Vocational Courses

Whether it is taken at the secondary level or done after high school, a vocational course is geared toward teaching the techniques and procedures involved in a specific industry. It is more concerned with technical tasks rather than concepts and theories. However, being valued for its apprenticeship learning, it can be acknowledged as credits in tertiary educational course programs. In some countries, such as in Finland, completion of vocational studies is a requirement for entering college. In many places, this education is publicly-funded or given free to those who cannot afford tertiary schooling.

Culinary students

Also known as technical education, vocational courses encompass a range of jobs, such as welding and automotive mechanics. The tourism and retail sectors are also included, as well as culinary courses. The field of information technology also has its own set of vocation courses. There are programs on cosmetics and on funeral services. It teaches skills in cottage industries such as lace-making, weaving or sewing. Carpentry, metal craft, pipe fitting and plumbing can also be learned at vocational school.