Overview

The TVET Center for Professional Training Research and Innovation (TCPTRI) is the newest tertiary component of the Booker Washington Institute (BWI). It is established to offer pedagogical training for TVET teachers(pre-service and in-service). Currently managed by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization’s (UNIDO) Youth Rising Project, the TCPTRI has begun its training functions, recruiting TVET teachers nationwide. The first cohort is nearing the completion of its training with the Teaching Practice Module, while the second cohort, also comprising thirty TVET teachers, is about to finish its face-to-face training phase.

Eight (8) Instructors from BWI lead the training at the TCPTRI, supported by two TVET Directors from the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Youth and Sports. The center operates in the renovated and equipped former Basic Metal Training Building (BMT) and includes a main training hall, a computer room, and a mechanical training room, all equipped with modern state-of-the-art equipment. Additional facilities include: offices, supportive rooms, and lavatories.

TCPTRI is established to equip TVET teachers with essential pedagogical knowledge for nation-building tasks and will eventually be handed over to BWI’s Administration. BWI will then appoint a management team to oversee and conduct the training activities at the center. The TCPTRI recruits trainees from all counties, using a five-module curriculum to introduce contemporary TVET pedagogical techniques.

Benefits of TCPTRI

1. Comprehensive Pedagogical Training: TCPTRI offers a structured five-module curriculum, covering essential aspects of TVET pedagogy. This includes ethics, teamwork, communication skills, digital tools in education, professional development, teaching and learning methods, career guidance, entrepreneurship, inclusive education, and teaching practice.

2. State-of-the-Art Facilities: The center has modern training halls, including a main training hall, a computer room, and a mechanical training room, all equipped with the latest educational technology. This ensures trainees have access to contemporary teaching tools and methods.

3. Nationwide Recruitment and Impact: By recruiting trainees from all counties, TCPTRI ensures a broad inclusive impact on TVET education across the country, fostering a well-trained and competent workforce.

4. Expert Instruction and Support: Training is led by experienced instructors from BWI, with support from TVET Directors from the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Youth and Sports. This collaborative approach ensures high-quality training and adherence to national educational standards.

5. Focus on Practical Experience: The curriculum culminates in a practical Teaching Practice module, allowing trainees to apply their learning in real classroom settings. This hands-on experience is crucial for effective teacher preparation.

6. Sustainable Management and Future Growth: Once transitioned to BWI’s administration, the center will continue its mission under local management, ensuring sustainability and ongoing development of TVET pedagogical training.