Federal Ministry of Education Nigeria has Launched Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
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The Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Initiative is a key program from the Federal Ministry of Education that helps young Nigerians learn hands-on skills to get jobs or start their own businesses.
It works with approved training centers across the country to provide free training, monthly payments, and support to start small businesses in trades that are in high demand
Their goals are:
- Close Nigeria’s skills gap
- Empower the youth for self-reliance
- Create a pipeline of skilled workers for industries
- Promote national development through vocational excellence
How it Works
Begin Your Path to Skills, Jobs, and Business Opportunities The TVET Initiative gives you two flexible training choices based on your background and goals:
Short-Term Certificate (STC) Programme
Length: 6 months
Best For: Beginners, school leavers, or those with no formal education.
What You Need to Join:
- National Identification Number (NIN)
- Bank Verification Number (BVN)
No school certificate is needed.
This program is perfect for anyone who wants to quickly learn a practical skill and start working.
Vocational Education & Innovation (VEI) Programme
Length: 1 year
Best For: People who have some education or hands-on training and want to improve and get certified.
What You Need to Join (any one of these):
- Proof of skills learned informally (like an apprenticeship) – called Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Or
- First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) Or
- A certificate from non-formal education (like training from NGOs, religious groups, or community programs)
Application Procedure
- Create an account on the portal
- Choose your preferred program (STC or VEI)
- Fill in your details and upload supporting documents
- Select your preferred training center and trade
- Submit your application and wait for confirmation
Available Skills You Can Choose
Here is the list of skills you can choose to start your training:
1. Electrical Installation
2. Welding & Fabrication
3. Painting, Decoration & Finishes (Interior Design)
4. Floor Cladding, Tiling & Interlocking
5. Bricklaying, Blocklaying & Concreting
6. Network System Installation
7. Computer Hardware & GSM Repair & Maintenance
8. Social Media Communications
9. Creative Media (Digital Media Production)
10. Motorcycle & Tricycle Repair
11. Vulcanising & Tire Repair
12. Auto-body Works (Panel Beating)
13. Automobile Mechanic
14. Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning
15. Plumbing & Pipe-fitting
16. Woodwork, Carpentry & Joinery
17. Furniture Making & Upholstery
18. Blacksmithing
19. Solar PV Installation & Maintenance
20. Automobile CNG Conversion & Maintenance
21. Mechanised Agriculture (Mechanics or Operations)
22. Livestock Farming (Bee Keeping, Poultry & Animal Husbandry)
23. Fashion Design & Garment Making
24. Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology
25. Hospitality Training
Benefits Of The TVET Program
TVET program offers numerous benefits to help you succeed in your career
1. Quality Education
Access to high-quality technical education and vocational training programs.
2. Certification
Nationally and internationally recognized certifications upon completion.
3. Expert Instructors
Learn from industry professionals with years of practical experience.
4. Job Placement
Career guidance and job placement assistance for program graduates.
5. Global Standards
Training programs aligned with global industry standards and practices.
6. Modern Facilities
State-of-the-art training facilities and equipment for hands-on learning
7. Monthly stipend
Both trainees and tutors are expected to receive monthly stipend and starter packs.
