kutsekoolid
Kutsekoolid are Estonian institutions that provide vocational education and training (VET). They focus on developing practical skills for specific trades and occupations, serving as an alternative to academic upper secondary schools for students who prefer direct preparation for the workforce. Kutsekoolid form part of the national education system and work in close cooperation with employers to ensure that training matches labor market needs.
Programs and qualifications in kutsekoolid typically combine school-based learning with work-based training. Courses lead to a
Access to kutsekoolid usually follows the completion of basic education, and admission criteria can vary by
Organization and funding vary: kutsekoolid can be state, municipal, or private institutions. They are funded by