VET Course

Course Content

1. Introduction to the European VET Framework

• Overview of the European VET principles and its role in vocational education.
• The importance of maintaining high standards in VET.
• Key differences between national and European vocational standards.

2. Internal Auditing in Vocational Education

• The purpose and significance of internal audits in educational settings.
• Understanding audit cycles and processes.
• Internal audit as a tool for continuous improvement in teaching and training.

3. Roles and Responsibilities in Internal Audits

• Identifying the key stakeholders in the internal audit process (teachers, administrators, management).
• Responsibilities of auditors and auditees in vocational training environments.
• How to collaborate effectively during the auditing process.

4. Conducting Internal Audits

• Steps for preparing, executing, and reporting internal audits.
• Analyzing assignment summaries and case studies for practical learning.
• Common challenges in internal auditing and how to overcome them.

5. Evaluating Internal Audit Decisions

• Criteria for assessing the quality and impact of audit decisions.
• How internal audits can lead to better decision-making and curriculum improvements.
• Follow-up actions and continuous improvement plans.

6. Management Expectations in Internal Auditing

• Understanding what management expects from internal audits.
• How to meet and exceed these expectations through effective auditing.
• Reporting audit outcomes and recommendations to management.

7. Quality Assurance in Vocational Education

• Exploring quality assurance processes and their connection to internal audits.
• How to ensure alignment with European VET standards.
• Ensuring continuous quality improvement through regular auditing.

8. Applying Auditing Standards in Practice

• Hands-on assignments to practice internal auditing in vocational contexts.
• How to adapt audit procedures to specific educational environments.
• Case studies focusing on auditing vocational training programs.

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the role of internal audits in vocational education and their importance in quality assurance.
• Identify the roles and responsibilities of various participants involved in the internal audit process.
• Effectively conduct internal audits and apply evaluation methods to ensure high educational standards.
• Build confidence in fulfilling management’s expectations for internal audit reports and decisions.
• Utilize auditing processes to enhance the quality and performance of vocational training programs.
• Align their practices with European VET quality assurance standards and continuously improve their teaching practices.

Target Audience

• Vocational teachers and trainers working in schools, colleges, and training centers.
• Education administrators responsible for quality assurance in vocational education.
• Industry professionals involved in training and development within the vocational sector.
• Educators looking to implement European VET standards in their institutions.

Course Structure

• Location: Amman, Jordan
• Lecturer: Prof. Mike Jabarin, British Academy 1881, UK
• Duration: 40 hours (20 hours of lectures, 20 hours of assignments and practical activities)
• Lectures: Theoretical discussions on internal auditing, quality assurance, and European VET standards.
• Assignments: Practical auditing exercises, evaluation of real-life case studies, and development of audit reports.

This course provides vocational teachers with a comprehensive understanding of European VET standards, internal audits, and quality assurance practices essential for improving educational outcomes and aligning with international benchmarks.