Chungnam Supports 'Successful Settlement in Fishing Villages' by Operating Fishing Village Schools

[Asia Economy (Hongseong) Reporter Jeong Il-woong] The Chungnam Provincial Fisheries Resources Research Institute announced on the 21st that it is recruiting students for the "7th Returning to Fishing Village School" until the 29th of this month.

The Returning to Fishing Village School is operated to help prospective returnees successfully settle in fishing villages.

The program is divided into basic knowledge of fisheries and customized education programs. It consists of theoretical education (2 weeks) necessary for fishing, aquaculture, and start-ups, and a 2-week on-site experiential training in a residential format.

The recruitment target is returnees or those wishing to return to fishing villages aged 18 to under 65. The Provincial Fisheries Resources Research Institute will select a final 25 students through document screening and interviews.

Additionally, among those who complete the course, a one-week training for obtaining a power water leisure equipment operation license will be provided to those who wish.

Those who wish to participate in the Returning to Fishing Village School can submit the application form, self-introduction letter, and other required documents by visiting the Technical Extension Division of the Provincial Fisheries Resources Research Institute or by mail (including email) or fax.

For more detailed information about participation in the Returning to Fishing Village School, please check the provincial website and the Fisheries Resources Research Institute website.

Meanwhile, the Chungnam Returning to Fishing Village School was established in 2020 and has produced a total of 87 graduates (6 classes) to date.

As of last year, 399 people (356 households) who have returned to fishing villages reside in Chungnam, making it the second largest population nationwide.

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