TSIC 85220—Secondary vocational education

Where 85220 sits

1. P Education
2. 85 Education
3. 852 Secondary education
4. 8522 Secondary vocational education
5. 85220 Secondary vocational education

What 85220 includes

• Curricula that emphasize specific subject matter, both theoretical and practical, aligned with current or future employment conditions, have diverse objectives, ranging from preparing for general occupations to those requiring specialized skills. Instruction may be provided by training institutions of organizations or clients, educational institutions, workplaces, or homes, and via mail, television, the internet, or other methods. This level of education includes: • technical and vocational education below the level of higher education (Group 853) that awards vocational certificates that are equivalent to higher education, such as chefs, hotel staff, tour guides, etc. • special education for students with disabilities.

What 85220 excludes

• Technical and vocational education at levels higher than secondary and higher education is classified in class 8530.
• Teaching of performing arts for recreation, hobbies, and self-development purposes is classified in class 8542.
• Technical and vocational education that issues vocational certificates that cannot be equivalent to other educational levels, such as tailoring schools, driving schools, etc., is classified in group 854.
• Internships that are part of social welfare activities and do not provide accommodation are classified in division 88.

85220 in other systems