<![CDATA[In today's globalized world, proficiency in English has become essential for academic and professional success. This paper focuses on enhancing the English language skills of vocational students at SMKS Muhammadiyah 1 Kota Agung through TOEIC training. This community service program aims to improve students' language proficiency, particularly in listening and reading comprehension, which are vital for success in vocational fields. This program consisted of two sessions conducted at the school, involving 25 students from classes X to XII. The stages of the TOEIC training included providing an understanding of TOEIC materials, practice questions, organizing the TOEIC test, motivating students, correcting test results, providing practice resources, and recognizing high-achieving students. The results demonstrated that the TOEIC training activities effectively enhanced students' language skills, as evidenced by their improved listening and reading comprehension abilities. Furthermore, the activities contributed to the development of students' soft skills and received positive feedback from the participants. The findings highlight the importance of conducting such activities to prepare vocational students for future career opportunities and to navigate the global job market. Continued efforts in providing TOEIC training and English learning activities are crucial to ensure the success of vocational students in their chosen fields and to bridge the language gap in a globalized world.]]>
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