Amman: The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities launched a training program for travel service providers and workers in the tourism sector on Thursday. Held in cooperation with the Vocational Training Corporation (VTC) and Ammon Applied University College (AAUC), the program aims to develop workers' skills and enhance their sustainability in the labor market.
According to Jordan News Agency, the ministry stated that the training program reflects its "commitment" to developing national talent and raising the "quality" of tourist services. This initiative complements the 2024-2026 Skills Development Strategy for the Tourism Sector, which aims to align skills with labor market requirements, ensure sustainability of employment opportunities, and improve the training quality.
The program also comes within the framework of the pivotal role of the Kingdom's tourist sector as a "key driver" of the national economy, aligning with the objectives of the Economic Modernization Vision, particularly in developing human capital and enhancing worker efficiency in the sector. Additionally, the program seeks to empower Jordanian youth to enter the local and regional labor market by providing practical and vocational training sessions.
Regarding its scope, the program targets training 450 participants, including 250 travel service providers and 200 employees of tourist establishments. The training spans 40 hours at VTC's institutes located nationwide and the AAUC's headquarters. Participants will receive incentives, including a transportation allowance of JD75, certified certificates from partner organizations, as well as educational materials, work garments, and occupational safety gear.
The registration link for the training program will be launched mid-next week, allowing interested tourist sector employees and service providers to register and benefit from the available training opportunities. The program covers various fields, mainly developing skills of restaurant and hotel staff, traditional artisans, travel agencies, tour guides, and local community experience providers.