Are you a young person eager to gain practical, hands-on skills and real workplace experience in a specific occupation or trade? The Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, with financing from the Government of Uganda, invites applications for Apprenticeship Training Opportunities under the National Apprenticeship Programme (NAP).
The programme provides a unique opportunity for apprentices to:
i. Receive structured, hands-on training and practical experience under the supervision of professionals and mentors in a chosen occupation or trade.
ii. Develop essential workforce skills, opening clear career pathways and enhancing employability, while supporting employers in building a skilled, motivated, and loyal workforce.
iii. Contribute meaningfully to national development.
iv. Build valuable networks with industry professionals.
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
| Applications for Level I - Basic Competence Certificate | Applications for Level II - National Artisan Certificate |
|---|---|
| a) Have completed S.4 (UCE) or its equivalent; | a) Have completed S.6 (UACE) or its equivalent; |
| b) Be between 16 and 35 years of age at the time of application; | b) Be between 16 and 35 years of age at the time of application; |
| c) Demonstrate a strong interest in the priority occupation applied for; | c) Demonstrate a strong interest in the priority occupation applied for; |
| d) Possess basic communication skills, a willingness to learn, and adaptability to different work environments; and | d) Possess basic communication skills, a willingness to learn, and adaptability to different work environments. |
| e) Be available for the full duration of the Apprenticeship Programme as specified. | e) Be available for the full duration of the Apprenticeship Programme as specified. |
Submit your application via the official programme portal: https://agrp.mglsd.go.ug
Application deadline: Friday, 4th September 2026
For More Information, Please Contact, Tel: +256 788 839 580 or Email: apprenticeshiptraining@mglsd.go.ug
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