ISSN 2360-7963
Abstract: This paper investigated the influence of a dynamic CBET curriculum on TVET employability skills. It examined the influence of a dynamic CBET curriculum, assessed trainers' qualifications, and evaluated the impact of industry engagement on TVETs' employability skills. This study holds significance for the youth as it has the potential to enhance workforce readiness, better prepare TVET youth for the workforce, and narrow the skills gap, thereby making them more attractive to employers. There may be higher employment rates. The provision of practical skills to marginalised groups could pave the way for employment. The workforce will meet industry demand, making the industry relevant. The graduates will be job-ready and may be able to contribute immediately. Policymakers may make informed decisions related to education and workforce development. The evidence will guide the allocation of resources more effectively. Creating a competent workforce may attract investment from development partners and investors. The government may be able to earn foreign currency by exporting a better-developed and job-ready workforce to the foreign labour market. The study employed human capital theory, skills mismatch theory, and social learning theory. We made a purposive sample of 200 TVET trainees, 50 trainers, and 30 industry partners. The study employed descriptive and inferential analysis. We used document analysis to review CBET policies, curricula, and industry engagements. The competence of trainers positively correlated with graduates' employability; the courses offered, training resources, pedagogy, and trainer qualifications significantly influenced trainees' acquisition of employable skills. Internships, through industry engagement, provided trainees with hands-on experience, exposure to workplace culture, and a chance to practically apply their theoretical knowledge. Trainees who collaborated with industry partners exhibited noteworthy employability skills like adaptability, problem-solving, and effective communication. The study recommended strengthening CBET integration in national education policies; strengthening trainers’ competence to enhance graduates’ employability; strengthening industry partnerships; encouraging more hands-on experiences; and including real-world scenarios in training programmes.
Keywords: : Dynamic CBET Curriculum, CBET, TVET, Employability Skills, Skills Mismatch