NEP 2020 aims to integrate vocational education into mainstream education as students can pursue vocational courses alongside their regular academic courses. It also aims to combine theoretical knowledge with practical skills, making the student job-ready and able to face life challenges, ushering in a new era for vocational education in India.
By giving due importance to vocational education and integrating it into mainstream learning, the policy aims to empower students. With the right implementation and sustained efforts, NEP 2020 can potentially transform India’s education system.
- Integrating vocational education with general education, focusing on social inclusion, gender equality, and inclusive education.
- Identifying local vocational crafts for organizing internships for students on indigenous practices.
- Identifying local experts and conducting internship training for students.
- Community and industry partnerships for vocational exposure through informal internship programs.