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Training opportunities are skill-based programs for individuals seeking to acquire specific, practical competencies to enhance their professional qualifications. These opportunities are ideal for entrepreneurs or professionals aiming to upskill or reskill, vocational students, and anyone looking to gain certified expertise in areas like IT, healthcare, or renewable energy.
Find a curated list of updated training programs from around the world here.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Samsung Mobile are thrilled to announce the expansion of Generation17 – a joint initiative aimed at empowering young changemakers to achieve the Global Goals. If you are the leader of a Global Goals-focused initiative and are interested in being part of Generation17 Young Leaders' Community, please apply now.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2024
Applications are ongoing for the SBW Berlin Scholarship for International Students 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the ICFJ Media Literacy Training for West African Young Professionals. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the United Nations SDSN Youth Local Pathways Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) Essential Grant Writing Skills Programme 2025. The Africa Research Excellence Fund (ARE) works to strengthen the health research capacity of scientists in Africa who are engaged in tackling the sub-region's significant health challenges. AREF is calling for applications from scientists who are active, emerging biomedical/health researchers in African countries to participate in its Essential Grant Writing Skills Programme.
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
The Eur-Asian Border Lab, together with the American University of Central Asia (AUCA) invites applications for a week-long programme of workshops, field trips, and lectures to be held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan between 2-6 June, 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Avant Now Accelerator Fem Track Program 2025. Their program is 6-12 month-long journey with equity-free funding, empowering you to stay focused on what truly matters - launching and growing your startup.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications for the Visa Accelerator Program 2025 are now open. Unlock your startup's potential and fast-track your success in the dynamic world of FinTech with the Visa Accelerator Program. This groundbreaking initiative connects Africa's brightest minds with experienced mentors, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled investment opportunities. Apply now!
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Sage Impact Entrepreneurship Program - United States 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the GELA Prestigious Global Mentorship Programme 2025. The Prestigious Global Foreign Mentorship Programme (PGMP) formerly known as WAMP, helps in identifying, training, mentoring, and deploying impeccable and proficient leaders into politics, business, and civil service, from those youths aged 18-35 years whose voices have not been heard for decades such as the extremely marginalized, people of colour and the socioeconomically disadvantaged.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2024
Are you a collegiate student or faculty member interested in transitioning energy technologies to market? The EnergyTech University Prize is for you! Apply now!
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2024
Do you represent a CSO with an innovative project aimed at enhancing food security? Are you operating in Afghanistan, Burkina Faso, Chad, Djibouti, Libya, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, the State of Palestine, Somalia, Sudan, or Yemen? If so, you are invited to join the Tadamon Accelerator for Food Security and further develop your innovative solutions to create a more secure and resilient future with sustainable food access.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the United Nations 63rd Graduate Study Programme 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Amali Tech Graduate Trainee Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 MultiChoice Talent Factory Academy Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO World Heritage Scholarship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Dec, 2024
Applications for the Misk Accelerator Program 2025 are now open. The Misk Accelerator was founded in 2019 with the goal of enabling and supporting early-stage tech startups locally and worldwide that seek to have Saudi Arabia, the largest market in the MENA region, as their platform to operate and grow. Apply for this opportunity now and stand a chance to get access to local and global network of founders, investors, communities, and more
Date Posted: 20 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the UN Ocean Conference Fellowship 2025. As part of Internews' Earth Journalism Network's UN Ocean Project, they are pleased to announce a new fellowship program for journalists interested in attending and reporting from the United Nations Ocean Conference 2025, with support from the Bloomberg Ocean Fund. This edition of the conference will be focused on mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean. Apply now!
Date Posted: 20 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the We Are Family Foundation Three Dot Dash Global Teen Leaders Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the OceanHub Africa Acceleration Program 2025/2026. This initiative aims to support up to twenty-four (24) of Africa's most promising impact-driven for-profit startups dedicated to preserving and restoring the health of the ocean.
Date Posted: 19 Dec, 2024
1. What Are Training Programs?
Trainings are structured programs or courses designed to enhance an individual's skills, knowledge, and competencies in a specific area. These may include workshops, internships, certification programs, or on-the-job training offered by employers or organizations.
2. Are Training Programs Free or Paid?
Training programs can be either free or paid. Some organizations and platforms, such as government programs for nonprofits, offer free, fully-funded training, while others charge a fee. There are also scholarships and grants available to help cover the costs of paid training opportunities.
3. What Are the Benefits of Participating in Training Programs?
Training programs provide numerous benefits, including skill development, career advancement, personal growth, and increased job market competitiveness. They may also offer networking opportunities, certifications, and hands-on experience that can enhance your professional profile.
4. What Types of Training Opportunities Are Available?
There are various types of training opportunities. Some popular ones include:
Workshops and Seminars: Short-term learning experiences on specific topics.
Internships and Apprenticeships: Hands-on, work-based learning.
Certifications: Programs that provide credentials upon completion.
5. What Is the Difference Between an Internship and a Training Program?
An internship is a specific type of training program that focuses on gaining work experience in a professional setting, typically over a short duration (such as a summer). On the other hand, a training program may include broader educational experiences that could be theoretical, practical, or a combination of both, and may or may not take place in a work environment.