Guidelines for National Vocational Award Certification to Graduates of Secondary Schools
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PREFACE
This guidelines document has been developed in response to the implementation of
the Education and Training Policy 2014, 2023 edition, which recognizes the dual
training system featuring both general and vocational streams in secondary schools.
The introduction of vocational education at the secondary school level represents a
strategic national commitment to equip young people with practical, work-ready skills
that are aligned with the evolving needs of the labour market and national development
priorities, as stipulated in the National Vision 2050.
One key aspect of vocational education is the need for an appropriate mode of
assessment and certification that aligns with its objective of developing competent
human capital. Therefore, it is essential to establish clear guidelines that provide
mechanisms for recognizing and validating acquired competencies, thereby
supporting students in pursuing further education or employment opportunities.
This guidelines document has been developed by the National Council for Technical
and Vocational Education and Training (NACTVET) through a collaborative process
involving the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST); the Vocational
Education and Training Authority (VETA); the National Examinations Council of
Tanzania (NECTA), and other stakeholders.
Pursuant to Section 11 of the National Council for Technical and Vocational Education
and Training Act, Cap. 129 R.E. 2023, NACTVET is empowered to approve curricula,
examinations, and awards for autonomous non-university institutions, as well as to
conduct and set examinations for non-autonomous institutions within both the public
and private sectors. Furthermore, the NACTVET is mandated to confer certificates,
diplomas, degrees, and other related awards to students who have either completed
all components of an approved course or have, based on prior measurable learning
experiences, met certain course requirements or passed the remaining elements. In
line with this statutory mandate, these guidelines provide for the certification of
secondary school graduates in accordance with national and international competency
standards. The certification framework is structured to align with the Tanzania
Qualifications Framework (TQF) and to integrate coherently within the broader TVET
system in Tanzania.
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These guidelines reflect Tanzania’s commitment to Competence-Based Education
and Training (CBET) and underscore the importance of quality, equity, and relevance
in skills development. They offer a structured pathway for graduates of secondary
schools in the vocational stream to obtain NVA certification at Levels 1, 2, or 3,
depending on their demonstrated skills and assessment outcomes. This certification
not only opens the door to further technical and vocational training at higher levels but
also supports direct entry into gainful employment or entrepreneurship in skilled trades
and professions.
Finally, given the rapid changes in curriculum driven by evolving technologies and
shifting labour market demands, these guidelines will require periodic review to remain
relevant and effective.
Dr. Mwajuma I. Lingwanda
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
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Guidelines for National Vocational Award Certification to Graduates of Secondary Schools
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NACTVET,(2025)Guidelines for National Vocational Award Certification to Graduates of Secondary Schools