One of Dubai’s strengths has always been its position at the heart of the Middle East region. This means that a skilled and flexible workforce is seen as an important driver of growth and progress. Just as Dubai is the ideal place for young people to study for their degrees, so the opportunities for continuing education and training are expanding all the time.

The National Institute for Vocational Education (NIVE) and Tamkeen - which supports the visually-impaired - are both part of the KHDA team and ensure high-quality training for UAE nationals. NIVE uses its close links with industry to make sure its students’ skills match the needs of Dubai.

In the same way, the Emiratisation National Development Programme (ENDP) nurtures contacts in the private and public sectors to help nationals find the starting point they need for their career path.

With more than 250 approved training institutes offering a broad range of courses – from foreign languages and computer training to engineering, banking and finance – Dubai is an important regional destination for professional training. KHDA aims to support the delivery of high quality training which meets the needs of residents and employers in the Emirate.

Training institutes that already have Educational Services Permits from KHDA can access our e-Services  page for renewal and amendments to their permits.