Circular No. 20/2013/TT-BLDTBXH promulgates the List of equipment for vocational training at intermediate and higher vocational levels for trades such as Medical Electronic Equipment Technology; Medical Imaging Equipment Technology; Operation and Maintenance of Electric Pump Stations; Operation and Maintenance of Refrigeration Equipment; Database Management; Office Computing; Ship Handling Control; Topographic Surveying; Marine Environmental Protection; Biotechnology; Cultivation of Food Crops and Foodstuffs; Receptionist Services - Reception Management.

Circular No. 20/2013/TT-BLDTBXH stipulates the List of equipment for vocational training at intermediate and higher vocational levels for trades such as Medical Electronic Equipment Technology, Operation and Maintenance of Electric Pump Stations, Database Management, etc., applicable to vocational education institutions.

Document No.20/2013/TT-BLĐTBXH
Document typeCircular
Issuing authorityMinistry of Home Affairs
Signed byNguyễn Ngọc Phi — Thứ trưởng
Updated25/06/2026
SectorLabour, War Invalids and Social Affairs
FieldSalt Industry
Issued date04/10/2013
Effective date19/11/2013
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

Circular No. 20/2013/TT-BLDTBXH stipulates the List of equipment for vocational training at intermediate and higher vocational levels for trades such as Medical Electronic Equipment Technology, Operation and Maintenance of Electric Pump Stations, Database Management, etc., applicable to vocational education institutions.

Scope of application

Intermediate vocational schools, higher vocational schools, intermediate specialized schools, higher specialized schools, and universities that have registered to teach the trades mentioned in this Circular.

Key points

  • Intermediate vocational schools, higher vocational schools, intermediate specialized schools, higher specialized schools, and universities teaching trades such as Medical Electronic Equipment Technology, Operation and Maintenance of Electric Pump Stations, Database Management shall apply the List of equipment for vocational training.
  • This Circular takes effect from November 19, 2013.

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive impact: Ensuring the quality of vocational training through the use of appropriate training equipment.
  • Negative impact: The cost of purchasing new equipment for schools may increase.

❓ Frequently asked questions

Which educational institutions does this Circular apply to?

This Circular applies to intermediate vocational schools, higher vocational schools, intermediate specialized schools, higher specialized schools, and universities that have registered to teach the trades mentioned in this Circular.

When does this Circular take effect?

This Circular takes effect from November 19, 2013.

How is the List of equipment for vocational training applied to educational institutions?

The List of equipment for vocational training serves as a basis for teaching and practical activities at intermediate vocational schools, higher vocational schools, intermediate specialized schools, higher specialized schools, and universities.

Who is responsible for resolving any issues during implementation?

In the course of implementation, if any issues arise, they should be promptly reported to the Ministry of Labor - Invalids and Social Affairs for study and resolution.

How many trades does this Circular apply to?

This Circular applies to 12 trades: Medical Electronic Equipment Technology; Medical Imaging Equipment Technology; Operation and Maintenance of Electric Pump Stations; Operation and Maintenance of Refrigeration Equipment; Database Management; Office Computing; Ship Handling Control; Topographic Surveying; Marine Environmental Protection; Biotechnology; Cultivation of Food Crops and Foodstuffs; Receptionist Services - Reception Management.

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MINISTRY OF LABOR - INVALIDS AND SOCIAL AFFAIRS

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM
Independence – Freedom – Happiness

Number: 20/2013/TT-BLDTBXH Issued by the Ministry of Labor - Invalids and Social Affairs on October 4, 2013

CIRCULAR

Issuing the List of Equipment for Vocational Training at the Intermediate Technical Level and Higher Vocational Level for the following trades:Medical Electronic Equipment Technology; Medical Imaging Equipment Technology; Operation and Maintenance of Electric Pump Stations;Refrigeration Equipment Operation and Maintenance; Database Management; Office Information Technology;Ship Control; Topographic Surveying; Marine Environmental Protection; Biotechnology; Food Crop Cultivation; Reception and Hotel Management Services

_____________________________

 

Pursuant to the Vocational Training Law dated 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 stipulating the List of Equipment for Vocational Training at the Intermediate Technical Level and Higher Vocational Level for the following trades: Medical Electronic Equipment Technology; Medical Imaging Equipment Technology; Operation and Maintenance of Electric Pump Stations; Refrigeration Equipment Operation and Maintenance; Database Management; Office Information Technology; Ship Control; Topographic Surveying; Marine Environmental Protection; Biotechnology; Food Crop Cultivation; Reception and Hotel Management Services,

REGULATION LEGAL

Article 1. BThis Circular hereby promulgates the List of Equipment for Vocational Training at the Intermediate Technical Level and Higher Vocational Level for the following trades: Medical Electronic Equipment Technology; Medical Imaging Equipment Technology; Operation and Maintenance of Electric Pump Stations; Refrigeration Equipment Operation and Maintenance; Database Management; Office Information Technology; Ship Control; Topographic Surveying; Marine Environmental Protection; Biotechnology; Food Crop Cultivation; Reception and Hotel Management Services to be applied to intermediate technical schools, higher vocational schools, intermediate specialized schools, higher education institutions, and universities that have registered to teach these trades.

Article 2. This Circular takes effect from November 19, 2013.

Article 3. Ministries, ministerial-level agencies, government agencies, political-social organizations, provincial people's committees under central cities, the Vocational Training Administration, intermediate technical schools, higher vocational schools, intermediate specialized schools, higher education institutions, and universities that have registered to teach these trades and related units shall be responsible for implementing this Circular.

During 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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