The Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth (MESY) announces the opening of the Absolute Institute ofTechnical Education (AITE), in Limassol.
The Institute is a donation of the Absolute Charitable Trust to the Republic of Cyprus and was inaugurated by the former President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr.
AITE is the new branch of the Public School of Higher Vocational Education and Training - MIEEK and comes to strengthen the dynamics of the institution of Post-secondary Institutes of Vocational Education and Training (MIEEK), as well as the field of Higher Vocational Education and Training in general.
AITE is the new branch of the Public School of Higher Vocational Education and Training - MIEEK and comes to strengthen the dynamics of the institution of Post-secondary Institutes of Vocational Education and Training (MIEEK), as well as the field of Higher Vocational Education and Training in general. It is located in Limassol, at 11 Christakis Theodosiou Street, in Yermasogeia. It is a state-of-the-art building with innovative architectural design, modern logistical infrastructure, new technology equipment and unique surroundings.
During the design of the building, the aim was to provide functional spaces, appropriately designed laboratories to serve the needs of numerous Study Programmes, spaces for hosting events, but also to create a pleasant environment with great visibility to Limassol and with a view of the sea.
During the design of the building, the aim was to provide functional spaces, appropriately designed laboratories to serve the needs of numerous Study Programmes, spaces for hosting events, but also to create a pleasant environment with great visibility to Limassol and with a view of the sea. The building is located in a privileged area, as it is easily accessible to students and academic staff from Nicosia, Larnaca, Limassol and Paphos. Some of the Programmes that can be accommodated are the following:
- Bakery - Confectionery
- Culinary Arts
- Catering Arts
- Industrial and Home Automation
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
- Automotive Engineering
- Computer and Communication Networks
- Organic Horticulture
- Industrial Technician
- Dairy - Cheese Making
- CNC Technology -
- Dairy - Cheese Making
- CNC Technology -
- Industrial Technician
- Dairy - Cheese Making
- CNC Technology - Woodworking Industry
- Supply Chain Management and Maritime Studies.
MIEEKs offer programmes of study that provide scientific, technical and professional knowledge and skills and are characterised by flexibility and adaptability to the rapidly changing employment and economy. In addition, the Programmes aim at smooth integration into the labour market, with an emphasis on the development of digital and green skills, as well as the use of new technologies, enhancing the citizen's continuous relationship with education and training, as well as with the labour market. Proof of the above, is that MIEEKs have over time achieved full employment of their students, with 100% employment in industry.
It is significant that the launch of the AITE coincides with the European Year of Skills 2023, for which the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, pointed out. We need better cooperation with businesses, as they know better what they need. And we need to match these needs with citizens' expectations. But we also need to attract the right skills to our continent, skills that help businesses and boost Europe's growth[/I]."
The Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth, with the operation of the AITE, looks forward to increasing participation in Public Higher Education and Training, to enhance the skills of the citizens of the Republic of Cyprus and to ensure and meet the needs of the labour market both in Cyprus and in Europe, since 77% of companies in the European Union face difficulties in finding workers with the necessary skills.
On the occasion of the launch of the AITE, the Ministry of National Economy, and in particular the Directorate of Secondary Technical and Vocational Education and Training, would like to thank the Absolute Charitable Trust for their kind donation and their trust in the institution of MIEEKs.
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