Case Studies: Vocational, Education and Training in the Philippines – the benefits of mentoring in increasing employability, entrepreneurship and active citizenship

For VET to lead to employment, training providers often work with industry to develop curricula. This case study of post-secondary young women from the Philippines shares the experience of 5 linked Hospitality and Catering... [ view full abstract ]

For VET to lead to employment, training providers often work with industry to develop curricula. This case study of post-secondary young women from the Philippines shares the experience of 5 linked Hospitality and Catering schools and their industry partners. It examines how a structured mentoring and personal development programme alongside theoretical studies and industry placements not only shapes students to be better employees, with more initiative, but also gives them the tools to make decisions about their own futures, both in and outside of their professional work. We will share examples from current and past students, employers, teachers and mentors to demonstrate this and suggest that VET better serves all stakeholders when the student is given the opportunity to grow as a citizen, empowered to serve society, conserve resources, take responsibility for her own wellbeing as well as to overcome poverty.