The TVET Initiative offers two flexible training options to suit your background and goals:<h3 id="6a0eb13c-65e4-404e-b1ea-4b3c8272d82e" data-toc-id="6a0eb13c-65e4-404e-b1ea-4b3c8272d82e" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Short-Term Certificate (STC) Programme</h3>Duration: 6 monthsIdeal For: First-time trainees, school leavers, or individuals with no formal education background.<h4 id="6e508e42-8cf4-4604-835a-994e8c1d3f58" data-toc-id="6e508e42-8cf4-4604-835a-994e8c1d3f58" style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.2;">Entry Requirements:</h4><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: none;"><li style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.5rem; padding: 0px;">✅ Valid National Identification Number (NIN)</li><li style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.5rem; padding: 0px;">✅ Valid Bank Verification Number (BVN)</li></ul>No prior educational qualification required. This track is designed for individuals ready to learn a practical skill and enter the workforce quickly.<h3 id="f7195cad-00dd-4e9c-a240-2c74948b5bf0" data-toc-id="f7195cad-00dd-4e9c-a240-2c74948b5bf0" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Vocational Education &amp; Innovation (VEI) Programme</h3>Duration: 1 yearIdeal For: Individuals with some education or informal training experience, looking to deepen and formalize their skills.<h4 id="932698b4-15e4-4515-9d96-ac0fbbe68df4" data-toc-id="932698b4-15e4-4515-9d96-ac0fbbe68df4" style="font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.2;">Entry Requirements (any of the following):</h4><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: none;"><li style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.5rem; padding: 0px;">✅ Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) – proof of skills acquired informally or through apprenticeship</li><li style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.5rem; padding: 0px;">OR</li><li style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.5rem; padding: 0px;">✅ First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC)</li><li style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.5rem; padding: 0px;">OR</li><li style="color: rgb(85, 85, 85); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.5rem; padding: 0px;">✅ Any form of non-formal education certificate (e.g., training from NGOs, religious institutions, nomadic education or community programs)</li></ul><h3 id="7119f476-83f2-45ee-ab04-fd2e8a0a3be6" data-toc-id="7119f476-83f2-45ee-ab04-fd2e8a0a3be6" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Application Steps</h3><ol style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px auto 2rem; padding: 0px 0px 0px 1.5rem; max-width: 600px;"><li style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px 0px 0px 0.5rem; font-size: 1.1rem;">Create an account on the portal</li><li style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px 0px 0px 0.5rem; font-size: 1.1rem;">Choose your preferred program (STC or VEI)</li><li style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px 0px 0px 0.5rem; font-size: 1.1rem;">Fill in your details and upload supporting documents</li><li style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px 0px 0px 0.5rem; font-size: 1.1rem;">Select your preferred training center and trade</li><li style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 1rem; padding: 0px 0px 0px 0.5rem; font-size: 1.1rem;">Submit your application and wait for confirmation</li></ol><h2 id="9d9a07ae-48f2-47a1-959c-6dda975595c1" data-toc-id="9d9a07ae-48f2-47a1-959c-6dda975595c1" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Choose Your Skill Path</h2><h3 id="1a2d84b6-7e18-4eb4-859d-949d976b3fc8" data-toc-id="1a2d84b6-7e18-4eb4-859d-949d976b3fc8" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Explore High-Impact Training in:</h3>Electrical InstallationWelding &amp; FabricationPainting, Decoration &amp; Finishes (Interior Design)Floor Cladding, Tiling &amp; InterlockingBrick laying, Blocklaying &amp; ConcretingNetwork System InstallationComputer Hardware &amp; GSM Repair &amp; MaintenanceSocial Media CommunicationsCreative Media (Digital Media Production)Motorcycle &amp; Tricycle RepairVulcanising &amp; Tire RepairAuto-body Works (Panel Beating)Automobile MechanicRefrigeration &amp; Air-ConditioningPlumbing &amp; Pipe-fittingWoodwork, Carpentry &amp; JoineryFurniture making &amp; UpholsteryBlacksmithingSolar PV Installation &amp; MaintenanceAutomobile CNG Conversion &amp; MaintenanceMechanised Agriculture(Mechanics or Operations)Livestock Farming (Bee Keeping, Poultry &amp; Animal Husbandry)Fashion Design &amp; Garment MakingBeauty Therapy &amp; CosmetologyHospitality Training<h3 id="9d06bb3b-7290-4ce7-b82a-7f097d06904d" data-toc-id="9d06bb3b-7290-4ce7-b82a-7f097d06904d" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Training Centers Available In:</h3><ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; list-style-type: none; display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr; gap: 1rem;"><li style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.8rem; padding: 0px 0px 0px 1.8rem; position: relative; font-size: 1.1rem; font-weight: 500; display: flex; align-items: center; transition: transform 0.2s;">All 6 geopolitical zones</li><li style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.8rem; padding: 0px 0px 0px 1.8rem; position: relative; font-size: 1.1rem; font-weight: 500; display: flex; align-items: center; transition: transform 0.2s;">Federal &amp; State Technical Colleges</li><li style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.8rem; padding: 0px 0px 0px 1.8rem; position: relative; font-size: 1.1rem; font-weight: 500; display: flex; align-items: center; transition: transform 0.2s;">State-owned accredited institutions</li><li style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 0.8rem; padding: 0px 0px 0px 1.8rem; position: relative; font-size: 1.1rem; font-weight: 500; display: flex; align-items: center; transition: transform 0.2s;">Registered private vocational centers</li></ul><h2 id="29ed9a83-91d5-42f1-9c0a-84083d9af04c" data-toc-id="29ed9a83-91d5-42f1-9c0a-84083d9af04c" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">We Invest in You</h2>As a TVET trainee, you will receive comprehensive support to ensure your success<h3 id="3612ef43-19c0-46cc-be36-54bef355474e" data-toc-id="3612ef43-19c0-46cc-be36-54bef355474e" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Free Tuition</h3>Paid directly by the Federal Government through NELFund<h3 id="8ddcf06a-58af-477a-8951-b8a4e1835932" data-toc-id="8ddcf06a-58af-477a-8951-b8a4e1835932" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Monthly Stipends</h3>Financial support throughout your learning journey<h3 id="a436e758-e52f-4b7f-b028-16f4ed3fbd85" data-toc-id="a436e758-e52f-4b7f-b028-16f4ed3fbd85" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Hands-on Training</h3>Led by industry professionals with real-world experience<h3 id="f32efabd-b416-48cc-80a2-8a88d3a253da" data-toc-id="f32efabd-b416-48cc-80a2-8a88d3a253da" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Recognized Certification</h3>Certification recognized nationwide by employers<h3 id="93166f26-f988-415a-a27c-58bc9635d87b" data-toc-id="93166f26-f988-415a-a27c-58bc9635d87b" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Take-off Grants</h3>Starter packs upon graduation to begin your career<h3 id="3f81cdcc-8445-49fd-ae84-cd211cb62718" data-toc-id="3f81cdcc-8445-49fd-ae84-cd211cb62718" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Business Loans</h3>Access to top-up business loans at single-digit interest We are committed to ensuring that every graduate is ready to work or start a business.<h2 id="234553c6-402d-4042-8abb-6ff489c99b45" data-toc-id="234553c6-402d-4042-8abb-6ff489c99b45" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Why Choose TVET</h2>Our program offers numerous benefits to help you succeed in your career<h3 id="96887bfe-cf6a-4555-8835-0dca7552b3db" data-toc-id="96887bfe-cf6a-4555-8835-0dca7552b3db" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Quality Education</h3>Access to high-quality technical education and vocational training programs.<h3 id="e1b9182c-9b45-4a17-80e8-56cb23afae0a" data-toc-id="e1b9182c-9b45-4a17-80e8-56cb23afae0a" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Certification</h3>Nationally and internationally recognized certifications upon completion.<h3 id="929862ee-ffce-41ff-ac51-c16f75495bc7" data-toc-id="929862ee-ffce-41ff-ac51-c16f75495bc7" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Expert Instructors</h3>Learn from industry professionals with years of practical experience.<h3 id="23ab1e89-dcd3-4455-91a9-2a30fdf20ae4" data-toc-id="23ab1e89-dcd3-4455-91a9-2a30fdf20ae4" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Job Placement</h3>Career guidance and job placement assistance for program graduates.<h3 id="7706cde3-55d6-4fe1-9849-bc50487d071a" data-toc-id="7706cde3-55d6-4fe1-9849-bc50487d071a" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Global Standards</h3>Training programs aligned with global industry standards and practices.<h3 id="31ad1c6d-187c-4676-b676-55cfa110fd59" data-toc-id="31ad1c6d-187c-4676-b676-55cfa110fd59" style="font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.2;">Modern Facilities</h3>State-of-the-art training facilities and equipment for hands-on learning.

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