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.
Are you between the ages of 18 and 35? Do you want to create policies that can make a change? Apply for the ACET Youth Policy Lab 2025.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2025
The Pivot Challenge is not your typical training program. It's a digital transformation movement tailored to Nigeria's most resilient entrepreneurs, the traders, the manufacturers, and the dreamers. Whether you sell fabrics in Ariaria or manage a furniture workshop in Enugu, they are here to help you grow.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Youth Forum. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Leading St. Louis Scholarship to Attend the One Young World Summit 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 11 Aug, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the second cohort of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program. Apply by November 2025!
Date Posted: 09 Aug, 2025
Through the Conservation Guest Scholars Program, Getty provides opportunities for established scholars or professionals who have attained distinction in the cultural heritage conservation field.
Date Posted: 08 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 African Women in Digital Health (AWiDH) mentorship program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Lafarge Africa TSDP Placement Recruitment. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Aug, 2025
The NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator aims to support the next wave of early-stage African startup businesses transforming the sports and creative sectors.
Date Posted: 07 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Greater Sum Virtual Incubator Program 2025 for Non-profits. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the WBENC Industry Accelerator Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 YALI-RLC EA/Trevor Noah Foundation Education Change Makers Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2025
The Orange Corners acceleration programme in Ghana is an initiative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, implemented by GrowthAfrica, Africa’s foremost business accelerator in partnership with Fidelity Bank, Vivo Energy Ghana, Meridian Port Services (MPS), and Cargill
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Google Startups for Sustainable Development Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Startup|Energy initiative Energy Camp. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Aug, 2025
The Madam CJ Walker Institute PACE Bootcamp is a cornerstone program of the New Voices Foundation, designed to empower entrepreneurs by providing the essential tools to launch & execute and grow & scale their businesses.
Date Posted: 04 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Ye! Youth Ecopreneurs Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Feminist Centre for Racial Justice Activist-in-Residence (AiR) Programme 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 UNESCO Open learning and mentorship program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 AERC-World Bank Visiting Scholars Programme. Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2025
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.