Circular No. 17/2013/TT-BLDTBXH promulgates the List of equipment for vocational training at the intermediate vocational level and higher vocational level for the following trades: wood carving technique; lacquer painting and mother-of-pearl inlay technique; industrial wastewater treatment; ceramic and building porcelain production; artificial panel manufacturing technology; construction carpentry and interior decoration; plant protection; plantation crop cultivation; veterinary science; pharmaceutical technology; rubber processing.

Circular No. 17/2013/TT-BLDTBXH stipulates the List of equipment for vocational training at the intermediate vocational level and higher vocational level for trades such as wood carving technique, lacquer painting and mother-of-pearl inlay technique, industrial wastewater treatment, ceramic and building porcelain production, artificial panels, construction carpentry, plant protection, plantation crop cultivation, veterinary science, pharmaceutical technology, and rubber processing. This Circular takes effect from October 24, 2013.

Document No.17/2013/TT-BLĐTBXH
Document typeCircular
Issuing authorityMinistry of Home Affairs
Signed byNguyễn Ngọc Phi — Thứ trưởng
Updated25/06/2026
FieldUncategorized
Issued date09/09/2013
Effective date24/10/2013
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

Circular No. 17/2013/TT-BLDTBXH stipulates the List of equipment for vocational training at the intermediate vocational level and higher vocational level for trades such as wood carving technique, lacquer painting and mother-of-pearl inlay technique, industrial wastewater treatment, ceramic and building porcelain production, artificial panels, construction carpentry, plant protection, plantation crop cultivation, veterinary science, pharmaceutical technology, and rubber processing. This Circular takes effect from October 24, 2013.

Scope of application

Intermediate vocational schools, higher vocational schools, intermediate specialized schools, colleges, and universities that have registered to conduct training in the trades specified in this Circular.

Key points

  • Intermediate vocational schools, higher vocational schools, intermediate specialized schools, colleges, and universities → must apply the List of equipment for vocational training at the intermediate vocational level and higher vocational level for the trades specified in this Circular.
  • This Circular takes effect from October 24, 2013.

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive impact: Ensuring the quality of vocational training, enhancing the capabilities of trainees.
  • Negative impact: May increase investment costs for equipment at vocational training schools.

❓ Frequently asked questions

To which schools does the List of equipment for vocational training stipulated in this Circular apply?

The List of equipment for vocational training applies to intermediate vocational schools, higher vocational schools, intermediate specialized schools, colleges, and universities that have registered to conduct training in the trades specified in this Circular.

When does this Circular take effect?

This Circular takes effect from October 24, 2013.

What actions must schools take to implement the List of equipment for vocational training stipulated in this Circular?

Intermediate vocational schools, higher vocational schools, intermediate specialized schools, colleges, and universities that have registered to conduct training in the trades specified in this Circular must apply the List of equipment for vocational training.

If there are difficulties in implementing this Circular, who will be responsible for resolving them?

In case of difficulties, please promptly report to the Ministry of Labor - Invalids and Social Affairs for research and resolution.

How many trades does this Circular apply to?

This Circular applies to 12 trades: wood carving technique; lacquer painting and mother-of-pearl inlay technique; industrial wastewater treatment; ceramic and building porcelain production; artificial panel manufacturing technology; construction carpentry and interior decoration; plant protection; plantation crop cultivation; veterinary science; pharmaceutical technology; rubber processing.

Full text

MINISTRY OF LABOR - INVALIDS AND SOCIAL AFFAIRS
SOCIAL

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM
Independence – Freedom – Happiness

Number: 17/2013/TT-BLDTBXH
Hanoi, September 9, 2013

CIRCULAR

Issuing the List of Equipment for Vocational Training at Intermediate Technical Level and Higher College Technical Level for the following trades:

Wood Carving Techniques; Lacquer and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Techniques; Industrial Wastewater Treatment; Ceramic and Building Porcelain Production;Artificial Board Manufacturing Technology; Construction Carpentry and Interior Decoration; Plant Protection;

Industrial Crop Cultivation; Veterinary Science; Pharmaceutical Technology; Rubber Processing

_____________________________ 

Pursuant to the Law Issued on November 29, 2006;

Pursuant to Decree No. 106/2012/NĐ-CP dated December 20, 2012, of the Government, stipulating the functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of the Ministry of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs;

Pursuant to the proposal of the General Director of the Vocational Training Administration;

The Minister of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs issues this Circular to stipulate the List of Equipment for Vocational Training at Intermediate Technical Level and Higher College Technical Level for the following trades: Wood Carving Techniques; Lacquer and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Techniques; Industrial Wastewater Treatment; Ceramic and Building Porcelain Production; Artificial Board Manufacturing Technology; Construction Carpentry and Interior Decoration; Plant Protection; Industrial Crop Cultivation; Veterinary Science; Pharmaceutical Technology; Rubber Processing.

Article 1. Attached to this Circular is the List of Equipment for Vocational Training at Intermediate Technical Level and Higher College Technical Level for the trades: Wood Carving Techniques; Lacquer and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Techniques; Industrial Wastewater Treatment; Ceramic and Building Porcelain Production; Artificial Board Manufacturing Technology; Construction Carpentry and Interior Decoration; Plant Protection; Industrial Crop Cultivation; Veterinary Science; Pharmaceutical Technology; Rubber Processing to be applied to intermediate technical schools, higher college technical schools, intermediate specialized schools, higher colleges, and universities that have registered to teach these trades.

Article 2. This Circular takes effect from October 24, 2013.

Article 3. Ministries, ministerial-level agencies, government agencies, political-social organizations, provincial People's Committees under central cities, the General Department of Vocational Training, intermediate technical schools, higher college technical schools, intermediate specialized schools, higher colleges, and universities that have registered to teach these trades, and related units shall be responsible for implementing this Circular.

In the course of implementation, if there are any difficulties, they are requested to promptly report to the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs for study and resolution./.

DEPUTY MINISTER
DEPUTY MINISTER
(Signed)
Nguyen Ngoc Phi

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