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SDC GENERAL OBJECTIVES:

The purpose and objectives of Skills Development Centre (SDC) shall be clearly stated to keep both staff and trainees constantly reminded of the Centre’s mission in the community and the country at large. The statement shall provide guidance and direction for evolving the National Occupational Standards and other policies of the Centre. The Skills Development Centre (SDC), Offa, Kwara State, aims to equip individuals with practical and vocational skills for self-reliance, employment, and entrepreneurship. Its objectives include providing industry-relevant training, fostering innovation, enhancing technical expertise, and promoting job creation. SDC focuses on bridging the skills gap, empowering youths, and contributing to economic development through hands-on learning and professional certification. The main purpose of the Skills Development Centre (SDC) in the Polytechnic is to create opportunity for the institution and strengthen its capacity to offer dual training for formal and informal candidates towards achieving the national certification of the National Skills Qualifications (NSQ).

PURPOSE OF THE CENTRE:

The objectives include:

PRINCIPLES OF NATIONAL SKILLS QUALIFICATION FRAMEWORK

• Competency-Based Learning – Focuses on skill acquisition through practical training and assessment.
• Industry Relevance – Ensures training aligns with industry needs and standards.
• Recognition of Prior Learning – Acknowledges and certifies previously acquired skills.
• Flexible Learning Pathways – Allows progression across qualification levels.
• Quality Assurance – Maintains high standards in training and assessment.
• Lifelong Learning – Encourages continuous skill development.
• Collaboration – Engages stakeholders, including industries, educators, and policymakers

Entry Requirements:

There shall be clearly stated the Centre policies on the entry requirements and the target groups. The entry age limit is 12 years. There are no minimum academic entry criteria for enrolment into the NSQ programme. However, the following skills and attributes will serve as guide:

• Self-motivation to succeed within the industry
• Self-discipline and enthusiasm
• Ability to demonstrate the potential to complete the qualifications
• Willingness to learn and apply in the workplace
• Willingness to work with due regard to health and safety of self and others, etc.

BRIEF PROFILE OF THE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC OFFA

The Skills Development Centre (SDC), Offa, Kwara State, is a training hub committed to equipping individuals with practical and vocational skills for self-reliance and employment. The centre offers specialized programs in various fields, including fashion design, welding, automobile mechanics, ICT, and agriculture. It integrates hands-on training with industry-relevant knowledge, ensuring graduates meet labor market demands. SDC plays a vital role in youth empowerment and economic development by fostering entrepreneurship, innovation, and skill acquisition in line with national and global standards.

The Skills Development Centre (SDC), Offa, Kwara State, is a vocational training institute dedicated to empowering individuals with practical skills for career advancement and entrepreneurship. It offers hands-on training in diverse fields such as fashion design, welding, ICT, automobile mechanics, and agriculture. The centre focuses on industry-relevant skills, ensuring trainees meet professional standards. Through innovative learning methods and expert instructors, SDC enhances job creation and economic growth, bridging the skills gap and promoting self-reliance in various technical and vocational sectors.

TARGET groups:

The Polytechnic shall target its immediate community, especially the informal sector. Thus, the target group for the NSQs are available to adults and young people alike including the existing students of the Polytechnic: