iTV.ge | “Tegeta for Women” – the student mechanic training project has started

Tegita Academywithin the framework of the “Women Tegeta” project, a student mechanic training program was launched. The project provides women interested in this field with the opportunity to receive free theoretical and practical training and master a new profession. Ten students, selected by interview from about 40 candidates, began studying at the academy on August 19. Tegeta Holding Acting CEO Ekaterine Kavtaradze and management representatives congratulated them on the start of their studies.

After passing the theoretical course on the general structure of a vehicle, the participants of the program will master the practical part of their field of interest with the help of experienced instructors. The student mechanic training program of Tegeta Academy is the first program specifically for women. The training and internship phase lasts from 6 months to 1 year, depending on the field in question. In addition to theoretical training, the practical fields include vehicle repair and electrical diagnostics as well as fast service.

Otar Sikharulidze, President of Tegeta Academy: “We have been offering a training program for apprentice mechanics at the Tegeta Academy for a long time, and now we are trying to make it look more structured and help women get a career. We have developed a model, within the framework of which applicants will receive intensive theoretical training for 1 month at the “Tegeta Academy” and study the basic structure of a light vehicle from all angles. After that, the academy provides practical training at the “Tegeta Motors” service center, where program participants will have the opportunity to learn practical knowledge with experienced mentors according to the chosen direction. The choice of direction depends on the participants’ wishes on the one hand and on the abilities they have demonstrated during training on the other. Applicants will receive a monthly stipend during their theoretical and practical studies, and if they show appropriate skills, they will have the opportunity to get employed at Tegeta.

Support and empowerment of women “Tegita Holdings” It is one of the important directions of corporate social responsibility. The company has been paying attention to the development of the automotive industry for many years and believes that career choices cannot be determined by gender.

Tatia Khorbaladze, Head of Strategic Communications at Tegeta Holding: “At Tegeta, we believe that career interests are not determined by gender. This is demonstrated by the new program of “Tegeta Holding” for “Tegeta Women”, which aims to support women in sharing their expertise and creating completely new career opportunities. Applicants do not need to have any prior knowledge, their motivation and desire to acquire a new career are decisive. Our goal is to overcome gender barriers in the professional field, especially in the context of Tegeta’s activities, and we always focus on creating equal opportunities for women and men in the working environment. I think this course will help women find their own interests and achieve career development. “

The team of “Tegeta Academy” professionals and mentors will be responsible for the learning and career development of the women participating in the program. At Tegeta Academy, students can expect career development opportunities and full support during the entrepreneurial phase.