摘要：AbstractRecognizing the future trend towards a knowledge-based and the dynamism of changing society, the quality of vocational education in Thailand has been upgraded continually. However, number of youths dropping out from schools and elderly people are increasing rapidly, lifelong learning for non-educated labors in term of vocational rehabilitation and retraining are needed to be considered. This research conducted a quantitative survey on 357 local organization administrators’ views on training programs for unskilled workers in local areas with helping them get better/more suitable or being re-employed to join the workforce. More than and 30 learners (16-55 year olds) and 50 academics officer and teachers in 5 Provincial Skill Development Centers; government organization, were interviewed individually. The data reveals that the training pregame provided by Skill Development Center, could not meet the changing needs and demands of individual and community. Some learners hesitated to invest time and money in training due to uncertain outcomes. The staffs revealed short-term training programs (12-18hours) do not help people for new job creation or earn more money, while long-term training programs (4-6 months) is a better program. However, the existing programs/curriculums for skill development training are identified as “out date”, especially basic and competent skills for electronical and mechanical related jobs. This research highlights various government initiatives and community connection towards skill development by reviewing and analyzing the existing situation of labor force training program, to promote a meaningful skill development system for people.
关键词：Thai Labors;Vocational Rehabilitation and Vocational Retraining
