Statutory Body
Established to strengthen technical and technological education in Mauritius.
ABOUT ITET
Learn more about ITET, its mandate, legal framework, milestones and Board Members.
Overview
The Institute of Technical Education and Technology (ITET) is a statutory body operating under the aegis of the Ministry of Education and Human Resource.
ITET provides technical and technology education to support skills development and prepare learners for further studies and employment.
Established to strengthen technical and technological education in Mauritius.
Administrative and programme activities are based at the Beau Vallon Technical Education Centre.
Practical learning that supports progression to further studies and employment.
Our Mandate
ITET’s mandate includes developing curricula, delivering quality technical education, awarding qualifications and collaborating with industry and educational institutions. Its activities support practical learning, innovation and the development of skills relevant to the economy.
Designing learning pathways aligned with technical and technological priorities.
Delivering practical education that prepares learners for work and further learning.
Supporting recognised technical qualifications and structured progression pathways.
Working with partners to keep training relevant to labour-market needs.
Our Approach
ITET connects academic knowledge with practical application. Through technical education, technology awareness, short courses and qualification development, the Institute supports learners in acquiring skills relevant to a changing working environment.
Legal Framework
The establishment of ITET was announced in the Government Programme 2020–2024 as part of education reform, creating additional pathways for students to pursue technical education. The ITET Act 2021 provides the legal framework for the Institute’s operations and development.
Board Members
The current Board Members of the Institute of Technical Education and Technology are listed below.
1 Chairperson · 9 Members
STAFF DIRECTORY
Current staff information provided for publication by ITET.
Director, Institute of Technical Education and Technology
Key Milestones
ITET was announced as part of the Government Programme 2020–2024 to widen technical education pathways.
The ITET Act 2021 established the legal foundation for the Institute’s operations and development.
ITET reached 33 secondary schools and 1,833 students, and later delivered AI skilling sessions with reported attendance of 3,316 participants.
The Head Office relocated to Beau Vallon and ITET expanded practical short-course delivery and qualification development.