Turkey: Successfully Strengthening the National Vocational Qualifications System

January 07, 2025

GOPA Worldwide Consultants is proud to announce the successful completion of the European Union (EU)-funded Technical Assistance for the Implementation of the Turkish Qualifications System and Framework (TUYEP) project. Over the past 4+ years, this initiative project has significantly advanced the alignment of Türkiye's Vocational Qualifications Authority (VQA) with EU standards, particularly in occupational standards, qualification development, micro-credentials, and quality assurance.

The project enabled the VQA to benefit from the expertise of international specialists, addressing challenges with innovative solutions and achieving outstanding results. Through collaboration, the project team introduced cutting-edge tools, refined processes, and supported the system with international best practices.

In project closure exchanges, stakeholders discussed how the VQA’s achievements can serve as a model for similar organisations across Europe, helping them align with EU standards. Progress achieved in the TUYEP project will continue to set an example, guiding the way in aligning vocational qualification systems with EU benchmarks.