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TOPS|tɒps|
[Acronym f. the initial letters of Training Opportunities Scheme.]
A system of vocational training programmes established in 1972, and organized by the Training Services Agency within the Manpower Services Commission. Also attrib.
1975Ann. Rep. Manpower Services Comm. 1974–75 8/3 The government's vocational training programmes, which were to be developed into the Training Opportunities Scheme (TOPS) to meet the needs of individuals. Ibid., The initial target for the TOPS scheme was to increase the number of people trained each year. 1979Jrnl. R. Soc. Arts Dec. 10/1 The Board arranged for TOPS candidates to be provided with special examinations in a limited range of subjects. |