The Seychellois are primarily of African, French, Indian, Chinese and Arab descent. There are small minorities of Europeans, Indians and Chinese. English is widely spoken in tourism related establishments. At age 15, enrollment in the National Youth Service is optional but required to gain admittance to Seychelles Polytechnic or to become employed. Polytechnic provides 1 to 3 year courses including some in service training.
Higher education is obtained outside the country.
Health Government provided health services are free. Clinics around the country provide general care, dental and other services but there also are private physicians. See also Travel Health. There are no restrictions on religion. Others include Seventh Day Adventists, Pentecostal, Jehovah's Witnesses, Bahai Faith, Muslims and Hindus.