Aptech targets digital skills gap amid rising demand
Aptech Nigeria addresses the digital skills gap, recognizing over 130 graduates and offering scholarships to bridge the divide between education and employ Read More: https://punchng.com/aptech-targets-digital-skills-gap-amid-rising-demand/
Aptech Nigeria, a technology training provider, is addressing the growing demand for digitally skilled workers and the challenges young Nigerians face in transitioning from education to sustainable employment. At its first national convocation in Lagos, the company recognized over 130 graduates and awarded four scholarships to outstanding students, valued at about N15 million each.
Aptech's programs aim to bridge the gap between the skills employers require and those available among job seekers by combining classroom instruction with practical projects, examinations, and career-oriented technology and creative skills. The convocation, held at the Sheraton Lagos on August 8, emphasized the importance of continuous learning and the potential for vocational technology education as a pathway to further study and employment.
The scholarships offer graduates a chance to progress from professional training to further study at a UK university. Aptech operates through a network of over 70 centers in Nigeria, providing a broad distribution network for technology and vocational training. The company's national convocation coincides with its 40th anniversary globally, providing a platform to recognize graduates, strengthen alumni networks, and highlight the role of technology and vocational education in developing Nigeria's future workforce.
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