Hong Kong of education system

Students graduated from secondary schools lack the skills and knowledge for entering the job market and what they possess is knowledge needed for university studies rather than for the workplace.

In the 2003/04 school year, the Hong Kong SAR Government piloted 12 COC courses in senior secondary school (SSS). There are 17 classes covering 382 students coming from 57 different schools. In 2004/05 school year the courses increased to 32, offering 69 classes to 1427 students coming from 132 schools. Through the COC, the Hong Kong SAR Government expects students can develop better understanding about their career orientation and competency. This can also help students decide on life objectives. Many students also understand the importance of studying hard and become more motivated in learning other subjects. Through the study of career-oriented courses, students would also develop their generic skills, values and attitude, acquire the knowledge and skills as well as understand the workplace requirement of a particular career. New Choices and Chances for Students.

With COC studies, students not only learn more knowledge about their chosen professions, but also expose themselves to the professions earlier through various kinds of practices or visits. COC and Self-Concept Development

COC teachers play another significant role in motivating and developing students’ interests as well. COC teachers can also provide practical feedback for students to develop skills and attitude, at the same time; students can see the skills accumulated are strongly relevant to the job required and increase their motivation.

After a period of studies, most of the Form 5 students can acuminate certain level sense of success throughout their studies and develop a better self concept, some even want to further their studies after graduation.