In the context of the labor market increasingly requiring practical skills, the vocational training trend is becoming the optimal choice for many students and parents. In particular, the explosion of technology and the trend of AI application. This poses an urgent need for highly skilled human resources, fluent in digital technology and knowledge of new technologies. Given that reality, choosing the right major not only helps students access the modern working environment early but also opens up sustainable income opportunities, ensuring the ability to adapt and develop in the digital economy.
According to the report of the Ministry of Education and Training, in the 2023-2024 school year, about 74.5% of junior high school graduates will continue to study at high schools, while about 25.5% will choose to study at continuing education centers and vocational training institutions.
In Ho Chi Minh City, the average annual rate of junior high school graduates attending vocational education levels is over 26%. These figures show the increasing trend of students and parents in choosing a learning path focusing on practical skills, to meet the needs of the current labor market.
Choosing the right major not only helps students have a stable job but also ensures a sustainable income in the future. Viet My College (a member of EQuest Education Group), a pioneering educational institution in implementing the 9+ college general education system (cultural vocational training for junior high school graduates) in Ho Chi Minh City, has introduced 7 majors that are highly appreciated in the 2025 enrollment season thanks to open job opportunities and attractive income.
Small and medium-sized enterprise management
This is a major suitable for students with business thinking or looking to start a business. The training program helps students equip themselves with knowledge of business management, finance and operations, opening up many job opportunities such as sales staff, grassroots managers or self-establishing businesses.
Public Relations
This major provides skills in communication, event organization, communication crisis handling and brand building. With increasing demand from businesses and organizations, graduates can work at media companies, newspapers, or PR departments of large corporations.
Hotel management
The tourism - hotel service sector is developing strongly in Vietnam. The curriculum focuses on practice with simulated areas of restaurants, reception and rooms right at school. Students have the opportunity to intern at high-end hotels and restaurants and participate in international internship programs.
Travel tourism
With the growth of the tourism industry, the demand for tour guides and tour organizers is increasing. Students studying this major are equipped with practical knowledge, especially practical trips lasting 3-5 days to accumulate practical experience.
Graphic design
The major is for students who love creativity and technology. The program not only trains in design skills but also integrates knowledge of marketing, brand management and technology application into content creation, helping students easily access high-income job opportunities.
Software application
This major trains programmers who specialize in Java, C# and the latest software technologies. Students have access to practical training models, helping them to participate in the labor market while still in school.
Automotive engineering technology
To meet the increasing demand for human resources in the field of automotive technology, this major equips students with skills not only in repair and maintenance techniques but also in service management and automotive business.
Viet My College has implemented a 9+ college general education system for junior high school graduates since 2020, becoming a trusted address for many parents and students.
The learning program here includes two directions: one group of students will study 4 cultural subjects, the other group will study 7 cultural subjects depending on the choice of parents and students. With a training period of only 3 years and 4 months when studying on the correct route, this model helps students save about 2 years compared to the regular high school - university route. In particular, when graduating, students can completely choose to work immediately or take the university entrance exam.
Sharing about the 9+ college general education model, the Board of Directors of Viet My College emphasized: "The training program with 70% of the practice period is bringing clear results. Not only does this model help students gain work experience early, it also meets the recruitment needs of businesses. More importantly, graduating early from the age of 18-20 creates a significant competitive advantage when students enter the labor market: having both experience and the opportunity to develop their careers earlier than their peers".
Student Vo Ngoc Phuong Quyen, studying Graphic Design at 9+ College, is a clear demonstration of pursuing her passion in the right direction. bravely choosing the path of vocational training instead of traditional high school, Phuong Quyen quickly developed creative thinking and design skills.
In the illustration contest "Drawing the God of Wealth 2024" organized by the Dinh Thien Ly Fund - Lawrence S. Ting Foundation, you won the award. Phuong Quyen shared: "Distinguishment does not make you weaken, but makes you special". This achievement opens up many opportunities for internships and collaborations, affirming that your choice is completely correct.
To help parents and students have a clearer view of their learning and career orientation after grade 9, the seminar program "Truthful Mothers - Right Children: Lo Trinh Hoc Hoc Up & Excellent Careers After Grade 9" will be held at Viet My College from 8:30-11:30 on February 22, 2025 with the participation of education experts, business representatives, former students and parents who have allowed their children to study in the 9+ college general education program.
This is an opportunity for parents to better understand the parallel vocational training model in culture, while helping students have a solid career orientation right from the start.
