Deputy Bolot Ibragimov expressed dissatisfaction with the increased training time at a session of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 15. He believes that the real problem of high accident rates lies not in training but in corruption and insufficient state oversight.
His opinion was supported by Deputy Dastan Bekeshev, who reminded that in countries like Japan and the USA, training takes only about three months. Bekeshev fears that rising costs and prolonged training may lead Kyrgyz citizens to seek education in neighboring countries such as Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, which, instead of the expected increase in safety, could result in "educational tourism." At the same time, the Presidential Administration announced the start of student recruitment on January 19 through the "Tunduk" system. Currently, most driving schools in the capital are not enrolling students.
What profession can be mastered in 10 months?
The editorial team decided to find out which professions are available for study during the same period that a future driver is undergoing training in a driving school. It turned out that the choice is quite broad. For example, at vocational college No. 10, one can become a cook in just 10 months, and a pastry chef in 12 months. Given that most meetings in Kyrgyzstan take place in cafes and restaurants, cooks have good employment prospects, and there are budget places available at the college.Tour Operator
Considering the growing interest in foreign travel and people's desire to simplify travel organization, the profession of a tour operator is becoming increasingly in demand. These specialists handle visa processing, ticket booking, hotel reservations, and logistics. Training can be completed at one of the specialized colleges or through courses offered by travel companies, which usually last about two months.Auto Electrician
At vocational college No. 20, young people up to 35 years old can become auto electricians. Training lasts 10 months and starts from scratch.IT Specialist
In IT centers in Bishkek, one can master the profession of graphic designer or software tester in four months. If you spend a little more time, you can become a motion design specialist in five months, and learn Python programming in six months. IT specialists recommend not limiting oneself to a single specialty and choosing comprehensive courses, such as "full-stack development," which cover three areas: backend, frontend, and design, as well as testing finished products. One programming school offers training over eight months with regular classes.Learning a Foreign Language
English language teachers note that one level can be completed in 3.5 months if the student actively participates in classes. In 10 months, it is possible to master two levels and advance to the third. Turkish language courses usually last about three months for one level, while the basic level of Chinese is studied for a longer time - from six to ten months. Thus, in 10 months, one can significantly improve language skills and elevate their level.Beauty Industry
Considerable time can also be spent in the beauty industry, obtaining certificates in several specialties such as hairdresser, makeup artist, colorist, and manicure master. In this case, the experience and skills of the instructor are more important than just the duration of the courses, which typically last from one to three months.Seamstress and Designer of National Clothing
Training to become a tailor with cutting skills can be completed at a vocational college, for example, at college No. 17, where an official document is issued upon graduation. Courses in national clothing design are available at vocational college No. 10, and one can also learn from private masters. These courses usually take less than 10 months, after which graduates can start working in the sewing industry, which is highly valued in the foreign market.
