Egypt’s Education Minister Highlights Successful Model of Applied Technology Schools

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Mohamed Abdel Latif, Egypt’s Minister of Education and Technical Education, met with Esther Montero Pio, Secretary General for Vocational Training at the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports of Spain. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation and exchanging expertise in developing technical education and skills related to future job markets.

This meeting took place during the inaugural “Technical and Vocational Education Forum for Mediterranean Countries,” which commenced today in the New Administrative Capital with participation from 13 countries.

At the beginning of the meeting, Minister Abdel Latif emphasized Egypt’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with Spain across various educational fields, particularly in technical education and vocational training, which he described as a key driver for developing human capital and preparing skilled professionals to meet rapidly changing technological demands and modern labor market requirements.

During the discussion, Abdel Latif presented Egypt’s experience with applied technology schools, highlighting that they operate under a set of governing standards that ensure quality education. These standards include effective partnerships with private sector institutions and industries, curriculum development aligned with labor market needs, engagement of specialized experts in various technical fields, and provision of advanced educational and training environments that equip students with the necessary practical skills for local and international job markets.

He also discussed efforts to expand applied technology schools as a successful model linking education with economic development and labor market needs. The minister reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to expanding this model in partnership with various international organizations.

Esther Montero Pio expressed her appreciation for Egypt’s efforts in developing its educational system. She praised the expansion of applied technology schools and the partnerships between education and industry, emphasizing Spain’s interest in enhancing collaboration with Egypt to share successful experiences in vocational education.

Montero Pio shared Spain’s experience in vocational education and training, noting that the Spanish vocational education system is based on applying quality standards and accreditation to ensure the quality of educational and training programs. This approach aims to prepare graduates who possess the required skills to meet labor market demands.

The discussion also covered opportunities for joint cooperation in establishing and operating applied technology schools. They reviewed the partnership mechanisms used in this model, where Egypt’s Ministry of Education provides schools along with academic oversight, core curricula, and teaching staff. Meanwhile, international or industrial partners contribute specialized technical expertise, specialized curricula, and practical training for students within workplace settings. This ensures graduates are qualified according to international standards and labor market requirements.