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Entry Requirements

Course-by-course entry requirements, from no prior experience to basic computer skills.

Entry requirements are set per course. Each course page lists its own, and the table below gathers them in one place. Questions about eligibility? Send a message below.

CourseDurationEntry requirement
Fundamental Computer Skills & Adult Computer Literacy1 MonthNo computer experience needed. Open to adults and school leavers.
Computer Applications & Office Practice2 MonthsBasic reading and writing. Computer literacy helps but is not required.
Web Development & Website Programming2 MonthsBasic computer skills. No coding experience needed.
Software Programming2 MonthsBasic computer skills and logical thinking. No prior coding required.
Database Programming2 MonthsBasic computer skills. Spreadsheet knowledge is an advantage.
Mobile App Development2 MonthsBasic computer skills. Programming knowledge helps but we start from the basics.
Data Analytics & Management2 MonthsBasic computer skills and comfort with numbers.
Artificial Intelligence2 MonthsBasic computer skills. No maths or coding background required.
Cyber security2 MonthsBasic computer skills. Networking knowledge is an advantage.
Computer Networking2 MonthsBasic computer skills.
Computer Repair & Maintenance1 MonthBasic computer skills.
CCTV Camera Installation & Router Configuration2 MonthsBasic computer skills. Interest in practical technical work.
Computer Aided Graphic Designing2 MonthsBasic computer skills. Creativity helps most.
Visual Communication & Motion Graphics2 MonthsBasic computer skills. Graphic design knowledge is helpful.
Photography & Photo Editing1 MonthNo experience needed. Own camera is helpful but not required.
Videography (Video Production) & Video Editing2 MonthsBasic computer skills. Creativity and patience.
Architectural Design2 MonthsBasic computer skills. Interest in buildings and drawing.
Digital & Social Media Marketing1 MonthBasic computer skills and smartphone use.
Social Media Management & Content Creation1 MonthSmartphone use. Creativity and good communication.
Online Business & E-Commerce1 MonthBasic computer skills and a business idea (optional).
Entrepreneurship & Startup Skills1 MonthOpen to anyone with a business idea or the desire to create one.
Business Management, Communication & Digital Skills1 MonthSecondary school level or work experience.
Project Planning & Management1 MonthSecondary school level or work experience.
Customer Care & Service1 MonthSecondary school level. Good attitude to people.
Secretarial & Office Management1 MonthSecondary school level.
Computerized Accounting (QuickBooks, Sage, Tally Etc.)1 MonthBasic arithmetic and computer skills. Accounting background is not required.
Basic Bookkeeping & Financial Management1 MonthBasic arithmetic.
Electrical Installation3 MonthsPrimary or secondary level. Interest in practical work.
Solar Installation & Maintenance3 MonthsPrimary or secondary level. Interest in electrical work.
Building Construction3 MonthsPrimary level. Physical fitness and interest in building.
Plumbing3 MonthsPrimary level. Interest in practical work.
Welding & Metal Fabrication3 MonthsPrimary level. Physical fitness.
Carpentry & Furniture Making3 MonthsPrimary level. Interest in practical work.
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning3 MonthsPrimary or secondary level. Interest in electrical and mechanical work.
Motor Vehicle Mechanics3 MonthsPrimary or secondary level. Interest in vehicles.
Motorcycle Repair & Maintenance3 MonthsPrimary level. Interest in motorcycles.
Baking & Cake Making2 MonthsOpen to everyone.
Food Preparation & Catering2 MonthsOpen to everyone.
Poultry Production & Management3 MonthsOpen to everyone interested in farming.
Agribusiness, Modern Farming Practices & Entrepreneurship3 MonthsOpen to everyone interested in farming.
Car Driving Training1 MonthMinimum legal age to drive. Open to beginners.
Tailoring & Fashion Design3 MonthsOpen to everyone. No experience needed.
Hairdressing3 MonthsOpen to everyone.
Barbering2 MonthsOpen to everyone.
Skincare & Facial Therapy2 MonthsOpen to everyone.
Makeup, Nail & Professional Beauty2 MonthsOpen to everyone.
Spa & Massage Therapy2 MonthsOpen to adults. Good people skills.
Caregiving & Elderly Care2 MonthsOpen to adults. Caring attitude.
Hospitality & Hotel Management3 MonthsSecondary school level. Good communication and presentation.

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