On January 15, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Bolot Ibragimov expressed his doubts regarding the extension of training periods. He believes that the high accident rate is not related to the duration of the courses but to corruption, and that the state bears responsibility for the lack of honest oversight.
These views were supported by Deputy Dastan Bekeshev, who noted that in countries like Japan and the USA, training lasts only about three months. He also expressed concern that due to the increased cost and duration of the courses, citizens of Kyrgyzstan might start going to Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan for training. Thus, instead of enhancing safety within the country, the initiative could lead to the development of "educational tourism" in neighboring countries. Meanwhile, the Presidential Administration reported that student enrollment will begin on January 19 through the "Tunduk" system. Currently, most driving schools in the capital are not conducting enrollment.
What professions can be studied in 10 months?
The editorial team decided to find out what specialties can be mastered in the same 10 months during which future drivers will be studying in driving schools. It turned out that the choice is quite broad. For instance, at Vocational Lyceum No. 10, one can obtain a chef's specialty in 10 months, and a pastry chef's specialty in 12 months. Considering that most business meetings in Kyrgyzstan take place in restaurants and cafes, chefs have good chances of finding employment. The lyceum also offers budget places.Tour Operator
With the growing interest in foreign travel, the profession of a tour operator is becoming increasingly relevant. These specialists handle visa processing, ticket and hotel bookings, as well as logistics organization. Training for this profession can be completed at one of the vocational lyceums, but some travel companies offer their own courses, which can last about 2 months.Auto Electrician
At Vocational Lyceum No. 20, one can learn the profession of an auto electrician. The beginner courses, lasting 10 months, are intended for individuals up to 35 years old.IT Specialist
In IT centers in Bishkek, one can gain knowledge in graphic design or software testing in just four months. If a bit more time is dedicated, one can become a motion design specialist in five months, and learn programming in Python in six months. IT specialists themselves recommend not to limit oneself to a single specialization, as competition is high, and by choosing more comprehensive courses, such as "full-stack development," one can cover three areas at once: backend, frontend, and design, as well as testing skills. One programming school offers training for 8 months, provided there is active participation and regular study.Learning Foreign Languages
English language teachers report that one level can be completed in 3.5 months with active student participation. In 10 months, one can master two levels and progress to the third. Turkish language courses also last about 3 months for one level. The basic level of Chinese is studied longer—about 6-10 months. Thus, in 10 months, one can significantly improve their knowledge, although full mastery of the language will not occur.Beauty Industry
This period can also be productive for those interested in the beauty industry. During the time spent in driving school, one can obtain certificates as a hairdresser, makeup artist, colorist, and manicure master. In this case, the duration of training, which usually lasts 1-3 months, is less important than the master who conducts the classes and shares their experience.Sewing and National Design
Skills in tailoring can be acquired at one of the vocational lyceums, such as Lyceum No. 17, which issues an official document upon completion. Courses in national clothing design are also available at Vocational Lyceum No. 10. Additionally, there is an opportunity to undergo sewing training in private companies or with professionals. Typically, such courses take less than 10 months, after which one can start working in the sewing industry, which is highly valued abroad.
