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The development of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) systems in Asia and worldwide increasingly aims at strengthening the cooperation between the formal TVET system, which is often represented by state-run vocational schools and colleges, and employers, who provide work-based learning at the in-company workplace, which is sometimes enhanced through work-oriented learning in practical training centers. Hence, the Dual System acts as a kind of meta-concept for the practical implementation of a variety of practical and systemic related programs in the TVET sector such as the new apprenticeship program that gained attention in recent years. As a consequence many different kinds of dual systems were established across countries, which sometimes even differ within one country as it is the case in Germany for example.
Dr.Ram Hari Lamichhane
Director General
Colombo Plan Staff College
Philippines
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Dr. Ramhari Lamichhane is the first Nepali and the 11th Director General of CPSC. Currently, he is the President of Asia Pacific Accreditation and Certification Commission (APACC). He is a certified project assessor, experienced project manager, TVET Expert, and a seasoned manager at a policy level. He has served as Member Secretary/Chief Executive Officer of the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) in Kathmandu, Nepal (2013-2016) prior to his appointment as CPSC DG. He was involved in the development and implementation of a National TVET Policy and TVET programs in Nepal. He has delivered papers in a number of international TVET conferences, meetings, and seminars in the following countries: Australia, France, Germany, Israel, Italy, South Korea, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the USA. Similarly, presented papers on TVET in national and international training programs conducted by CPSC in all of its member countries. He has also authored and co-authored journal papers and books on various areas of TVET, such as TVET Accessibility, TVET Financing, Gender and Equality in TVET, and Marketing of TVET. Dr. Lamichhane earned a PhD and M. Phil on Education Leadership from Kathmandu University in Nepal. He has a degree on Educational Administration, Planning and Policy as a Humphrey/Fullbright Professional from Peabody College/Vanderbilt University, Tennessee, USA. He also studied Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management from TAFE, South Australia. He obtained his MBA and his Bachelor in Commerce degrees from Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu Nepal.
