The students are also offered apprentice training in private and public sector.

After temporary existence of the secondary agricultural school, the commercial academy and apprentice training centres were established here too.

The factory which closed in 2002 employed over 4,000 employees at its peak and was a major engineering apprentice training employer.

Support activities included a well-equipped and staffed medical centre and apprentice training school and hostel.

About 250 people will enter each year for advanced apprentice training, with support from their employers.