Abu Dhabi: The Department of Community Development (DCD) in Abu Dhabi and the Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to work together on licensing social care professionals in technical and vocational education institutions across Abu Dhabi.
By combining their efforts to license social workers in all establishments connected to the Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training, this Memorandum of Understanding seeks to improve the collaboration between DCD and ACTVET. The aim is to guarantee that Abu Dhabi’s social care services meet the most stringent international standards, thus improving the lives of locals.
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Hamad Ali Al Dhaheri, Undersecretary of the Department of Community Development, commented, “We are pleased to partner with the Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training, a key player in supplying the labor market with skilled professionals. This partnership is crucial in our mission to enhance the social sector in Abu Dhabi. The memorandum marks a significant step towards developing the social care sector in the emirate, ensuring a stable social environment built on the highest standards. By guaranteeing the quality of services provided by social care professionals in ACTVET-affiliated institutions, we are committed to improving the field of social care and the overall quality of life in our community.”
He added, “The Department of Community Development, through its relevant social sector authorities, is dedicated to providing top-tier social care services and licensing specialized professionals in line with existing regulations. This ensures their competence and adherence to legislation, enabling them to deliver services according to the highest professional standards.”