Eligibility Criteria:

1. Age: 18-29 years (Up to 35 years for Persons with Disabilities)
2. Education: Form 4 level of education or below
3. Employment Status: Unemployed, underemployed, or in low-tier employment
4. Location: Kenyan youth in all 47 counties, including refugees in Garissa and Turkana

Key Points:

• Duration: The apprenticeship lasts 5 months, combining on-the-job training with mentorship from industry experts.
• Trade Selection: Participants can choose from various trades within digital, creative, green, blue, and grey economies.
• Certification: Upon successful completion, participants receive formal recognition of their skills through certifications such as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) from NITA.
• Job Placement: The program aims to place participants into formal employment or help them establish themselves as independent artisans.
• Support System: The program includes social-emotional skills development, covering areas such as communication, leadership, and financial literacy.
• Partnerships: Collaborates with industry leaders like the Kenya Association of Manufacturers and Kenya Film Services for placements and mentorship.

It also offers opportunities of certification for youth with skills achieved through a range of experiences in informal and non-formal set ups such as employer provided training or experience.