Abstract:
The main purpose of this study was to investigate the Implementation and challenges of
Outcome Based Training in Case of Public TVET Colleges, in Harari Regional State. The
research design used was Descriptive survey; and to attain the objectives of the study, 136
trainers were selected through available sampling and 194 trainees were selected trough
stratified sampling and filled the questionnaires. In addition, six deans and two counselees of
colleges were selected by available sampling technique and 6 agency experts were selected by
purposive sampling technique and interviewed, and document review and observation had been
used. As a result, the data obtained from different sources were analyzed using both
quantitative and qualitative methods; and accordingly the study showed, available teaching
staffs in terms of numbers and educational qualification were seen sufficient but they lack
experience. The colleges’ workshop/ demonstration rooms are well equipped and organized.
The reference books, manuals and modules are also enough to aid the training program. All
training tools and machines are functional in a good state of being. All consumable materials
are delivered with the moderate right quantity, quality and time. With regard to issues related
to implementation of the Out-come Based training (OBT) program, the result obtained
disclosed that in both colleges there is high awareness about the unit of competency in the
Ethiopian Occupational Standard (EOS), objectives of OBT and gave high emphasis to address
and master the objectives of OBT set in EOS. Trainers and trainees’ participation in
implementing OBT activities was also found high. The extent of mastering the unit of
competency set in the EOS of the respective departments was high. Respondents got opportunity
to practice/master the unit of competency in the EOS. The extent in which trainees
demonstrated their ability to carry out tasks in the EOS independently was high. Trainees have
got accesses in company and cooperative training moderately. Trainers and trainees’
commitment to implement OBT was also found high. In relation to sufficiency of the theoretical
training provided, respondents’ response was high. Also with regard to sufficiency of practical
training provided result is moderate. It is hence recommended that attention should be given to
recruit and for retention of experienced trainers and work on capacity building of less
experience trainers. With regard to cooperative and in company training; consumable training
materials and maintenance of training machines should take in consideration for best
implementation of OBT.