Qtel expands training plan for nationals Monday, 21 November 2011 01:56

The BTEC trainees with Qtel’s senior officials.

DOHA: Qtel has hosted a larger BTEC 3 technical training programme this month to accommodate more Qataris seeking employment with the company after 11 trainees completed the training last month.

This second group of trainees, consisting of 36 high school graduates pursuing technical careers with Qtel, now has the opportunity to hone their technical and management skills under the tutelage of senior professional development experts.

Last month, the 11 Qatari trainees earned the BTEC Level 3 Certificate in ICT Principles and Systems following an intensive 15-month course of study.

A BTEC qualification is one of the most renowned vocational qualifications in the world, particularly in the Middle East and Europe teaching internationally accredited global industry standards.

Under the auspices of Qtel’s HR, Technology and International Services business units and Qatar Skills Academy, the second class will undergo 12-month technical certification study.

The trainees will be able to learn about core technical functionalities within the International services and Technology business units, with field work an important part of the programme. Once they have been certified, trainees are placed in various technical fields of Qtel in full-time positions.

The BTEC Level 3 Certificate in ICT Principles and Systems is just one of many specialised training programmes that Qtel offers to its Qatari employees and trainees. The company makes a concerted effort to make young Qataris interested in technical careers via its scholarship, internship and trainee programmes. Experienced employees also have a wealth of training and development opportunities at Qtel through online courses offered in partnership with ictQatar.

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