Vocational education and training in Cyprus

The VET system offers upper secondary level programmes in technical schools, including evening options for adults, an apprenticeship system for young learners and higher VET programmes. Recent efforts include curriculum reform, upgraded facilities, closer employer links and vocational orientation in lower secondary to boost awareness and attractiveness. Public schools of higher VET, supported by graduate tracking, operate nationwide in key economic sectors linked to the digital and green transition.
Adult learning participation is guided by the Cyprus lifelong learning strategy 2021–2027, which aims to establish a robust monitoring framework, strengthen governance and promote inclusive lifelong learning. The THALIA 2021–2027 cohesion policy programme supports individual learning accounts, validation of prior learning and outreach to vulnerable groups. Transversal priorities include digitalisation in teacher upskilling, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) learning and stronger guidance and career support services.