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Why Choose Us
Military Service Deferment
After enrolling in ACADEMY, active student status provides you with the opportunity to benefit from military service deferment during your studies in, accordance with Georgian legislation
Mother-Friendly Environment
Designed to help young mothers feel comfortable while pursuing their education.
Learn From Industry Experts
Students are guided by experienced professionals and industry specialists with years of practical expertise and academic experience.
Professional practice
Our students gain real-world experience through industry practice opportunities, while our strong professional network supports successful career development after graduation.
Education programs
Nursing Education
The Nursing program is designed for those who want to build a career in modern healthcare and gain practice-oriented education. The curriculum combines theoretical instruction with extensive clinical training.
Graduates are qualified to work in hospitals, clinics, emergency medical services, and other healthcare institutions.
Graduates are qualified to work in hospitals, clinics, emergency medical services, and other healthcare institutions.
Higher Professional Qualification in Nursing
Manana Kocholava
Head of the faculty
Nursing
1. Qualification Awarded
In Georgian: უმაღლესი პროფესიული კვალიფიკაცია საექთნო საქმეში
In English: Higher Vocational Qualification in Nursing
According to the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED), this qualification belongs to the detailed field:
Nursing and Midwifery
Code: 0913
Description
This qualification focuses on providing healthcare for patients, individuals with illnesses, and people with special needs, while supporting physicians and other healthcare professionals in patient diagnosis and treatment.
The Nursing qualification emphasizes maintaining patients' health and providing care during illness and rehabilitation. It also covers elderly care, care for individuals with special needs, as well as maternal care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, including newborn care and breastfeeding support.
2. Program Objective
The program aims to prepare highly qualified General Nurses who are competitive in both the Georgian and international labor markets.
3. Admission Requirements
Complete General Education (Secondary School Diploma)
4. Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Nursing program may be employed in:
5. Program Structure and Modules
The Nursing curriculum consists of 180 ECTS credits and includes both general and professional modules.
For Georgian-speaking students:
6. Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
Clinical TrainingClinical practice is conducted at the following partner institutions:
7. Awarding of the Qualification
To obtain the professional qualification, students must:
8. Admission
Admission is based on vocational entrance examinations in Chemistry and Biology.
In Georgian: უმაღლესი პროფესიული კვალიფიკაცია საექთნო საქმეში
In English: Higher Vocational Qualification in Nursing
According to the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED), this qualification belongs to the detailed field:
Nursing and Midwifery
Code: 0913
Description
This qualification focuses on providing healthcare for patients, individuals with illnesses, and people with special needs, while supporting physicians and other healthcare professionals in patient diagnosis and treatment.
The Nursing qualification emphasizes maintaining patients' health and providing care during illness and rehabilitation. It also covers elderly care, care for individuals with special needs, as well as maternal care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, including newborn care and breastfeeding support.
2. Program Objective
The program aims to prepare highly qualified General Nurses who are competitive in both the Georgian and international labor markets.
3. Admission Requirements
Complete General Education (Secondary School Diploma)
4. Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Nursing program may be employed in:
- Healthcare institutions
- Hospitals and medical centers of various profiles
- Home healthcare services
- Other organizations requiring professional nursing services
5. Program Structure and Modules
The Nursing curriculum consists of 180 ECTS credits and includes both general and professional modules.
- General ModulesGeneral Modules — 9 ECTS
- Basic Medical Sciences — 24 ECTS
- Nursing Theory — 45 ECTS
- Social Sciences — 6 ECTS
- Practical Training — 6 ECTS
- Clinical Practice — 90 ECTS
For Georgian-speaking students:
- Program Volume: 180 ECTS
- Duration: 113 academic weeks
- Program Volume: 210 ECTS
- Duration: 133 academic weeks
6. Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Assess patients' health conditions
- Provide nursing care for therapeutic patients
- Provide nursing care for surgical patients
- Provide emergency nursing care
- Provide nursing care for critically ill patients
- Deliver perioperative nursing care
- Provide nursing care in obstetrics and gynecology
- Provide pediatric nursing care
- Deliver home healthcare services
- Provide geriatric nursing care
- Plan, evaluate, and continuously improve the quality of their professional practice
Clinical TrainingClinical practice is conducted at the following partner institutions:
- EVEX Hospitals — M. Iashvili Batumi Central Hospital for Mothers and Children
- Batumi Medical Center LLC
- EVEX Medical Corporation — Batumi Referral Hospital
- Medcenter High-Tech Hospital LLC
7. Awarding of the Qualification
To obtain the professional qualification, students must:
- Successfully complete the required number of ECTS credits
- Pass all intermediate assessments
- Successfully pass the final qualification examination
8. Admission
Admission is based on vocational entrance examinations in Chemistry and Biology.
Financial Services
The Financial Services program is designed for those who want to build a career in the banking and financial sector. Students develop practical skills in financial services and customer communication.
The program prepares qualified professionals for employment in banks, financial institutions, and commercial companies.
The program prepares qualified professionals for employment in banks, financial institutions, and commercial companies.
Banking & Insurance
Irma Beridze
Head of the faculty
Financial Services
1. Qualification Awarded
In Georgian: უმაღლესი პროფესიული კვალიფიკაცია ფარმაციაში
In English: Basic Vocational Qualification in Financial Services
According to the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED), this qualification belongs to the detailed field:
Finance, Banking and Insurance
Code: 0412
Description
This qualification focuses on the planning, organization, management, and control of financial services and operations. It covers the management and monitoring of financial resources for organizations, institutions, and individuals, as well as the provision of financial services to both corporate and individual clients.
2. Program Objective
The program is designed to prepare qualified specialists in Financial Services who are able to:
3. Admission Requirements
4. Employment Opportunities
Graduates holding the Basic Vocational Qualification in Financial Services may be employed as:
5. Program Structure and Modules
The curriculum includes:
To obtain the qualification, students must successfully complete 51 ECTS credits.
6. Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
7. Program Duration For Georgian-speaking students
8. Awarding of the Qualification
To obtain the professional qualification, students must successfully complete the number of credits established by the program framework.
9. Admission
Admission is based on a motivational interview.
In Georgian: უმაღლესი პროფესიული კვალიფიკაცია ფარმაციაში
In English: Basic Vocational Qualification in Financial Services
According to the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED), this qualification belongs to the detailed field:
Finance, Banking and Insurance
Code: 0412
Description
This qualification focuses on the planning, organization, management, and control of financial services and operations. It covers the management and monitoring of financial resources for organizations, institutions, and individuals, as well as the provision of financial services to both corporate and individual clients.
2. Program Objective
The program is designed to prepare qualified specialists in Financial Services who are able to:
- Provide a wide range of financial services;
- Inform clients about financial products and services;
- Support the implementation and delivery of financial service programs.
3. Admission Requirements
- Basic General Education;
- Minimum age: 17 years.
4. Employment Opportunities
Graduates holding the Basic Vocational Qualification in Financial Services may be employed as:
- Cashiers in retail and commercial organizations;
- Ticket office cashiers;
- Cashiers or operators in banks and non-bank financial institutions;
- Pawnshop agents, loan service agents, and bookmakers.
5. Program Structure and Modules
The curriculum includes:
- 6 General Modules — 16 ECTS Credits;
- 13 Professional Modules — 35 ECTS Credits.
To obtain the qualification, students must successfully complete 51 ECTS credits.
6. Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Process cash and cashless transactions in commercial organizations;
- Process cash and cashless transactions in banking institutions;
- Perform cashier and banking operations;
- Present and offer banking products to clients;
- Deliver effective customer service.
7. Program Duration For Georgian-speaking students
- Program Volume: 51 ECTS Credits
- Duration: 34 academic weeks
- Program Volume: 66 ECTS Credits
- Duration: 44 academic weeks
8. Awarding of the Qualification
To obtain the professional qualification, students must successfully complete the number of credits established by the program framework.
9. Admission
Admission is based on a motivational interview.
Pharmacy
The Pharmacy (Community Pharmacy) program is designed for those who want to pursue a career in pharmacy and receive practice-oriented education. Students gain practical skills in handling medicines and providing professional customer service.
The program prepares qualified specialists for employment in pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies, and the healthcare sector.
The program prepares qualified specialists for employment in pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies, and the healthcare sector.
Higher Professional Qualification in Pharmacy
Tamila Sharabidze
Head of the faculty
Pharmacy (Community Pharmacy)
1. Qualification Awarded
In Georgian: უმაღლესი პროფესიული კვალიფიკაცია ფარმაციაში
In English: Higher Vocational Qualification in Pharmacy
According to the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED), this qualification belongs to the detailed field:
Pharmacy
Code: 0916
Description
This qualification focuses on the study of medicines and their effects on the human body. It covers the preparation, distribution, dispensing, and administration of pharmaceutical products.
2. Program Objective
The Pharmacy (Community Pharmacy) program is designed to prepare competitive professionals for the healthcare sector. Graduates will acquire the knowledge and practical skills required to:
3. Admission Requirements
Complete General Education (Secondary School Diploma)
4. Employment Opportunities
Graduates holding the Higher Vocational Qualification in Pharmacy may be employed as:
5. Program Structure and Modules
The Pharmacy (Community Pharmacy) program at Batumi Public Academy is developed in accordance with the national qualification framework and includes:
Students are required to complete:
6. Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
7. Awarding of the Qualification
To obtain the professional qualification, students must successfully complete the number of ECTS credits established by the program framework.
8. Admission
Admission is based on vocational entrance examinations in Chemistry and Biology.
In Georgian: უმაღლესი პროფესიული კვალიფიკაცია ფარმაციაში
In English: Higher Vocational Qualification in Pharmacy
According to the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED), this qualification belongs to the detailed field:
Pharmacy
Code: 0916
Description
This qualification focuses on the study of medicines and their effects on the human body. It covers the preparation, distribution, dispensing, and administration of pharmaceutical products.
2. Program Objective
The Pharmacy (Community Pharmacy) program is designed to prepare competitive professionals for the healthcare sector. Graduates will acquire the knowledge and practical skills required to:
- Receive and store pharmaceutical and para-pharmaceutical products;
- Document and describe pharmaceutical products;
- Participate in the selection and dispensing of para-pharmaceutical products;
- Perform periodic inventory control;
- Repackage finished pharmaceutical products into smaller units;
- Prepare medications according to prescriptions;
- Dispense over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceutical products.
3. Admission Requirements
Complete General Education (Secondary School Diploma)
4. Employment Opportunities
Graduates holding the Higher Vocational Qualification in Pharmacy may be employed as:
- Pharmacists or Pharmacy Assistants in authorized, specialized, and retail pharmacies;
- Employees at pharmaceutical wholesale distribution companies;
- Specialists in medical and pharmaceutical equipment stores.
5. Program Structure and Modules
The Pharmacy (Community Pharmacy) program at Batumi Public Academy is developed in accordance with the national qualification framework and includes:
- 3 General Modules — 11 ECTS Credits;
- 26 Professional Modules — 109 ECTS Credits;
- 1 Elective Module — 3 ECTS Credits.
- 123 ECTS Credits
- Duration: 82 academic weeks
Students are required to complete:
- 153 ECTS Credits
- Duration: 102 academic weeks
6. Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Visually inspect pharmaceutical products and verify accompanying documentation;
- Check product labeling, trademarks, and quantities;
- Store pharmaceutical products according to established requirements;
- Perform periodic pharmacy inventory control;
- Repackage and label pharmaceutical products in smaller packages;
- Prepare liquid, solid, and semi-solid dosage forms according to prescriptions;
- Apply the principles of pharmaceutical ethics and deontology when communicating with customers;
- Assist customers in selecting para-pharmaceutical products and provide guidance on their use and storage;
- Dispense over-the-counter (OTC) medicines;
- Prepare reports on product receipt, inventory control, extemporaneous preparation, and repackaging activities;
- Comply with sanitary, hygiene, environmental, and occupational safety regulations.
7. Awarding of the Qualification
To obtain the professional qualification, students must successfully complete the number of ECTS credits established by the program framework.
8. Admission
Admission is based on vocational entrance examinations in Chemistry and Biology.
Early Childhood Educator
The Preschool Education program prepares professionals with modern knowledge and practical skills in early childhood education and development.
Graduates are qualified to work in kindergartens and early childhood education and development centers.
Graduates are qualified to work in kindergartens and early childhood education and development centers.
Higher Professional Qualification in Preschool Education
Lia Kakauridze
Head of the faculty
Preschool Education
1. Qualification Awarded
In Georgian: უმაღლესი პროფესიული კვალიფიკაცია სკოლამდელ აღზრდაში
In English: Higher Vocational Qualification in Preschool Education
2. Program Objective
The program is designed to prepare qualified professionals who are able to provide care, education, and holistic development for children in early childhood and preschool settings.
Graduates of the program will be able to:
3. Admission Requirements
Complete General Education (Secondary School Diploma)
4. Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
5. Program Structure and Duration
The Preschool Education program consists of:
6. Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the program may:
7. Awarding of the Qualification
To obtain the professional qualification, students must successfully complete the number of ECTS credits established by the program framework.
8. Admission
Admission is based on a vocational entrance examination in Literacy.
In Georgian: უმაღლესი პროფესიული კვალიფიკაცია სკოლამდელ აღზრდაში
In English: Higher Vocational Qualification in Preschool Education
2. Program Objective
The program is designed to prepare qualified professionals who are able to provide care, education, and holistic development for children in early childhood and preschool settings.
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Create a safe and development-oriented learning environment;
- Communicate effectively with children's families;
- Collaborate with colleagues in early childhood and preschool education institutions;
- Cooperate with professionals in the field;
- Engage in continuous professional development.
3. Admission Requirements
Complete General Education (Secondary School Diploma)
4. Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Support the holistic development of young and preschool-aged children, taking into account their age, interests, and individual needs;
- Plan and manage diverse, engaging educational and childcare activities;
- Apply child development strategies in educational practice;
- Create a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment.
5. Program Structure and Duration
The Preschool Education program consists of:
- 3 General Mandatory Modules — 11 ECTS Credits
- 24 Professional (Specialization) Modules — 105 ECTS Credits
- For Georgian-speaking studentsProgram Volume: 116 ECTS Credits
- Duration: 81 academic weeks
- Program Volume: 146 ECTS Credits
- Duration: 101 academic weeks
6. Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the program may:
- Work as Preschool Educators;
- Be self-employed as Early Childhood Educators.
7. Awarding of the Qualification
To obtain the professional qualification, students must successfully complete the number of ECTS credits established by the program framework.
8. Admission
Admission is based on a vocational entrance examination in Literacy.
Accounting
Accounting is one of the most in-demand professions. The program equips students with practical skills in modern accounting, financial reporting, tax declaration preparation, and economic analysis.
The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience and learning from experienced instructors, preparing graduates for successful careers and professional growth in private, public, and international organizations.
The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience and learning from experienced instructors, preparing graduates for successful careers and professional growth in private, public, and international organizations.
Higher Professional Qualification in Accounting
Mariam Jenchoshvili
Head of the faculty
Accounting
1. Qualification Awarded
In Georgian: უმაღლესი პროფესიული
In English: Higher Vocational Qualification in Accounting
2. Program Objective
The program is designed to prepare qualified accountants who are capable of planning, organizing, and managing accounting processes in private companies, public institutions, non-profit organizations, and other entities.
Graduates will acquire the knowledge and practical skills required to:
3. Admission Requirements
Complete General Education (Secondary School Diploma)
4. Employment Opportunities
Graduates holding the Higher Vocational Qualification in Accounting may be employed in:
5. Program Structure and Modules
The curriculum includes:
Students must successfully complete 99 ECTS credits to obtain the qualification.
6. Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
7. Program Duration
For Georgian-speaking students
Program Volume: 99 ECTS Credits
8. Awarding of the Qualification
To obtain the professional qualification, students must successfully complete the number of ECTS credits established by the program framework.
9. Admission
Admission is based on a vocational entrance examination in Quantitative Literacy.
In Georgian: უმაღლესი პროფესიული
In English: Higher Vocational Qualification in Accounting
2. Program Objective
The program is designed to prepare qualified accountants who are capable of planning, organizing, and managing accounting processes in private companies, public institutions, non-profit organizations, and other entities.
Graduates will acquire the knowledge and practical skills required to:
- Participate in the development and implementation of accounting policies;
- Review and analyze financial records to ensure compliance with legislation and accounting standards;
- Perform accounting transactions;
- Prepare and submit tax declarations;
- Ensure the payment of tax liabilities to the state budget;
- Prepare financial statements, accounting records, and financial documentation for both internal and external stakeholders.
3. Admission Requirements
Complete General Education (Secondary School Diploma)
4. Employment Opportunities
Graduates holding the Higher Vocational Qualification in Accounting may be employed in:
- Private and public organizations;
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs);
- Accounting and finance departments;
- Audit and consulting firms.
- Chief Accountant;
- Accountant;
- Assistant Accountant;
- Accounting Clerk.
5. Program Structure and Modules
The curriculum includes:
- 3 General Modules — 11 ECTS Credits
- 16 Professional Modules — 88 ECTS Credits
Students must successfully complete 99 ECTS credits to obtain the qualification.
6. Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Develop accounting policies;
- Prepare and justify accounting documentation;
- Perform accounting operations;
- Complete and submit tax declarations;
- Prepare financial statements;
- Maintain accounting records for various types of economic activities;
- Monitor and control accounting processes within organizations;
- Perform management accounting;
- Conduct economic and financial analysis.
7. Program Duration
For Georgian-speaking students
Program Volume: 99 ECTS Credits
- Duration: 64 academic weeks
- Program Volume: 129 ECTS Credits
- Duration: 84 academic weeks
8. Awarding of the Qualification
To obtain the professional qualification, students must successfully complete the number of ECTS credits established by the program framework.
9. Admission
Admission is based on a vocational entrance examination in Quantitative Literacy.
Our team
Lela Chikovani
Academic Affairs Manager | Vocational Education Teacher
31
years
of practice
of practice
Sidonia Laitadze
Records Management and Human Resources Manager
40
years
of practice
of practice
11
years
of practice
of practice
Irma Beridze
Public Relations and Career Guidance Manager
48
years
of practice
of practice
Zhuzhuna Zoidze
Director and founder of the Academy
Badri Dondoladze
Security Officer
10
years
of practice
of practice
Ia Tkhilaishvili
Librarian
40
years
of practice
of practice
Nugzar Kontselidze
Financial Manager | Specialist in Financial Operations
36
years
of practice
of practice
Rusudan Komakhidze
Material Resources Manager
12
years
of practice
of practice
Teona Kalandadze
21
years
of practice
of practice
Human Resources Manager
Manana Korolidze
48
years
of practice
of practice
Vocational Nursing Instructor
Zhuzhuna Zoidze
A leader with many years of experience in the field of education and an active supporter of the development of vocational education. During his professional career, she worked as a teacher and held leadership positions in various educational institutions. Since 2014, she has been heading the Batumi Public Academy and is actively involved in the strategic development of the Academy, improving the quality of education and popularizing vocational education. She is a graduate of the Physics and Mathematics Faculty of the Batumi Shota Rustaveli Pedagogical Institute.
Education:
1970-1976 Batumi Shota Rustaveli Pedagogical Institute. Faculty of Physics and Mathematics
Work experience:
1978-2003 Batumi State Multidisciplinary College, teacher
2004-2007 Batumi State Multidisciplinary College, director
2007 –2013 Director of Batumi Multidisciplinary College "Medicine" LLC
Since 2014 Director of Batumi Public Academy BPA LLC
Education:
1970-1976 Batumi Shota Rustaveli Pedagogical Institute. Faculty of Physics and Mathematics
Work experience:
1978-2003 Batumi State Multidisciplinary College, teacher
2004-2007 Batumi State Multidisciplinary College, director
2007 –2013 Director of Batumi Multidisciplinary College "Medicine" LLC
Since 2014 Director of Batumi Public Academy BPA LLC
Teona Kalandadze
Quality Management Manager
Education
Work Experience
E-mail: teona.kalandadze1987@gmail.com
Education
- 2004 — Awarded the qualification of Programmer-Operator.
- 2008 — Bachelor's Degree in Law.
- 2020 — Master's Degree in Law.
Work Experience
- 2005–2008 — Head of the Organizational Department, International Organization for the Protection of the Rights of the Oppressed, Prisoners, and Justice.
- 2008–2011 — Head of the Civil Development Bureau, Center for the Protection of Civil Interests.
- 2008–2011 — Legal Consultant, Jumber Didmanidze Group LLC.
- 2012–2013 — Vocational Education Instructor, Multidisciplinary Vocational College "Medicina".
- 2014–2018 — Legal Counsel, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
- 2015–2020 — Public Relations and IT Manager, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
- Since 2014 — Vocational Education Instructor, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
- Since 2015 — Mentor Lawyer, Georgian Bar Association.
- 2020–2024 — Deputy Director for Strategic Development and Quality Assurance, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
- Since 2024 — Quality Management Manager, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
E-mail: teona.kalandadze1987@gmail.com
Nugzar Kontselidze
Financial Manager • Occupational Safety Specialist
Education
Work Experience
E-mail: n.koncelidze62@gmail.com
Education
- 1989 — Graduated from Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, Faculty of Engineering and Economics.
- 1989 — Completed the Chief Accountant Reserve Training Program at the Tbilisi Branch of the Moscow Cooperative Institute.
- 1991 — Graduated from the Tbilisi School of Management with a specialization in Foreign Economic Activity Management.
- 2003 — Graduated from the Batumi Institute of Law, Economics, Pharmacy and Dentistry, Faculty of Law, earning a qualification as a Lawyer.
- 2005 — Completed a professional training and retraining program in International Accounting.
Work Experience
- 1989–1992 — Engineer-Economist, Adjara Cooperative Union Industrial Complex.
- 1992–1997 — Chief Accountant, Sarpi Joint Venture.
- 1994–1996 — Chief Accountant, Agrikolsemi LLC.
- 1997–2018 — Adjara Police Security Department — Held various positions, including Head of the Material Supply and Finance Division, Headquarters Inspector, Service Inspector, and Deputy Head of Department.
- 1994–2010 — Lecturer, Batumi Institute of Law, Economics, Pharmacy and Dentistry.
- 1994–1998 — Instructor, Batumi Multidisciplinary State College.
- 2001–2003 — Instructor, Batumi Faculty of the Police Academy and Batumi Retraining Faculty of the Tbilisi Banking and Finance Institute.
- Since November 2018 — Financial Manager, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
- Since September 2019 — Successfully completed the full Occupational Safety training program, received certification, and has been working as an Occupational Safety Specialist.
E-mail: n.koncelidze62@gmail.com
Lela Chikovani
Academic Process Management Manager
Education
Work Experience
E-mail: Chikovani73@mail.ru
Education
- 1999 — Graduated from the Batumi Independent International Institute "Megobroba", Faculty of Foreign Languages.
- 2007 — Graduated from the Batumi Institute of Economics, Law, Pharmacy and Dentistry with a degree in Pharmacy.
Work Experience
- 1995–2005 — Instructor and Methodologist, Batumi College of Economics and Law.
- 1996–2008 — Lecturer and Methodologist, Batumi Institute of Economics, Law, Pharmacy and Dentistry.
- 2005–2014 — Instructor, Batumi Multidisciplinary College "Medicina".
- Since 2014 — Vocational Education Instructor, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
- Since April 2019 — Academic Process Management Manager, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
E-mail: Chikovani73@mail.ru
Irma Beridze
An experienced specialist in finance and vocational education. Since 2015, she has been working at Batumi Public Academy, where she has held various positions, including vocational education teacher, program coordinator, and PR manager.
Currently, she leads the Public Relations and Career Guidance Department, promoting the academy and raising public awareness about vocational education opportunities.
She graduated from Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University with a degree in Finance and Banking.
Education:
Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University
Major: Finance and Banking
Work experience:
Vocational Education Teacher, Batumi Public Academy (since 2015)
Head of the Financial Services Program (since 2018)
PR Manager (2023–2024)
Public Relations and Career Guidance Manager (since 2024)
Currently, she leads the Public Relations and Career Guidance Department, promoting the academy and raising public awareness about vocational education opportunities.
She graduated from Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University with a degree in Finance and Banking.
Education:
Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University
Major: Finance and Banking
Work experience:
Vocational Education Teacher, Batumi Public Academy (since 2015)
Head of the Financial Services Program (since 2018)
PR Manager (2023–2024)
Public Relations and Career Guidance Manager (since 2024)
Rusudan Komakhidze
Material Resources Manager
Education
Work Experience
E-mail: rusudankomakhidze@yahoo.com
Education
- 1996 — Graduated from Shota Rustaveli State University of Batumi with a degree in History.
- 1994–2011 — Worked at the Batumi Municipal Cultural Center.
Work Experience
- Since January 2014 — Head of the Director's Office, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
- Since November 2018 — Procurement Manager, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
E-mail: rusudankomakhidze@yahoo.com
Sidonia Laitadze
Records Management and Human Resources Manager
Education
Work Experience
E-mail: laitadze.lola@gmail.com
Education
- 1985 — Graduated from the Batumi Shota Rustaveli State Pedagogical Institute with a degree in History.
Work Experience
- 1986–2004 — Instructor, State Multidisciplinary College.
- 2004–2007 — Academic Secretary, Batumi State Multidisciplinary College.
- 2007–2010 — Academic Secretary, Batumi Multidisciplinary Vocational College "Medicina".
- 2010–2013 — Records Management Specialist, Batumi Multidisciplinary College "Medicina" LLC.
- Since January 2014 — Records Management and Human Resources Manager, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
E-mail: laitadze.lola@gmail.com
Ia Tkhilaishvili
Librarian
Education
Work Experience
Education
- 1980 — Graduated from the Batumi College of Culture and Education with a specialization in Library Science.
Work Experience
- 1986–2005 — Librarian, Batumi Branch Libraries.
- 2008–2009 — Librarian, Public School No. 7.
- 2010–2013 — Librarian, Batumi State Multidisciplinary College.
- Since January 2014 — Library Manager, Batumi Public Academy (BPA).
What else should you know?
The diploma awarded by Batumi Public Academy (BPA) is recognized by vocational educational institutions throughout Georgia, as well as in Armenia, France, South Africa, and a number of other countries.
Yes. State funding is available for every vocational education program offered by the Academy.
Admission is based on the results of an entrance examination. The format of the exam depends on the selected study program. For Nursing, Pharmacy, and Preschool Education, applicants take vocational entrance tests, while Financial Services applicants are admitted through an interview.
Registration is available on the official platform: vet.ge
Registration is available on the official platform: vet.ge
There is no age limit for admission to most vocational education programs. The only exception is the Financial Services program, for which applicants must be at least 17 years old.
Yes. Registration is mandatory and is completed through the official vocational education admission platform during the registration period announced by the state.
Yes. You may register for more than one vocational education program. However, once the admission process is completed, you may enroll in only one program.
Yes. You can study at Batumi Public Academy free of charge if you qualify for state funding.
Yes. Graduates of vocational education institutions are eligible to continue their studies at Georgian universities through state-funded higher education programs.
Yes. The study process is organized to allow students to combine work and study.
The Academy is open Monday to Friday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, and Saturday from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
Lectures are held every day except Sunday, Monday through Saturday.
Our instructors are highly qualified professionals with extensive academic and industry experience.
Tuition includes all educational resources required throughout the study program.
Yes. Admission is available after completing the 5th grade of general education.
No. The study program is offered in an on-campus format only.
All vocational education programs offered by Batumi Public Academy are state-funded.
State funding is available for every vocational education program offered by the Academy.
State funding is available for every vocational education program offered by the Academy.
No. State funding is not available for the Academy's short-term courses.
Yes. Every program includes practical training at partner organizations.
Practical training is conducted at the Academy's partner clinics, pharmacies, kindergartens, financial institutions, and other organizations, depending on the study program.
Yes. The Academy actively cooperates with partner organizations and supports graduates in finding employment.
According to the Academy's data, 89% of graduates are successfully employed.
Yes. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates receive a state-recognized diploma.
Yes. The Academy’s diploma is recognized by the Ministry of Education of Georgia.
Yes. Graduates can continue their studies abroad.
What our students say
Nana
Nika
I am very happy that I chose this Academy. Here, I gained in-depth knowledge that I was able to apply in practice right away. The quality of education is truly outstanding.
The Academy changed my career. Thanks to the comprehensive education I received, I earned my diploma and started working immediately. It was a life-changing step for me!
I never thought that after just one year of studying at the Academy, I would achieve my dream job. The program is of the highest standard, and the professors have always supported and guided me.
Robert
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