Annual Report 2023

89 2023 Annual Report Transport International Holdings Limited of the Qualifications Framework. In-service instructors are required to take the course and pass the examination. Upon completion of the course, they will obtain a qualification equivalent to a Higher Diploma. The “Certificate in Continuing Development for In-service Bus Captains” is another new course which includes a total of 50 hours of learning, aiming to provide in-depth training on comprehensive driving techniques and promote a positive attitude with an emphasis on road safety, defensive driving and handling emergencies. Guided by instructors and through practical training, current bus captains can strengthen their professional and safe driving skills while gaining knowledge about the latest developments and technological applications in the industry. The course has currently been recognised at Level Three of the Qualifications Framework. Upon completion and passing of the examination, in-service bus captains will receive recognition equivalent to a diploma qualification. The “Professional Certificate for Instructors in Franchised Bus Industry” course primarily teaches us to systematically handle teaching content, improve techniques, and develop effective teaching plans, thereby improving the overall quality of instruction. In the past, while we had extensive driving experience, most teaching skills were primarily acquired through oral tradition from senior colleagues and observation. In contrast, the current certificate courses are designed to facilitate more systematic planning and organisation of teaching, allowing us to gradually master a comprehensive range of teaching techniques. Moreover, the systematic teaching methods also improves the way we develop our teaching plans, thereby enhancing the KMB Academy’s recognition in terms of teaching quality. Currently, the course has obtained recognition at Level Four of the Qualifications Framework, which is equivalent to obtaining a Higher Diploma certificate. We are very grateful to the Company for affording us the opportunity of continuous learning. This certificate will not only benefit our work, but also boost our self- confidence and inspire confidence in others. My fellow bus captain training instructors and I will continue to train more outstanding and professional bus captains in the city, so the public can enjoy a safe and comfortable bus journey. Lee Kam Fai, KMB Academy Chief Instructor (Bus Captain Training)