ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES
Masaka Vocational Training Institute offers both long-term BTVET programmes and short-term DIT-certified courses, catering to learners with different educational backgrounds.
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Long-Term BTVET Programmes (2–3 years) Leading to National Certificates and Diplomas Assessed by UVTAB
Building Construction
Trains learners in modern construction techniques, site practices, and project execution for employment in the building and construction industry.
Woodwork Technology
Equips learners with skills in carpentry, joinery, furniture making, and finishing using industry-standard tools and materials.
Plumbering and Metalwork
Develops competence in plumbing installations, metal fabrication, and maintenance for residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
Fashion and Design
Trains learners in garment design, tailoring, pattern making, and fashion production for employment or self-employment in the fashion industry.
Secretarial and Office Management
Builds professional skills in office administration, communication, record management, and modern office technologies.
Accountancy and Finance
Equips learners with practical skills in bookkeeping, financial reporting, budgeting, and basic financial management.
Automotive Mechanics
Prepares learners to diagnose, service, and repair motor vehicles using practical, hands-on mechanical and electrical systems training.
Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Provides skills in electrical wiring, installation, testing, and maintenance in line with national safety and industry standards.
Information Technology
Trains learners in computer applications, basic networking, and digital skills essential for today’s workplaces.
Business Management
Develops skills in entrepreneurship, operations, marketing, and business planning for effective enterprise management.
Competency-Based Training Approach
MVTI uses a learner-centred, competency-based training model aligned with industry standards. Training focuses on real occupational tasks through practical demonstrations, supervised practice, and continuous assessment.
Learners spend most of their time in workshops, on demonstration farms, outdoor training areas, and during industrial attachments. Assessment emphasizes task performance, safety, quality of work, problem-solving, and overall readiness for employment.
Short-Term and Non-Formal Training (3–6 months), Directorate of Industrial Training (DIT)-accredited, for learners without O-Level education.
Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
Provides practical skills in hairstyling, grooming, and beauty treatments for personal or business use.
Tailoring and Embroidery
Trains learners in garment making, stitching, and decorative embroidery techniques.
Welding and Steel Fabrication
Equips learners with hands-on skills in metal joining, fabrication, and repair work.
Motorcycle and Vehicle Repair
Develops practical skills in servicing, repairing, and maintaining motorcycles and vehicles.
Catering, Baking, and Confectionery
Trains learners in food preparation, baking, and confectionery production for home or business.
Agribusiness and Farming
Provides skills in crop and livestock management, farm planning, and agribusiness practices.
Entrepreneurship and Business Skills
Equips learners with knowledge in starting and managing small businesses successfully.
Real-World Experience and Industry Partnerships
MVTI collaborates with employers, artisans, and enterprises to give learners real-world experience. During training, learners access industrial attachments, work under experienced supervision, learn workplace expectations, and build confidence and discipline. These partnerships also enhance employment opportunities, reduce stigma around vocational education, and strengthen community trust in skills training.
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