Arlene O. Borbon, Regina P. Galigao, and Gemma G. Baguio (Authors)
Abstract
This study explores the accessibility of vocational education and training (VET) programs, focusing on how financial barriers, industry alignment, and societal perceptions influence enrollment rates, employability, and career outcomes. By utilizing data mining techniques to analyze vast datasets from various countries, the research identifies key trends and challenges in improving access to VET, including financial constraints, societal stigmas, and misalignment between training programs and industry needs. The study emphasizes the need for coordinated efforts to enhance the quality, accessibility, and relevance of vocational training to ensure its role in addressing workforce demand and improving long-term employment opportunities for marginalized groups.
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Keywords: Vocational education, Employability, Societal perception, Training quality, Workforce development, Data mining