ROC van Amsterdam – MBO College

ROC van Amsterdam (Regional Education and Training Centre of Amsterdam) is one of the largest public vocational education providers in the Netherlands, operating multiple MBO colleges across Amsterdam and its metropolitan area. The institution delivers the full spectrum of Dutch senior secondary vocational education from MBO level 1 through level 4, covering disciplines such as health and social care, business, IT, hospitality, education, logistics, retail, media, and technical trades. ROC van Amsterdam serves over 20,000 students each year, supported by dedicated educators and career advisors committed to practical, work-relevant training. Each MBO programme incorporates compulsory work placements, ensuring students gain professional experience before entering the labour market. The institution maintains close partnerships with hundreds of Amsterdam-based companies and public organisations to provide high-quality internships and to align curriculum development with current sector needs. ROC van Amsterdam is part of the Dutch national VET system governed by the MBO Act, with programmes formally funded by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science. Its main Europaboulevard campus serves as the institution’s central information and enrolment hub.