Singapore’s Institute of Technical Education (ITE) and TP-Link are collaborating to strengthen job readiness in the fast-growing information and communications technology (ICT) and security sectors.
The partnership will involve co-development of training curriculum and Continuing Education and Training courses tailored to equip students and adult learners with enterprise networking and surveillance skills that are in high demand.
About 600 students from Higher Nitec programmes in Electronics Engineering and Security System Integration are expected to benefit annually. They will gain hands-on experience through courses leading to industry-recognised certifications, including the Omada Certified Network Administrator for enterprise wireless and routing and switching, and the VIGI Certified Security Administrator for surveillance system integration.
Beyond the classroom, TP-Link will provide training equipment, internships, structured learning journeys, and opportunities for staff attachments and student competitions, enabling learners to apply their skills directly to real-world scenarios. The initiative aims to address industry needs for technicians who can design, deploy and maintain secure and scalable enterprise systems, an area where Singapore is currently facing a talent shortage.
Through the partnership, ITE and TP-Link aim to build a pipeline of ICT and security talent, equipping the next generation with not only technical expertise but also practical industry exposure that enhances long-term employability.
“By bringing industry expertise into the classroom and aligning training with real-world demands, we’re not only supporting local education but also investing in the future of Southeast Asia’s digital workforce,” said Mr Hugo Cai, Regional Director of TP-Link.
“By integrating industry-leading expertise and resources into our curriculum, we can better equip our students and CET learners with industry-relevant skills, enable them to acquire industry-recognised certifications, and give them a strong head start to embark on careers in this industry,” said Low Khah Gek, CEO of ITE.
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