It has come to our attention that certain Registered Training Institutions (RTIs) have been using the terms ‘HRDC Approved’ and ‘HRDC Refundable’ in their advertisements and communications for short courses/training programmes across various platforms such as newspapers, social media and radio.

We kindly request all RTIs to refrain from using the aforementioned terms as they may lead to confusion among the public.

The HRDC wishes to clarify that the approval of short courses/training programmes is the sole prerogative of the Mauritius Qualifications Authority (MQA), the Regulatory Body for training in Mauritius. Additionally, it should be noted that the course fees /training costs are refundable by the HRDC on the condition that all criteria for the refund of training fees have been met by the employers.

Registered Training Institutions are hereby informed that the HRDC reserves the right to take legal action against any institution persisting in the use of the misleading terms mentioned above.

Your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines is highly appreciated.

For any queries or further clarification, please contact the HRDC.

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09 January 2024

Paper presentation on “The HRDC Graduate Training for Employment Scheme: A Skills Intermediation Instrument” at UoM Research & Innovation Week 2023

The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) participated in the UoM Research and Innovation Week 2023, an event organised by the University of Mauritius (UoM) under the theme "Promoting Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation for Sustainability and Resilience." The week-long event took place from 27 November to 01 December 2023. Notably, this year, UoM integrated both the Research and Innovation components into a single event.

During the event, the HRDC delivered a presentation titled “The HRDC Graduate Training for Employment Scheme: A Skills Intermediation Instrument.”  The GTES was selected to be presented as highly illustrative case study for skills intermediation in the local skills development space deploying a capabilities approach to skills intermediation. The HRDC has noted its short-term, medium-term and long-term, both tangible and intangible, benefits of the scheme underpinned by its skills intermediation nature.

The presentation identified contemporary roles of skills intermediaries (such as HRDC) and explored the mechanisms the HRDC is using to generate value for enterprises, unemployed graduates and ultimately the society.

Paper presentation on “Conceptualising the skills development system of Mauritius’ at Emerging countries international conference on business, finance and economics”

The HRDC participated in the conference organised by Stellenbosh University and the University of Mauritius, held between 05 to 07 December 2023. The HRDC made a presentation on ‘Conceptualising the skills development system of Mauritius’. The presentation focused on the Systems approach to Skills Development taking the local ICT sector as a case.

By adopting a systems approach and characterising the dynamic mechanism, the underling the issues, their interdependencies and interrelations were foregrounded. This approach to skills development can allow for more effective planning, coordination, and collaboration among stakeholders, leading to a well-functioning and responsive skills development system.

Enrol TODAY for the 'MSc Blockchain Technologies and Business Applications', an initiative of the HRDC and UTM.

To shed more light on the course content, application process and eligibility, two interactive online meetings with UTM and HRDC staff have been planned as follows:

Wednesday, 20 December 2023, 17:00 - 17:30hrs
Meeting ID: 333 170 949 910
Passcode: qxicRf

Thursday, 18 January 2024, 14:30 - 15:00hrs
Meeting ID: 345 749 107 076
Passcode: oyHBdb

 🔗 MSc Blockchain Technologies and Business Applications

📅 April 2024 Intake

🎓 Fully funded by HRDC and UTM (free Master’s degree course for participants)

 Key Features:

• Expert Faculty: Lecturers from the University of Applied Sciences, Germany, and MIT Art, Design and Technology (ADT) University, India, ensuring a global perspective.
• Flexible Learning: Part-time blended mode for convenience and comprehensive learning experience.
• Competitive Selection: ONLY 30 students will be selected through an interview process established by UTM.

Course Information & Application Links:

• Course outline: https://tinyurl.com/MScBlockchain
• Information on application process: https://tinyurl.com/MScBlockchainDetails
• UTM Application form: https://tinyurl.com/UTMBlockchain2024
• HRDC Form: https://tinyurl.com/HRDC-Form

Application Deadline: 05 February 2024

Do not miss this incredible opportunity! We look forward to hearing from you and building a future of innovation together.

For Additional Information:

Contact Dr Leena Ramtohul at 464 4291 or
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Upskilling in field of electrical equipment installation: A collaborative project of MEECA, MCCI Business School, CMAR & HRDC

10 working professionals have successfully completed a 15-month training in electrical equipment installation, initiated by the Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Contractors Association (MEECA), Mauritius Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) Business School and the Chambre des Métiers et de l’Artisanat de la Reunion (CMAR) in collaboration with the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC), under the Sectoral Skills Development Programme (SSDS).

The participants were employees from participating enterprises Manser Saxon, Systems Building, Rey & Lenferna, Scomat, Novengi, Ecobat and MEP Engineering, all members of MEECA.

Following the successful completion of their training, the participants were awarded an international certification, namely the Certificat Technique des Metiers Installateur Equipements Electriques (CTM IEE), during a ceremony held at MCCI Business School, Ebène on 01 December 2023.

The aim of this skills development programme was to enhance standards and professionalism in the field of electrical installation in Mauritius.

https://levy.hrdc.mu

Launched in March 2023, “ECONO-Biz – Engage to l’Entreprise pou vine Ecolo et Econome” is a project designed to help Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to enhance their productivity through the adoption of best practices, focusing on improving resource efficiency such as materials, energy and water, among others. This project allows participating enterprises to grow and achieve excellence in a green and circular economy and at the same time reduce wastage and save on costs.

ECONO-Biz is a collaborative project between the National Productivity and Competitiveness Council (NPCC), the Ministry of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change and the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC).

A dissemination workshop to raise awareness on Green Productivity will be organised on 16 November 2023. The focus of the workshop will be to share the lessons learned from implementing green initiatives and to persuade other businesses to engage on a green productivity journey.

Learn More

https://www.npccmauritius.org/en/about-econo-biz.html

“Submission of copy of ID Card”

Further to the communiqué issued by the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) on 30th May 2023 pertaining to the above subject matter, the HRDC has received several representations from employers with regard to Section 1.2(i) – “Submission of copy of ID Card” of the Communiqué whereby they are faced with additional administrative burden to submit a copy of the Identity Cards of their employees who are attending training.

The HRDC has taken into consideration the representations and has examined different alternatives with a view to facilitating the processing of the G3 application.

It has been decided that, henceforth, instead of submitting the ID cards of each participant, Registered Training Institutions (for Local training) and Employers (for In-House training) can submit the signed attendance sheet of the training, with confirmation that they have verified the signature of the participants who are attending the course with their respective NIC and that their signatures are same as that on their National Identity Card.

In light of the above, the attendance sheet template to be submitted to the HRDC has been amended accordingly to include the required statement of confirmation from the Trainer(s).

(Note: The template for the attendance sheet can be downloaded here for guidance).

HRDC Management

Date: 17 October 2023

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Healthcare assistants (HCAs) play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential support and assistance to both patients and medical personnel. Serving as a foundational role, healthcare assistance is a stepping stone into many other nursing positions. The latest skills need survey conducted by the HRDC and regular meetings held with the Industry Association have highlighted that there is a lack of experienced and qualified HCAs within the local market. Both private clinics and old age homes require this job profile and encounter challenges in enlisting suitably skilled candidates.

To meet the need for trained and qualified personnel, the HRDC in collaboration with the Private Clinics Association has implemented a 12-month training programme in Health Care Assisting (National Certificate Level 4) to skill new entrants in the Health Sector.

The main objective of this programme was to impart knowledge and skills needed in the care of the elderly and sick people. The training comprised theoretical and practical components as well as placement in various private clinics and old age homes. Training was conducted by Dr. Patrick Chui Wan Cheong Sana Global Educare Co. Ltd and Quatre Bornes Professional Training Centre (QBPTC Ltd).

An Award Ceremony will be organised at Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Tower, Ebène on 12 September 2023 for the 96 trainees have successfully completed the training programme.

The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) is hereby inviting bids for the sale of a vehicle as described below, on an “as is where is” basis.

Make & Model ; Nissan Urvan (Microbus)

Registration No. 3107 AP 12

Engine Capacity ;2,953 CC

Reference No. HRDC/ADM/1/704

The vehicle may be viewed at the HRDC premises at NG Tower, Cybercity, Ebene from 09 00 hrs to 15 00 hrs on appointment.

Bids in the prescribed bidding form, accompanied with a bank cheque of 5% of the tender value as bid security, in a sealed envelope, clearly marked “SALE OF HRDC VEHICLE” and with the appropriate reference number, should be deposited in the tender box of the HRDC located near the Reception Desk, 4th Floor, NG Tower, Cybercity, Ebene by Friday 15 September 2023 at 14 00 hrs.

Prospective bidders have to ensure that their bids remain valid for a period of 60 days as from the closing date of the bidding exercise.

Note: The HRDC does not bind itself to accept any tender, nor will it assign any reason for the rejection of a tender.

Invitation to Bid - Sale of HRDC Vehicle: Download here

Tender for Sale of HRDC Vehicle: Download here

Bidding Form: Download here

01 September 2023