HND meaning in oil and gas

UK qualification.<p> <p> From a website:-<p> Higher National Diplomas are higher education diplomas given for successfully completing practical, vocational training that prepares the student for a career in a particular area.<p> <p> These are practical qualifications offered by universities and many colleges.<p> <p> You can often go on from an HND to study a degree, if you decide that is what you want to do.<p>