HK Govt Supports Continuing Education ProjectThe Hong Kong government Friday reiterated its full support for the Project Springboard, a new program of continuing education sponsored by the government.Speaking at the launching ceremony of the Project Springboard this morning, Fanny Law, secretary for education and manpower, said that member institutes of the Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions of Hong Kong would soon set up a committee for quality assurance comprising representatives from the member institutes, the government, employers and the education sector. "The committee will ensure through a systematic quality assurance process that each course under the program attains the required level," said Law. "The process is expected to be completed in October. The government will then formally announce its recognition of the qualifications to set an example for all employers to follow suit," she said. Law noted that response had been overwhelming since the program started to receive applications. "Many courses have already been fully subscribed. On the condition that the quality of the courses will not be compromised, the member institutes of the Federation have, after careful consideration, decided to offer 1000-odd places for full-time study to meet the demand," she added. The Project Springboard is provided mainly for those Secondary Five leavers and adult learners to pursue continuing education. Courses under the program are developed and delivered by the 10 member institutes of the Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions of Hong Kong. The 10 member institutes will mutually recognize qualifications obtained from the Project Springboard for the purpose of applying for continuing education courses at a higher level. |
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