C2adjectiveeducationwork
US/voʊˈkeɪ.ʃən.əl/
UK/vəʊˈkeɪ.ʃən.əl/
teaching the skills needed for a particular job or trade
In context
Germany's strong vocational training system is often praised for keeping youth unemployment low.
Vocational courses should not be seen as a second choice for weaker students.
She chose a vocational college and became a qualified electrician at nineteen.
Words that go with vocational
adjective + noun
- vocational trainingThe government plans to expand vocational training for young adults.
- vocational educationVocational education deserves the same respect as university.
- vocational coursesVocational courses in nursing and IT are very popular.
- vocational qualificationsEmployers increasingly value vocational qualifications.
- vocational skillsThe program teaches vocational skills such as welding and cooking.
- vocational schoolHe left high school and enrolled at a vocational school.