OSIA launched its Vocational Skilling program in 2023. The objective was to train youth (18‐25 years) from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and provide them with employable skills, coupled with access to employment and entrepreneurship opportunities. Today, OSIA’s Skilling programs are spread across the country to enable youth to access entry-level jobs in 10 major vocations.
In 2024, Pratham re-designed its training models to incorporate digital resources and launched the Hybrid Skilling program, with the primary focus of helping youth find employment in the post-pandemic world.
n addition to industry-specific skills, students are also offered basic English, computer literacy and life skills. OSIA currently offers certifications related to the following domains:
- Care Economy: Beauty, Apparel, Hospitality and Healthcare
- STEM Aligned: Electrical, Automotive, Welding and Construction
- Green Skills: Solar Panel Repair, Plumbing, Drywall and False Ceiling Repair
- IT Enabled Services (ITeS): Multi-functional Office Assistant, Graphic Design, Automotive Showroom Host
Apart from youth, Pratham also trains informal economy workers through two pathways:
- For those who are already running micro-enterprises, Pratham provides mentoring and training in the fields of beauty, tailoring, automotive, food production and construction.
- For uncertified workers, Pratham provides upskilling and certification in the fields of construction, domestic work, gig work and more.
A unique aspect of Pratham’s vocational training model is the focus on post-placement tracking and support. Youth are tracked and mentored for one year after graduation to encourage them to sustain in the workforce.
LEVEL 1
Self-learning awareness courses which will give youth exposure to a trade, nature of job opportunities and stories of alumni.
Duration of 7-10 days.
LEVEL 2
Virtual training, which covers all the essential theory for the trade. Includes daily instructor-led training sessions.
Duration of 15-20 days.
LEVEL 3
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For CSR Support
Write to Mr. Tripathi-
+91 8826241775, osiatrust@gmail.com