Competency and Readiness of Trainers in Integrating the Employability Skills Into the TVET Training Program

Abstract

This study aims at exploring the competency and readiness of TVET trainers in embedding employability skills in the skill training program. In the implementation of technical and vocational training programs, trainers are the key player at either workplaces or training institutions. Trainers are expected to play an important role as facilitators to develop the employability skills required by the trainees. The findings showed that the experienced trainers and novice trainers who took part in this study showed a high level of readiness and competency in integrating employability skills. The findings suggest that the competencies and readiness of TVET trainers regarding employability skills integration imply the improvement in the development and performance of TVET graduates in their workplace. There is evidence that re-evaluation of curricula could contribute to improving the employability and productivity of TVET graduates by increasing trainer competency in the learning achievement of TVET students based on attitude, knowledge, skills, and institutional support.