On October 8, 2026, Shirak State College of Crafts and Innovative Technologies was awarded the European Training Foundation (ETF) “Commitment to Vocational Excellence” badge.

This recognition marks an important step towards the development of vocational excellence, quality assurance, and internationalization, highlighting the institution’s commitment to continuous improvement and enhancing the quality of education.

The college’s Director, Deputy Directors, and Head of the Quality Assurance Centre were involved in the self-assessment process. They actively participated in evaluating the institution’s performance, identifying areas for development, and implementing measures to achieve excellence.

The team members received certificates in recognition of their participation and their commitment to improving the quality of vocational education.

The badge awarded by the European Training Foundation recognizes the efforts of staff members who value the self-assessment process and work consistently towards the development of their institution.

For the college, this recognition is not only an acknowledgement of the work accomplished but also a new incentive to strengthen its quality assurance culture, develop institutional capacity, and continue implementing international best practices.