comparative analysis of Georgian and German National Qualification Systems for effective adaptation
- Finalisation of ICT training regulations ensuring labour market relevance and sustainability
- Integration of international best practices with Georgian context and institutional capacity
- Design and delivery of ICT teacher training programmes incorporating modern pedagogical methods
- Capacity-building for in-company instructors and VET examiners in dual training approaches
- Integration of green digital practices and sustainable teaching methodologies
- Launch of accreditation process with TVET Quality Assurance Framework including communication strategy
- Development and piloting of Workplace Instructor Training course with ICT-specific materials
- Focus on project-based, sustainable, and action-oriented teaching approaches
Methodology
Dual TVET system development approach integrating theoretical learning with practical workplace experience and industry-education partnerships
Comparative analysis methodology examining Georgian and German National Qualification Systems for effective adaptation and localization
Multi-stakeholder consultation process engaging enterprises, VET institutions, government agencies, and civil society organizations
Competency-based curriculum design utilizing European Qualifications Framework standards and international best practices
Project-based and action-oriented teaching methodology embedding sustainability principles and green digital transformation concepts
Quality assurance framework implementation ensuring systematic monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement mechanisms
Project Outcomes
Dual TVET curricula successfully developed and implemented within the National Qualifications Framework, embedding digital skills for green transition and achieving alignment with European competency standards through comprehensive stakeholder consultation
Comparative analysis of Georgian and German National Qualification Systems completed, informing effective adaptation and finalisation of ICT training regulations that ensure labour market relevance and long-term sustainability
Comprehensive ICT teacher training programmes delivered with enhanced pedagogical methods and capacity-building for in-company instructors and VET examiners, strengthening overall institutional capacity for dual training delivery
TVET Quality Assurance Framework accreditation process launched with communication strategy and action plan, establishing systematic monitoring and evaluation mechanisms for ongoing programme improvement
Workplace Instructor Training course developed and piloted with ICT-specific materials, incorporating project-based, sustainable, and action-oriented teaching approaches that support green digital transformation objectives
2019-11 to 2019-12
2020-03
2022-01 to 2022-11
GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit)
Lead Client
Development OrganizationKfW (Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau)
Co-Client
Development BankPEM Consult
Technical Implementation Partner
Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia
Primary beneficiary and national counterpart
Georgian VET institutions
Direct implementation beneficiaries
Georgian ICT companies
Industry partners and graduate employers