WorldSkills demo exams

The demonstration exam was introduced due to the structural changes in the system of technical and vocational education related to the socio-economic modernization of the country.

This event is held with the aim of creating innovative conditions for the training of highly qualified specialists with acquiring of modern methods and technologies, which allow students to demonstrate their professional competencies, aligned with the requirements of employers.

Social partners are invited to assess the work of students. Social partners are involved in the preparation of students, improvement of educational programs, as well as increase in the share of preparation for demonstrating the skills and abilities of graduates in specific production conditions.  

In 2022, demonstration exams were held in 8 state colleges of East Kazakhstan region which train personnel in a technical and technological profile based on the requirements of WorldSkills professional standards. In 2023, demo exams are additionally held in 5 state colleges for the qualifications of a cook, dry welding, electric and gas welder, electrician. One of these colleges is Ust-Kamenogorsk Higher Polytechnic College that held a demonstration exam in the qualification “Electrical work”.

Until 2025, it is tended to involve all 15 state colleges that train personnel in the technical and technological direction in demonstration exams.