Department of Technical Education & Training - DTET
There are 39 Technical Colleges scattered throughout Sri Lanka. These institutions are managed by Department of Technical Education & Training which functions under the Ministry of Skills Development and Vocational Training.
The total strength of teaching staff of the Technical colleges is around 544. The non academic staff of Technical Colleges consists of about 2000 persons at present.
Members of the academic staff are continuously exposed to local & foreign training to update & upgrade their knowledge and skills in the relevant subject areas. UK, Sweden, Netherlands, Japan, Korea, Philippines and India are some of the countries where staff training has been provided. The UNDP, the British Council, ILO, and JICA, have been providing funds to most of the scholarships. The CPSC has provided short-term workshops/seminars and in country courses to technical college staff.
The physical facilities of Technical colleges were updated in the recent past under the Technical education Development Project funded by the Asian Development Bank with technical assistance from overseas agencies such as SWEDEC, SIDA and ODA. Every effort is being made presently by the technical college system to improve the standards of technical education to take up the technological challenges of the 21st century.
Contact Details
+94 11 2 348897
Olcott Mawatha , Colombo 10
Courses @ Department of Technical Education & Training - DTET
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National Diploma in Accounting
Department of Technical Education & Training - DTET
The National Diploma in Accounting (BSA 01) is a vocational diploma delivered in English - designed to deepen technical accounting knowledge and practical skills for entry to professional roles in finance and management.
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National Diploma in Maritime & Logistic Management
Department of Technical Education & Training - DTET
The National Diploma in Maritime & Logistic Management provides vocational and technical training in maritime operations and logistics management. It combines classroom instruction with practical training to build industry-ready skills.
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National Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language
Department of Technical Education & Training - DTET
The National Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language (NVQ Level 5) is a competency-based diploma designed to prepare educators for classroom and community contexts where English is taught as a second language.
1 ½ years long
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Jewellery Design & Manufacturing
Department of Technical Education & Training - DTET
The Jewellery Design & Manufacturing programmes listed by the Department of Technical Education and Training focus on practical craft, technical competence and industry-relevant skills for the gem and jewellery sector.
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Diploma in Information & Communication Technology
Department of Technical Education & Training - DTET
The Diploma in Information & Communication Technology is a vocational programme designed to build practical ICT skills and theoretical knowledge for technical roles in computing, networking and digital media.
1 ½ years long
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