Vocational study abroad - a path outside of university

Students who want to study abroad can learn German at THT Education Joint Stock Company (Hac Thanh ward).

In 2023, after graduating from high school and being admitted to the University of Natural Resources and Environment, Le Quynh Nga, born in 2005 (Nam Sam Son ward) decided to change direction, not going to university but instead preparing to study vocational training in Germany. Quynh Nga's direction is a new choice, with a practical mindset, instead of the university path which is considered "traditional".

Quynh Nga said: “I chose nursing because this profession is in high demand in Germany, has a stable income, and is suitable for my interest in taking care of others. I started learning German from the end of July 2023 until July 2024 when I registered for the exam and passed the B1 certificate. I just had a Visa interview and am waiting for the results, so I continue to learn German to prepare for the next journeys.”

Currently, in Germany, the "dual" study abroad program (study and work) stands out with a 3-year model of both studying theory at school and doing practical work at a business. Students are paid from 900 - 1,200 euros/month (about 25 - 35 million VND), enough to cover their living expenses. After graduation, if they meet the standard conditions, students will be retained to work and have the opportunity to settle down.

Ms. Nguyen Nguyen Ngoc, Head of Admissions Department, THT Education Joint Stock Company (Hac Thanh Ward), said: "In recent years, the number of students choosing to learn German has increased significantly, especially in the group wanting to study vocational training in Germany."

In addition to language, Ms. Nguyen Ngoc emphasized that psychological factors and life skills are also necessary provisions when studying vocational training in Germany: “German is a difficult language, requiring students to study seriously, persistently believe in their choice. Besides, when going to Germany, you also need to fully prepare the necessary skills to be independent, communicate, work in groups, handle arising situations... In addition, it is also indispensable to understand German culture to avoid "shock" and integrate well in the new dynamic environment."

Similarly, Le Thuc Dat (Tan Ninh commune), after graduating from high school in 2024, also chose to study Japanese at Soman International Human Resources Training and Supply Joint Stock Company (Hac Thanh ward) to study abroad under the Tokutei vocational training program in Japan.

Vocational study abroad - a path outside of university

Young people in Japanese class at Soman International Human Resources Training and Supply Joint Stock Company (Hac Thanh ward).

Thuc Dat shared: “After carefully researching information through many different channels such as Facebook, TikTok and through career orientation programs at school, I learned that in Japan, the specific skills program (Tokutei Gino) was implemented since 2019 to attract skilled technical workers from other countries, commonly in the fields of nursing, mechanics, restaurants, agriculture , construction... Vietnam is one of the countries with a large number of vocational students and technical interns in Japan, so I chose to study vocational training in Japan. I found that this program is cheap, with a price starting from only 60 million VND. In addition, following this program, I also have many career development opportunities with high income, good treatment, long-term stay, job transfer within the same industry and can sponsor relatives if I take the exam to Tokutei Gino 2”.

The story of Quynh Nga and Thuc Dat is no longer unique. Nowadays, vocational training in developed countries has been known and chosen by many young people because the "dual" training program brings many practical benefits, opening up a path to study abroad with low cost and efficiency.

Ms. Le Thi Hanh Thu (Hac Thanh ward) has a child studying Japanese to prepare for vocational study abroad, shared: “At first, I wanted my child to go to university like his peers because society still highly values people with degrees, but after consulting and based on my child's learning ability and wishes, I decided to carefully study with my child the conditions as well as the learning and working environment for vocational study abroad. Currently, my child is diligently studying foreign languages and making clear plans for his next projects. My family is very happy to have accompanied him in finding the right direction for him.”

In the past, students dropping out of school to switch to vocational training was often considered "cutting their teeth" or failing. It was not uncommon for many young people to hide their university degrees after graduating from university to work as factory workers in industrial zones. However, nowadays, many young people realize that pursuing a "hot" major, choosing a major to follow friends or to please their parents... will easily lead to a situation of studying perfunctorily, lacking passion and having no specific goals. In the context of the current volatile labor market, the boldness of young people to seek a path more suitable to their abilities and conditions is the solid foundation for sustainable development in the future.

Article and photos: Linh Huong

Source: https://baothanhhoa.vn/du-hoc-nghe-nbsp-loi-re-ngoai-dai-hoc-256635.htm