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Welcome to EIPC
At Ethio-Italy Polytechnic College, we believe in empowering students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed in today’s dynamic world. As a leading Technical and Vocational College, our mission is to provide hands-on, practical training that bridges the gap between education and industry.
Whether you are starting your journey, enhancing your skills, or preparing for a new career, our dedicated instructors, modern facilities, and industry-driven programs are here to support you every step of the way.
We invite you to explore our programs, discover opportunities, and join a vibrant community where innovation, excellence, and real-world learning come together.
Your future starts here. Welcome to Ethio-Italy Polytechnic College!
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To be the leading technical and vocational education and training center of excellence in the country’s by the 2030 G.C.
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Provide market-based training that plays a significant role in poverty reduction and economic growth by developing competent manpower rich in technological skill, knowledge & attitudes; And capacity building of micro, small and medium enterprises by providing comprehensive quality Industry Extension Services.
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About Us
Overview Ethio-Italy Polytechnic College (EIPC)
The Ethio-Italy Polytechnic College (EIPC) is a government-owned higher Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution located in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia. Established under the Dire Dawa Administration (DDA) Council proclamation no. 568/2004, it aims to provide market-oriented training and industry-relevant skills. The college delivers both long-term (Levels I–V and degree programs) and short-term TVET programs across nine departments, including Metal Engineering/Manufacturing, Automotive, Electrical and Electronics, IT, Building and Road Construction, Surveying, Furniture Making, Hospitality, and Business & Finance.
With an annual enrollment capacity of 4,356 students, the college has already graduated tens of thousands of skilled technicians. Its vision is to become Ethiopia’s leading TVET institution and a Center of Excellence by 2030, with a mission of contributing to poverty reduction, job creation, and industrial development through technology-rich and entrepreneurial training.
- Establishment: Founded in 2004 E.C. (2011/12 G.C.), through collaboration between the Ethiopian Ministry of Education and the Italian Government’s public higher TVET institutions
- Initial Capacity: Began with four G+4 buildings (64 rooms), 15 training staff, 17 administrative staff, and 450 students across seven departments.
- Growth: Since then, it has trained and graduated over 26,000 long-term trainees and 31,000 short-term trainees in different TVET programs. It also supports disadvantaged groups, unemployed graduates, and women through entrepreneurship and skills training.
- Accreditation: Recognized by the Dire Dawa TVET Agency and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education to provide certified training programs from Level I to V, degree programs, and short-term competency-based training.
- Community Role: Actively engages in industry extension services, cooperative training, technology transfer, and research. It also contributes to local development, including support for low-income families, women, disabled groups, and regional TVET institutions.
- Strategic Direction: Through the EASE (Education and Skills for Employability) Project, EIPTC is working toward becoming a Center of Excellence in Metal Manufacturing Technology, aligning with Ethiopia’s ten-year development strategy and Africa’s Agenda 2063.
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