Award Scheme for Learning Experiences under Qualifications Framework open for applications
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A spokesman for the Education Bureau said that the theme for this year's Award Scheme is "New Experiences and Broadened Horizons". The Award Scheme aims to encourage practitioners who have excelled themselves in continuous learning to broaden their horizons through engaging in learning activities held locally or around the world, enabling them to keep abreast of the latest developments of the industry and extend their exposure and networks, thereby realising their personal and career goals.
Since it was launched in 2013, the Award Scheme has attracted more than 1 900 applicants from different industries, of whom over 560 were awarded. More than 60 per cent of the awardees participated in overseas learning activities, while some 30 per cent were engaged in local learning activities. The Award Scheme subsidises practitioners to participate in learning activities and helps reinforce their dedication to lifelong learning. Through continuous learning, they are able to upgrade their knowledge and skills, become lifelong learning role models for their respective industries, and help promote the QF.
The spokesman added that the learning activities in which practitioners can participate under the Award Scheme include competitions, seminars, sharing sessions, exhibitions, and study tours. Awardees engaging in local learning activities will receive an award of $10,000 while those engaging in learning activities outside Hong Kong will receive an award of $30,000. In view of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual participation in learning activities will also be considered. Discretion will also be exercised to provide greater flexibility to consider any changes to the form of participation as a result of the pandemic.
For more details, applicants may visit the website (www.hkqf.gov.hk/en/award_scheme/index.html) and Facebook page (www.facebook.com/QFAwardScheme) of the Award Scheme.
Ends/Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Issued at HKT 11:00
Issued at HKT 11:00
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