The main goal of any VET system is twofold, with a societal and an economic dimension: first, it aims to contribute to the competitiveness and sustained growth of the economy, and secondly it aims to make a relevant contribution to livelihoods, social inclusion and thus poverty reduction.
Therefore, any VET system aims to provide a qualified labour force in the sense of competent, confident and compassionate people and workers. If the system is performing adequately, VET graduates are supposed to be found employable, be it in wage- or self-employment. Under favourable economic conditions, these people will find employment and income, and they will contribute to an increase in productivity based on their occupational competence, and due to newly created jobs in self-employment.
