ROC van Amsterdam

ROC van Amsterdam is a leading vocational education and training institution located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Established in 1997, it offers over 300 vocational programs across various sectors, focusing on career preparation and societal participation. The institution serves a diverse student body, including adults seeking vocational training and students transitioning from secondary education, with more than 26,000 students enrolled. The main headquarters is situated at Fraijlemaborg 141, Amsterdam, and the institution operates through nine modern MBO colleges across the Amsterdam region, including Amstelveen, Hilversum, and Hoofddorp. ROC van Amsterdam is recognized as the largest vocational educational institute in the Netherlands, employing between 1,001 and 5,000 staff members. The institution also emphasizes personal development and responsibility, providing extensive training opportunities for its employees, including a Post-HBO certified in-company training program for teachers.