Tunisia's ATFP Unveils Vocational Training Programs for Graduates

The Tunisian Agency for Professional Training (ATFP) is actively participating in the 2026 national and regional university orientation days to showcase its diverse vocational training pathways and specializations. The agency aims to guide new baccalaureate graduates toward suitable professional opportunities, particularly in higher technician roles.

Olfa Chelli, responsible for information, orientation, and support at ATFP, highlighted the initiative's goal to inform students about available training options. She explained that ATFP provides training at three main levels: the professional aptitude certificate, the professional technician certificate, and the higher professional technician certificate. "The agency offers professional training in 12 sectors and ensures that specialties meet the needs of the job market," Chelli stated.

For the September 2026 session, which began inscriptions on June 20, ATFP is offering 103 higher professional technician training programs. These programs are designed for baccalaureate holders and those with higher diplomas, covering multiple sectors and available in various regions across Tunisia. In the Sousse governorate alone, three sector-specific centers are offering higher technician level training.

These centers include the Sectoral Center for Training in Welding, Mechanics, and Plastics, which offers four specialties; the Sectoral Center for Training in Electronics, providing three specialties; and the Sectoral Center for Service Professions, offering courses in accounting, finance, executive assistance, and commerce. Chelli encouraged prospective students to explore the agency's official website to find a program aligned with their ambitions.

A key advantage of ATFP's vocational training is its "alternance" system, a work-study program that balances theoretical education with practical experience. This approach is designed to enhance employability and provide students with real-world skills demanded by the labor market.

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The agency offers professional training in 12 sectors and ensures that specialties meet the needs of the job market.