The Ministry of Education has launched a broad social propaganda campaign for the initial vocational education. The main goal of the campaign is to convey information to the public about ongoing reforms in the relevant direction, and boost young people's interest in initial vocational education institutions. Many important decisions have been made as a result of the policy provided by President Ilham Aliyev in the past few years to raise the status of initial vocational education. The continuation of successful economic development process of the country has increased the need for qualified personnel. The Ministry of Education has launched Modern Azerbaijan Professionals Project to expand the scope of vocational education system and improve the quality of personnel training. The goal of the project is to establish modern pilot vocational education institutions. It is planning to open “Master for dry construction” class at Baku Vocational School No.14 (supported by KNAUF), “Carpenter, joiner and master for parquet flooring” (supported by BOSCH), “Hairdresser” classes (supported by Eldar Studio) at Baku Vocational School No.18, and Resource Center in “Electrical/gas welder” specialty at Baku Vocational Lyceum No.4 (supported by the Government of Belarus). Moreover, it is planning to open Resource Center at Baku Vocational School No.14 in cooperation with CCC (Consolidated Contractors Company) - one of the biggest construction companies in the world. The Center will train personnel in electrical/gas welder, pipe installation, plumber and sanitary technician specialties. For the first time, graduates will be awarded an international degree. International experts will be involved in the education process of the Center.   Modern Azerbaijan Professionals Project   video('/upload/media/video/14.flv','/upload/media/video/14.gif',1)      

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According to the relevant order of the Minister of Education, Preschool Education Sector and Department for General Education in Rural Areas, Department for Higher and Secondary Special Education and Department of Science, as well as General and Public Relations departments are consolidated into the Preschool and General Education Department, Department for Science, Higher and Secondary Special Education, and Information Department respectively.

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During the meeting the sides have discussed issues related to the implementation of joint projects in the education field between Azerbaijan and Japan. Education Minister highly praised the financial aid from Japan and support of Japanese experts for implementation of joint projects, especially overhaul and renew of material and technical base of Sheki Vocational School No.1. At the meeting, the sides also have exchanged views on the issues of further cooperation in the education field between the two countries.

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Commission on Education under the President of Azerbaijan Republic has made a positive decision regarding a further 167 students submitted their documents to study at universities of foreign countries in the academic year 2013-2014 within “State Program on Education of Azerbaijani youth abroad for the years 2007-2015.” The Ministry of Education congratulates selected students and hopes that after the successful completion of their study they will contribute to the sustainable development of the country. Until now the Commission on Education under the President of Azerbaijan Republic has made a positive decision regarding 482 students submitted their documents to study abroad in the 2013/2014 academic year within the State Program. The public will be further informed about the decisions to be made regarding other candidates.

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During the meeting, the sides have discussed prospects for cooperation in the education field, and guests were informed about reforms implemented in the education system of Azerbaijan.

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During the meetings, the sides have discussed the current state of cooperation in the education field between the countries and expansion of bilateral relations.

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At the meeting, the sides have discussed the participation of Azerbaijani universities in the EU funded programs for education and the future cooperation within the new Erasmus+ program.

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Eid Al Adha with its main ideas of equity, help and charity is a symbol of unity and solidarity. This holiday serving to the most sacred intentions is one of the days that our people celebrate with ceremony. We wish goal-oriented policy performed for the welfare of our people by leadership of Mr. Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, brings a way to much broader successes. Again, on behalf of team of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan we congratulate our people on sacred Eid Al Adha holiday, wish peace, welfare and success. May prayers and all sacrifices of our people be accepted!

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Since the Ministry of Education considers key priorities to make close cooperation to investigate and solve the existing educational problems together with civil society institutes and individual researchers, implementation of relevant projects is in its special attention. Submission of projects has been advertised in order to participate in “Competition project for Public Initiatives Support” to be organized based on Order of the Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan, dated October 11, 2013, №842. Those who wish to participate in the competition can submit their relevant proposals by November 20 by traditional way or by e-mail (projects@edu.gov.az).   Instructions for participation in competition project for Public Initiatives Support

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According to the receipt schedule for October 2013 of heads of central executive power authorities, Mikayil Jabbarov, Minister of Education, is going to receive the citizens residing in Lankaran, Astara, Jalilabad, Lerik, Masalli and Yardimli regions in October 19, 2013. Citizens who wish to be received may be registered by calling “Hotline” 146 of the Ministry of Education or via “Electronic request” section http://www.edu.gov.az/view.php?lang=az&menu=contacts.

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