Both vocational and technical courses are educational programs designed to offer training and help with immediate employment. However, they vary in terms of their focus. You can enroll in a technical professional course only after completing your school leaving board exams, i.e., your 12th standard exams. You must seek admission to a recognized university or college to study a technical education program. Vocational courses are also meant for students after they complete school, but no degrees are awarded. After completing vocational training, you have to enroll with a university or college and complete your studies and then bag a degree.