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International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development

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ISSN: 2226-6348

Vocational Education and Training for Young Offenders in Juvenile Approved Schools

Nazirah Hassan , Muhammad Amirul Aidil Rosly

http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARPED/v10-i1/9620

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Vocational education and training is an important component for rehabilitating young offenders in juvenile approved schools. It provides offenders with technical skills and employment opportunities that can reduce the risk of reoffending and increase successful social reintegration into society. This study explores the potential benefits of vocational education and training programs for young offenders. Qualitative interviews were carried out with 16 young offenders comprising both male and female participants from two juvenile approved schools in Malaysia. The findings identify four main benefits of vocational education for young offenders, including positive adjustment, rehabilitative effects, positive transition to society and improve self-esteem. Young offenders also identify these benefits in reducing reoffending and improving their chances of successful community reintegration. This study has implications on evaluation of vocational education programs and policy improvements in juvenile approved schools.

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In-Text Citation: (Hassan & Rosly, 2021)
To Cite this Article: Hassan, N., & Rosly, M. A. A. (2021). Vocational Education and Training for Young Offenders in Juvenile Approved Schools. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 10(1), 642-650.