Vocational Guidance and Counseling compulsory under new education reforms
The Government has decided to make vocational guidance compulsory in schools for grades 6 and above, education officials said.
Dr. Upali Sedara – the Secretary to the State Ministry of Education Reforms, Open Universities & Distance Learning Promotion said this measure will be taken under the new education reforms.
“Through this initiative students will be directed for job oriented training, while they complete studies,” Dr. Upali Sedara further noted.
In addition, counseling in schools will also be made compulsory, with the intention of providing solutions to various psychological and social problems among children.
Dr. Upali Sedara further noted that a certificate will be issued to every child who passes the ninth grade certifying that the period of compulsory education has been completed.
(Source: News 1st)
Latest Headlines in Sri Lanka
- Sri Lanka to install 500 new telecom towers in three years November 13, 2025
- Namal outlines intention of snti-govt rally to demand fulfilled promises November 13, 2025
- Sri Lanka holds high-level talks to tackle illegal fishing, poaching and drug trafficking November 13, 2025
- Five Sri Lankans held in Maldives over massive drug bust November 13, 2025
- Man arrested for attacking Traffic Sergeant in Anuradhapura November 13, 2025
