Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Vocational education aims to equip students with skills aligned with industry demands. Competency Certification (UKK) is a key assessment to evaluate students’ readiness in Vocational High Schools (SMK). This study examines the management of UKK in SMK Negeri across Malinau Regency, focusing on planning, execution, and evaluation. Using a qualitative multi-site approach, the research involves school stakeholders, 12th-grade students, and examiners as key informants. The findings indicate that UKK implementation follows a structured process supported by industry collaboration. Supervision adheres to national guidelines, though a standardized fraud reporting system is lacking. Key challenges include student delays and limited equipment, while resource optimization and long-term projects serve as supporting factors. The study highlights the need for infrastructure improvements and enhanced supervision to ensure graduates meet industry standards, ultimately strengthening the quality of vocational education and workforce readiness.
Source: Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA
Authors: Indah Puji Rahayu, Slamet Lestari
Institution: Yogyakarta State University
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409568452