Vocational Training Center
The Vocational Training Center
Located in Patong
Many poor girls and women have never had the chance to have a proper education. They have been forced into trades that they might never have chosen themselves, especially in Patong. The center was set up to provide English, hairdressing, computer and massage courses. They are given an opportunity to improve their education, change careers and earn a decent living. There are over 500 Thai women and men enrolled at the Center.
Overall Objective:
Provide an opportunity for proper Vocational Training for women who have been forced into trades that they might never had chosen themselves through Massage, Hairdressing, Computer Skills and English education so they can receive certification to change their career and earn a decent living.
Class is in Session 9AM to NOON and 1-4PM every day Monday through Friday
How Can You Help?
Volunteer by teaching English. Resort and Hotel owners can contact us for trained masseurs if you have open employment opportunities.
Volunteer Program
You can download this file offering basic information and welcome for the Good Shepherd Volunteer Program in Phuket.
Facebook – Use this link for a separately managed FB page for the Vocational Center.
Wish List (please contact Sr. Euphrasia for current needs):
- English textbooks
- English -Thai dictionaries
- CSR project to paint and refurnish the school
- New massage mats and pillows
- Misc. hair dressing tools (hair dryers, straighteners, trimmers)
- SmartTV for English Class Training