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Vocational Education and Training in Thailand

One of a series of studies on vocational education and training, this review assesses vocational education and training (VET) in Thailand and provides policy recommendations. VET has the potential to provide relevant education and training opportunities to young people and adults in Thailand, especially as the demand for technical skills is high. This can be achieved by building on the strengths of the system, including a strong postsecondary vocational system and a small but dynamic dual system. However, it remains an unattractive option for many students in Thailand, because of a poor image among students and parents, quality issues, a hard-to-navigate system and limited progression pathways. Additional efforts are therefore needed to align the mix of provision with the needs of the Thai labour market. This review provides recommendations on how to improve access to programmes, reduce inequalities in access to high-quality institutions and programmes, make better use of skills intelligence to inform education and training policies, and engage employers in the design and delivery of vocational education and training, including work-based learning.

Published on July 23, 2021

In series:OECD Reviews of Vocational Education and Trainingview more titles

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword
Abbreviations and acronyms
Executive summary
The importance of vocational education and training in the Thai education system and labour market
Improving access and quality of vocational education and training in Thailand
Aligning vocational education and training with labour market needs in Thailand
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