Vision
A Nation with competent and adequate skilled workforce for a cohesive and vibrant economy.
Department profile
Department of Workforce Planning and Skills Development (DWPSD)
The Department of Workforce Planning and Skills Development (DWPSD) was established, subsuming the Department of Technical Education and the Department of National Human Resource Development under the erstwhile Ministry of Labour and Human Resources (MoLHR). The Department is administratively placed under the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD).
Who we are
About DWPSD
In November 2022, keeping with the Civil Service Reform initiative, the Department of Workforce Planning and Skills Development (DWPSD) was established, subsuming the Department of Technical Education and the Department of National Human Resource Development under the erstwhile Ministry of Labour and Human Resources (MoLHR). The Department is administratively placed under the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD). The Department is supported by four divisions: 1. Training Management and Coordination Division (TMCD); 2. Skills Promotion and Liaison Division (SPLD); 3. Workforce Planning and Information Division (WPID); and 4. Technical Trainers Training Resource Centre (TTTRC).
Mission
To build and sustain a TVET system that produces a work-ready, world-ready and future-ready workforce. To plan and coordinate the development of a skilled workforce catering to the current and future needs of the economy.
Our structure
Our Divisions
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Training Management and Coordination Division (TMCD)
Technical Trainers Training and Resource Center (TTTRC)
Skills Promotion and Liaison Division (SPLD)
Workforce Planning and Information Division (WPID)
Learning and development
Training Programmes
National Certificate TVET courses]
Our TVET institutes offer TVET programs at different National Certification level. Use the following link to apply.
ApplyInstitute Certificate courses
TVET courses are also offered at institute level certification. Use the following link to apply.
ApplySkills Training Program (SDP)
SDP was initiated in 2021 as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Different short-term courses are available for application.
ApplyInternational Students
With effect from 2023, we have started offering TVET courses for international students. Interested international students may apply using the following link.
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Our Institutions
While we work with all the private and public TVET establishments in the country, the DWPSD is directly responsible for overseeing the growth and development of ten TVET institutions under our direct administration. These institutions are located in different parts of the country and offer TVET courses in construction, power, zorig chusum, hospitality, agriculture and other trades.
National Institute for Zorig Chusum (NIZC)
The National Institute for Zorig Chusum (NIZC) is located at Kawajangsa in Thimphu. It was established in 1971 as a premier Institute to preserve and promote traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan. The institute provides different traditional arts and craft programs.
Visit institution →Technical Training Institute (TTI) Thimphu
The Technical Training Institute Thimphu (TTI-T) was established in 2008. The institute provides TVET program for the automobile sector.
Visit institution →College of Zorig Chusum (CZC)
The College of Zorig Chusum (CZC) was established as the Institute of Zorig Chusum (TIZC) in 1997. The institute is located in Trashiyangtse, Bhutan and offers both certificate and diploma courses in traditional arts and craft.
Visit institution →Technical Training Institute (TTI) Chumey
[The Technical Training Institute Chumey (TTI-C) is located in Bumthang dzongkhag. Currently, it provides construction-related programs.
Visit institution →Technical Training Institute (TTI) Samthang
The Technical Training Institute Samthang (TTI-S) was established in 2003. The institute is located in Wangdi Phodrang dzongkhag. Currently, the institute offers heavy vehicle driving and automobile-related courses.
Visit institution →Technical Training Institute (TTI) Rangjung
Technical Training Institute Rangjung (TTI-R) is located in Tashigang dzongkhag. Currently, the institute provides TVET courses in ICT, electrical and other areas.
Visit institution →Technical Training Institute (TTI) Khuruthang
The The Technical Training Institute Khuruthang (TTI-K) was established in 2003. The institute is located in Punakha dzongkhag. Currently, it provides training is electrical and mechanical courses.
Visit institution →Jigme Wangchuck Power Training Institute (JWPTI)
The Jigme Wangchuck Power Training Institute Dekiling (JWPTI) is located in Gelephu dzongkhag. The institute provides TVET courses for the power and energy sector.
Visit institution →Rural Development Training Centre (RDTC)
The Rural Development Training Centre (RDTC) is located in Zhemgang dzongkhag. The institute provides training for the agriculture and agriculture-related production sector.
Visit institution →Royal Institute for Tourism and Hospitality (RITH)
The Royal Institute for Tourism and Hospitality (RITH) was established in 2003 with support from the Austrian Government. The institute is located in Mothithang, Thimphu and provides both certificate and diploma level courses for tourism and hospitality sector.
View all institutions →Get in touch
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