Training Programs

The Institute conducts the following training programmes:

a) Apprentice
b) Instructor and Master Craftsman Training

a) Apprentice Training
i) School-Based Apprenticeship
1. Entry Requirements to MCSOT NVTI

Entry to the MCSOT is generally open to persons with the following qualifications:
BECE Certificate with passes in Mathematics, General Studies and English
Holders of Middle School Leaving Certificate
Sponsored apprentices with basic educational background
Evidence of at least 2 years Secondary School or SHS education

2. Course Duration

The Course is designed for 4 years leading to the Certificate I Certificate II. An Application Form is obtainable at MCSOT. The training year starts in January. Entrance examinations are conducted between October and December each year at MCSOT setting its own date for the examination.

3. Uniform
School uniforms are provided by the trainees in the chosen colours of each department.

4. Tools
Tools depend on each course and are on loan for use at the MCSOT. Any loss which is found to be due to negligence on the part of a trainee is paid for by him/her.

5. Tests
Trainees are eligible to sit for the following Test Grades during and after 4 years training:

Foundation Certificate

Certificate I
Certificate II

ii) Workshop-Based Apprenticeship
The Apprenticeship Department has the responsibility of planning, organizing and conducting Apprentice training for shop, floor and middle level craftsmen in the informal sector for industry and self-employment nationwide.

Its other functions are to:
Register and train Apprentices in the informal sector nationwide.
Organize refresher courses for Domestic and Technical Inspectors.
Monitor activities of the training Centre that train the Apprentices to ensure quality training.
Plan and prepare action plans with trainers of informal apprentices.
Organize seminars to review activities of the informal training Centre.
Provide assistance in the selection of tools, equipment and training materials for informal apprenticeship.
Award certificates to apprentices who complete training successfully.
Monitor the effective utilization and safety of tools, equipment and training materials.
Recommend appropriate training for Master Craftsmen.
Arrange training programmes for apprentices at the MCSOT Centre.
Put in place the infrastructure for informal apprenticeship.
Maintain and update a register for apprentices trained.
Maintain and update a register of all Master Craftsmen and their workshops.
Periodically carry out training needs assessment in new areas for apprentice training.