Vietnamese-American Vocational Training College or "VATC", now known as American Polytechnic College is a private

vocational college A vocational school (alternatively known as a trade school, or technical school), is a type of educational institution, which, depending on the country, may refer to either secondary or post-secondary education designed to provide vocational ...

Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) ('','' TP.HCM; ), commonly known as Saigon (; ), is the most populous city in Vietnam with a population of around 14 million in 2025. The city's geography is defined by rivers and canals, of which the largest is Saigo ...

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, and licensed and regulated by the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids, and Social Affairs (MOLISA) of

. It was established in 1997 as an English-language training center, but became licensed to offer vocational college degrees in 2006. In 2012, VACT changed its name to American Polytechnic College - APC. American Polytechnic College - APC uses the work-based - learning method to help students get on well with the real working environment in the future. Classroom style teaching in APC combined with project work and practical, work-related activities help to develop students' behavioural skills, which can include teamwork, creative thinking and presentation skills. In addition, the students can choose the BTEC Program, which is school leaving qualification and vocational qualification taken in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Students study BTEC program in two languages: Vietnamese and English. With a rapidly growing student body, APC is now the first fully functional American community college in Vietnam. http://caodangvietmy.edu.vn

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