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    Press Releases
    Please select: : 2011 2010 2009
    October 2026
    Date: Article
    23 Oct 2026 VTC launches Jockey Club Dental Care Training Centre to strengthen dental hygienist training in Hong Kong and support the development of primary oral healthcare services
    16 Oct 2026 VTC confers Honorary Fellowships on five distinguished industry leaders
    05 Oct 2026 VTC and HKGCC sign MoU to strengthen
    pre-employment and in-service talent development through industry-education collaboration
    September 2026
    Date: Article
    30 Sep 2026 VTC holds Flag Raising Ceremony in celebration of the 77th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China
    28 Sep 2026 2026 Shanghai WorldSkills Competition concludes successfully
    Team Hong Kong, China, claim 15 medals setting a record-breaking result
    16 Sep 2026 VTC warmly welcomes Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan and the 2026 Policy Address
    Leveraging VPET strengths to nurture future talent and support the high-quality development of Hong Kong
    11 Sep 2026 [News from Institutions] Hong Kong Design Institute Unveils“Leslie・Grace at 70 Exhibition” This September Unseen Archival Photographs of Leslie CHEUNG to Make Public Debut
    Over 400 Students Participate in Homage to the Golden Era of Hong Kong Po
    09 Sep 2026 VTC expresses deepest condolences on the passing of Mr TUNG Chee-hwa
    01 Sep 2026 ICBC (Asia) Charitable Foundation and VTC launch the “ICBC Bright Future Project - Vocational and Professional Talents Programme” for the third consecutive year
    August 2026
    Date: Article
    26 Aug 2026 VTC and Microsoft Hong Kong strengthen partnership to nurture future AI talent
    24 Aug 2026 Team Hong Kong sends its strongest-ever delegation to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
    Acting Secretary for Education Dr Jeff SZE encourages competitors to strive for excellence
    17 Aug 2026 VTC Partners with CLPe to Develop Campus Solar Power System and Nurture Green Talent
    14 Aug 2026 [News from Institutions] HKDI Partners with BytePlus to Advance AI-Powered Creative Education and Industry Collaboration
    12 Aug 2026 VTC Cha Kwo Ling New Campus Development Project Wins International Architecture Award 2026
    Showcasing VTC’s Forward-looking Vision for VPET
    July 2026
    Date: Article
    09 Jul 2026 VTC Central Admission Scheme Begins Next Wednesday Industry-aligned Programmes Integrating Professional Expertise and AI+ Skills
    Opening Pathways to Further Studies and Future Careers
    06 Jul 2026 [News from Institutions] Secondary Students Showcase Talents across Nine Trades at “Hong Kong Junior Skills Competition 2026”
    Connecting Youth Interests with Industry Development
    02 Jul 2026 [News from Institutions] HKDI Design Show 2026 Showcases the Next Generation of Industry-Ready Designers
    HKDI graduates showcase projects that combine emerging technologies and cultural heritage in response to today's creative and industry
    June 2026
    Date: Article
    30 Jun 2026 VTC holds Flag Raising Ceremony to celebrate the HKSAR’s 29th Anniversary
    24 Jun 2026 600 students participate in the ITE-VTC International Student Seminar 2026, exploring sustainability, AI, and inclusion
    22 Jun 2026 VTC and HKFYG co-host "Symposium and Workshop for DSE Graduates 2026" to help students explore diversified progression pathway with on-site application fee waiver
    17 Jun 2026 [News from Institutions] Hong Kong Design Institute Presents
    Kwan Kwa: Chinese Wedding Costume Reimagined Exhibition
    Intangible Cultural Heritage Meets Modern Innovation in an Immersive Exploration of Hong Kong’s Bridal Culture
    11 Jun 2026 [News from Institutions] Hong Kong Design Institute Launches ‘HKDI Atelier’, a New Industry-Connected Design Centre Linking Students with Real-World Projects
    May 2026
    Date: Article
    22 May 2026 CLP Power and VTC launch intergenerational social inclusion programme helping seniors go digital while learning from their life wisdom
    14 May 2026 The 50th Anniversary of Apprenticeship Ordinance cum Outstanding Apprentice Award Presentation Ceremony celebrates 50 years of professional excellence and contribution to society
    April 2026
    Date: Article
    30 Apr 2026 VTC and Guangzhou Civil Aviation College sign MoU to nurture talent in civil aviation and transport for the Greater Bay Area
    28 Apr 2026 VTC and CMA sign MoU to foster talent development and support Hong Kong’s industries upgrading
    27 Apr 2026 Map your DSE path, preview your future career
    "VTC Programme Selection Info Day" helps you plan ahead with on-site application fee waiver
    23 Apr 2026 VTC Wins Three Awards at HKIBIM Awards 2025
    Aviation and Maritime Education Centre Integrates BIM, IoT, BMS and AI to Build a Smart Campus
    16 Apr 2026 VTC and Tmall Campus launch the first Tmall Campus Training Centre in Hong Kong
    March 2026
    Date: Article
    19 Mar 2026 VTC and Consumer Council sign MoU to foster talent development, enhance service quality and promote consumer rights
    13 Mar 2026 Parents’ Programme 2026: Online Seminar
    Debunking the myths on post-DSE pathways, seizing new opportunities in the AI era
    12 Mar 2026 VTC Hospitality Discipline launches the Hospitality Hong Kong Centre
    Enhanced Facilities to Nurture Future Talent in Sports, Tourism and Hospitality
    10 Mar 2026 VTC releases Sustainability Report 2024–25 steady progress in carbon reduction advancing green campuses and talent development
    04 Mar 2026 [News from Institutions] 2nd MOTIFX – Embracing the Beauty of Chinese Culture
    Culture to Nature: A Surreal Garden of Botanical Patterns Transforms Central This March
    February 2026
    Date: Article
    27 Feb 2026 [News from Institutions] Hong Kong Design Institute presents the exhibition “Dieter Rams: Less, but better”
    Exploring the “Ten Principles of Good Design” through the iconic works of the pioneer of German industrial design and nurturing well-roun
    27 Feb 2026 HKIIT partners with Huawei Hong Kong to launch the Harmony training centre
    25 Feb 2026 VTC welcomes and supports talent development initiatives in the 2026-27 Budget to drive Hong Kong’s high-quality development
    10 Feb 2026 [News from Institutions] HKVTC Shop Keep On Live Competition successfully concluded, deepening participants' understanding of regional e-commerce development
    January 2026
    Date: Article
    31 Jan 2026 Over a thousand attend VTC's free talk on building fire safety and maintenance awareness
    Helping management committees and property owners grasp key residential building safety knowledge
    22 Jan 2026 VTC hosts free talk decoding building fire safety and maintenance
    Assists owners’ corporations and residents in enhancing building safety awareness, strengthening community protection networks
    14 Jan 2026 Hong Kong Chinese Enterprises Association and
    China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch donate to VTC
    for four consecutive years to support nurturing VPET talent
    14 Jan 2026 VTC to participate in Education & Careers Expo 2026, diverse pre-employment and in-service programmes nuture skilled talent for the future
    December 2025
    Date: Article
    31 Dec 2025 VTC holds Flag Raising Ceremony to welcome 2026
    09 Dec 2025 VTC welcomes the appointment of Mr Jeffrey LAM Kin-fung as new Chairman
    04 Dec 2025 [News from Institutions] Hong Kong Design Institute Unveils 100% Recyclable Booth at DesignInspire 2025
    From construction to display – demonstrating circular design in the exhibition industry
    02 Dec 2025 [News from Institutions] Opening of HKDI Gallery’s 2025-2026 Flagship Exhibition
    Pluriversal Futures – Ars Electronica Exhibition in Collaboration with Hong Kong Design Institute
    November 2025
    Date: Article
    18 Nov 2025 VTC and HKPC sign MoU to jointly promote VPET and nurture talent with technical expertise and innovative capabilities
    10 Nov 2025 [News from Institutions] Students from Greater Bay Area and Singapore compete in “Greater Bay Area International Youth Skills Competition 2025”
    Hong Kong competitors claim 2 Gold 3 Silver Medals
    05 Nov 2025 VTC makes AI core to all programmes and deploys virtual tutor to support learning
    2026/27 application opens Thursday with application fee waived for on-site registration at Info Days
    October 2025
    Date: Article
    30 Oct 2025 VTC Wins Triple Gold at Global Future Design Awards 2025
    advancing VPET through innovative learning spaces
    27 Oct 2025 ICBC (Asia) Charitable Foundation and VTC launch the second year of the “ICBC Bright Future Project - Vocational and Professional Talents Programme”
    17 Oct 2025 [News from Institutions] RECREATED CLASSICS: The Music Golden Age in Sound and Frame Exhibition Officially Opens
    Century-old audio pioneer B&O joins forces with HKIPP masters and HKDI’s new generation to relive the classics of Hong Kong’s music
    15 Oct 2025 VTC Executive Director Donald Tong elected as WorldSkills Board member
    13 Oct 2025 VTC signs MoU with Hong Yip to strengthen VPET training for the property and facility management industry and deepen industry‑institution collaboration
    10 Oct 2025 Digital Policy Office, in collaboration with CSTCB, HKIRC, Cyberport and HKIIT, launches the second real-life cybersecurity attack and defence drill
    10 Oct 2025 VTC confers Honorary Fellowships on three distinguished industry leaders
    September 2025
    Date: Article
    30 Sep 2025 VTC holds Flag Raising Ceremony in celebration of the 76th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China
    29 Sep 2025 CSD and VTC sign MOU to promote sustainable development of correctional work and talent training
    17 Sep 2025 VTC warmly welcomes initiatives in Policy Address to support VPET development
    17 Sep 2025 VTC warmly welcomes initiatives in Policy Address to support VPET development
    17 Sep 2025 VTC warmly welcomes initiatives in Policy Address to support VPET development
    17 Sep 2025 VTC warmly welcomes initiatives in Policy Address to support VPET development
    17 Sep 2025 VTC warmly welcomes initiatives in Policy Address to support VPET development
    17 Sep 2025 VTC warmly welcomes initiatives in Policy Address to support VPET development
    17 Sep 2025 VTC warmly welcomes initiatives in Policy Address to support VPET development
    17 Sep 2025 VTC warmly welcomes initiatives in Policy Address to support VPET development
    August 2025
    Date: Article
    29 Aug 2025 VTC Solar Car Team Makes History with World Championship Victory
    Self-Developed SOPHIE 8x Triumphs Over Renowned International Institutions to Claim Maiden Title
    04 Aug 2025 VTC signs MoU with FSE Lifestyle to promote VPET talent development
    July 2025
    Date: Article
    28 Jul 2025 [News from Institutions] WorldSkills Hong Kong Competition 2025 concludes
    Twin sisters excel in Graphic Design
    Youth reinvents himself in Restaurant Service
    10 Jul 2025 VTC Central Admission Scheme Launches Next Wednesday
    Offering Diverse Industry-aligned Programmes for HKDSE Candidates
    08 Jul 2025 CLP Power and Vocational Training Council Sign New MoU to Accelerate Sustainability Journey and Nurture Young Energy Management Professionals
    05 Jul 2025 Announcement of New Directorate Appointment
    04 Jul 2025 VTC signs MoU with Sino Group to cultivate a new generation of real estate and property management professionals
    June 2025
    Date: Article
    30 Jun 2025 VTC holds Flag-Raising Ceremony to celebrate the HKSAR’s 28th Anniversary
    27 Jun 2025 [News from Institutions] “Hong Kong Design Institute Emerging Design Talents 2025”
    Emerging Designers Illuminate Creative Art and Life’s Infinite Possibilities
    23 Jun 2025 VTC and HKFYG to co-host Symposium and Workshop for DSE Graduates 2025 to ignite their interests and pave the way to success through flexible and seamless study pathways
    May 2025
    Date: Article
    26 May 2025 Opening of the Metaverse Innovation Centre
    VTC signs MoUs with three Blockchain Gaming, Metaverse and Web3 organisations
    21 May 2025 VTC signs MoU with the Shandong Provincial Education Department to promote VPET
    12 May 2025 [News from Institutions] WorldSkills Hong Kong Competition 2025 kicks off
    Records high numbers of applicants and skills trades, skills helps young people develop careers
    07 May 2025 Earn and Learn 10th Anniversary cum Outstanding Apprentice Awards Presentation Ceremony 2025
    April 2025
    Date: Article
    30 Apr 2025 Explore diversified progression programme selection strategies at VTC Programme Selection Info Day
    Paving the way to success through flexible and seamless pathways
    25 Apr 2025 [News from Institutions] Hong Kong Design Institute establishes Comic Education Base to nurture next generation of creators for the market. The first “Boundless Passion: The Power of Comics across Cultures” exhibition unites iconic works from Hong Ko
    01 Apr 2025 [News from Institutions] Hong Kong Design Institute Holds "Hong Kong Design Institute: Emerging Design Talents Exhibition" at Nantou City for the First Time
    March 2025
    Date: Article
    27 Mar 2025 [News from Institutions] Nurturing the Next Generation of Designers: Kai Tak Sports Park Collaborates with Hong Kong Design Institute for an Outdoor Sculpture Design Competition
    21 Mar 2025 VTC signs MoU with China Post (Hong Kong) to foster talent development in aviation and logistics
    05 Mar 2025 VTC and Department of Education of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region sign MoU to promote VPET and talent mobility
    03 Mar 2025 VTC signs MoU with Hong Kong Police Force to foster talent development
    February 2025
    Date: Article
    27 Feb 2025 VTC releases the first Sustainability Report
    26 Feb 2025 VTC’s response to the 2025-2026 Budget
    13 Feb 2025 Parents’ Programme 2025 empowers parents and students to explore diverse progression pathways while enabling students to pursue their dreams
    January 2025
    Date: Article
    27 Jan 2025 Vocational Training Council and Dorsett Hospitality International Sign Memorandum of Understanding: First Tertiary Education Institution to Partner with the Hospitality Group to Nurture Vocational Professionals
    24 Jan 2025 [News from Institutions] Grand Opening of HKDI Gallery’s 2024-2025 Flagship Exhibitions : Tonight with the Impressionists, Paris 1874 –An Immersive Expedition in Virtual Reality and The Warm-beings: Guangzhou Design Triennial – Hong Kong Exhibition
    10 Jan 2025 [News from Institutions] HKDI Gallery Presents its 2024-2025 Flagship Exhibitions
    Tonight with the Impressionists, Paris 1874 – An Immersive Expedition in Virtual Reality and The Warm-beings: Guangzhou Design Triennial – Hong Kong Exhibition
    09 Jan 2025 VTC to participate in Education & Careers Expo 2025
    showcasing learning outcomes from vocational talent in multiple skills
    07 Jan 2025 HKIIT signs MoU with Digital Policy Office to promote IT training for government departments and public organisations
    December 2024
    Date: Article
    31 Dec 2024 VTC holds Flag Raising Ceremony to welcome the New Year
    20 Dec 2024 [News from Institutions] Hong Kong Design Institute collaborates with artificial intelligence technology company Pulse9 for ‘IITERNITI + U - A Korean Virtual Idol Exhibition’
    20 Dec 2024 Hong Kong Chinese Enterprises Association and China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch make HK$600,000 donation to VTC to support Vocational and Professional Education and Training
    03 Dec 2024 VTC holds the 2024 Graduation Ceremonies to confer awards to over 13,000 graduates
    November 2024
    Date: Article
    25 Nov 2024 [News from Institutions]Number of competitors surges in Hong Kong Junior Skills Competition 2024
    Passionate secondary students compete in 7 skills trades
    15 Nov 2024 Digital Policy Office, in collaboration with CSTCB, HKIRC and HKIIT, launches the Hong Kong’s first real-life cybersecurity attack and defence drill
    13 Nov 2024 HKSAR Chief Executive meets Team Hong Kong from WorldSkills Lyon 2024 to commend skilled young talents
    07 Nov 2024 VTC authorised as Hong Kong's first batch of training providers and examination centres for Certified Information Security Professional (CISP) training programme
    04 Nov 2024 VTC programmes online application opens starting 7 November with new programmes offered to address market needs
    October 2024
    Date: Article
    31 Oct 2024 Join IVE, HKDI, HKIIT, HTI/CCI/ICI and THEi Info Day to enrich the understanding of diverse VPET progression pathways
    29 Oct 2024 Addition of eligible programmes under the Vocational Professionals Admission Scheme (VPAS) enriches the VPET talent pool
    26 Oct 2024 VTC participates in InnoCarnival 2024
    I&T projects demonstrate vocational skills for creating a smart future
    23 Oct 2024 VTC signs MoU with Huawei to nurture Hong Kong innovation and technology talents
    17 Oct 2024 VTC confers Honorary Fellowships on four distinguished industry leaders
    16 Oct 2024 VTC warmly welcomes initiatives in Policy Address to support VPET development
    02 Oct 2024 VTC signs MoU with HKGCC to promote VPET and expand GBA’s talent pool
    September 2024
    Date: Article
    30 Sep 2024 VTC holds Flag Raising Ceremony in celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China
    16 Sep 2024 Team Hong Kong claim 1 Gold 1 Sliver 2 Bronze Medals and 10 Medallions for Excellence at WorldSkills Lyon 2024
    August 2024
    Date: Article
    20 Aug 2024 Team Hong Kong vows to deliver its best at upcoming WorldSkills Lyon 2024
    July 2024
    Date: Article
    29 Jul 2024 VTC and Kai Tak Sports Park collaborate to nurture talent and promote sports industry development
    17 Jul 2024 VTC Central Admission Scheme commences
    Admission arrangements optimised for students with non-academic strengths
    11 Jul 2024 VTC Central Admission Scheme offers over 140 programmes
    Welcomes applications from HKDSE candidates
    04 Jul 2024 [News from Institutions]"HKVTC Shop Go Public Ceremony cum Keep On Live Competition 2024"
    VTC receives support from TMall and HKTVmall to nurture e-commerce talents
    June 2024
    Date: Article
    28 Jun 2024 VTC holds Flag Raising Ceremony to celebrate the 27th Anniversary of the establishment of the HKSAR
    26 Jun 2024 VTC-ITE International Student Seminar 2024
    empowers youth to be change makers
    24 Jun 2024 HealthTech Forum 2024
    Experts in Greater Bay Area delve into tech-driven healthcare trends
    20 Jun 2024 [News from Institutions] ‘Hong Kong Design Institute Emerging Design Talents 2024: Transform’ Leading Social Change through Design
    20 Jun 2024 VTC and HKFYG to co-host Symposium and Workshop for DSE Graduates 2024 providing latest information on study options to candidates to chart their pathways
    14 Jun 2024 VTC signs MoU with CICHK to cultivate professionals in the hydrogen energy area and promote the development of new energy transport
    13 Jun 2024 Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology (HKIIT) launched as Hong Kong’s first dedicated IT tertiary institute for grooming IT talent
    May 2024
    Date: Article
    27 May 2024 Promoting VPET, Elevating Apprenticeship:
    VTC hosts Earn and Learn Day and Outstanding Apprentice Award Presentation
    07 May 2024 Explore diversified progression pathways and programme selection strategies at VTC Programme Selection Info Day
    Turning interests into future success
    April 2024
    Date: Article
    29 Apr 2024 [News from Institutions]VTC signs MoU with the Customs and Excise Department
    To Strengthen IVE Programmes and Customs On-the-job Training For a Sustainable Talent Supply Chain
    23 Apr 2024 HKIIT and IBM collaborate to groom IT talent through AI and digital skills training
    March 2024
    Date: Article
    21 Mar 2024 VTC and Department of Education of the People's Government of Zhejiang Province sign MoU to promote VPET and talent mobility
    14 Mar 2024 Parents’ Programme 2024 to help parents and DSE candidates explore diverse progression paths and
    develop students’ resilience and communication skills
    11 Mar 2024 [News from Institutions] Hong Kong Design Institute Opens New Virtual Production Studio – the Largest Filming and Education Venue to Nurture the Film Specialists of Virtual Production in Hong Kong
    February 2024
    Date: Article
    28 Feb 2024 VTC welcomes the Budget to support the development of Vocational and Professional Education and Training
    22 Feb 2024 VTC supports the enactment of the Basic Law Article 23 legislation
    05 Feb 2024 [News from Institutions]Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI) and Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts (GAFA) present the debut co-organised “Tradition in the Future—GAFA Cultural Innovation Design Exhibition”
    Encouraging emerging designers to jointly de
    January 2024
    Date: Article
    31 Jan 2024 [News from Institutions]VTC signs MoU with HKTV becomes first tertiary institution to partner with HKTV to nurture local e-commerce talents
    25 Jan 2024 VTC to participate in Education & Careers Expo 2024, Secretary for the Civil Service visits VTC Booth to view I&T projects
    19 Jan 2024 [News from Institutions]HKDI Gallery Proudly Presents its 2024 Flagship Design Exhibitions
    “Ma Yansong: Landscapes in Motion” and “ITALY: A New Collective Landscape”
    16 Jan 2024 VTC and SF&OC sign MoU to provide athletes with comprehensive educational and career support for a successful transition to post-retirement careers
    15 Jan 2024 VTC to participate in Education & Careers Expo 2024,
    showcasing I&T projects and skills training for the future
    02 Jan 2024 Hong Kong Chinese Enterprises Association and China Development Bank Hong Kong Branch make donation to VTC to support vocational and professional education and training
    December 2023
    Date: Article
    29 Dec 2023 VTC holds Flag Raising Ceremony to welcome 2024
    12 Dec 2023 [News from Institutions]Lenovo and Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology collaborate to cultivate IT talent
    Both parties will co-develop new curriculum to nurture talent and fill the IT talent gap in Hong Kong
    03 Dec 2023 VTC holds 2023 Graduation Ceremonies and Presentation Ceremony for Dr Ng Tat-lun Memorial Outstanding Students Award Scheme
    November 2023
    Date: Article
    29 Nov 2023 [News from Institutions]Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI) partners with renowned film production brands, disguise, Dolby, and ARRI, to establish internationally recognised certification training centres
    28 Nov 2023 [News from Institutions] Team Hong Kong wins 1 Gold 1 Silver 4 Bronze medals in Guangzhou/Hong Kong/Macao/Chengdu Youth Skills Competition
    Young talents from four cities strive for excellence in skill
    26 Nov 2023 [News from Institutions] WorldSkills Hong Kong Competition 2023 concludes
    Young skilled talents aspire to shine in WorldSkills Lyon 2024
    07 Nov 2023 VTC programmes open for online application starting 9 November, with new programmes meeting market needs and providing diversified admission routes
    03 Nov 2023 VTC and Guangdong Human Resources and Social Security Department sign a Collaboration Framework Agreement to promote talent mobility
    02 Nov 2023 IVE, HKDI, HTI/CCI/ICI and THEi Info Days to present diverse VPET progression pathways
    01 Nov 2023 VTC establishes Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology for grooming IT talents
    October 2023
    Date: Article
    30 Oct 2023 Vocational Professionals Admission Scheme (VPAS)
    Bridging the manpower gap for technicians and professional talents

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