NATIONAL APPRENTICE AND INDUSTRIAL TRAINING AUTHORITY (NAITA)
National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA) provide training under the apprenticeship scheme. There are about 150 craft training courses operating under 22 vocational fields and you are able to enter into any vocational training filed according to your educational level. In addition you could follow any vocational training course in any other field under the Situational and Village Level Scheme.
NAITA CENTERNS
- AMPARA – 067 2229357
- ANURADHAPURA – 025 2223178
- BADULLA – 055 2228130
- COLOMBO – 011 259 7672
- GALLE – 091 2232874
- GAMPAHA – 033 2232874
- HAMBANTOTA – 047 224 1512
- JAFFNA – 021 2222383
- KALUTHARA – 034 2279710
- KANDY – 034 2279710
- KEGALLE - 035 228 4931
- KILINOCHIYA - 021 2285615
- KURUNEGALA - 037 2223789
- MATHARA – 041 2226958
- MANNARAMA – 023 2223404
- MATHALE – 066 2223173
- MONARAGALA – 055 227 6504
- MULLAITIVU – 021 206 1012
- NUWARA ELIYA – 052 2223702
- POLONNARUWA – 027 2223023
- PUTHTHALAMA – 032 224 8250
- RATHNAPURA – 045 2228667
- THRINCO – 026 2226569
- VAVUNIYA – 024 2224679
AGE
The age should be between 16 Years to 35 Years on the date of forwarding the Application. Age above 35 Years too could be recruited with the Approval of the chairman of this Authority at special events.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:
- For Trades categorized under No (1), Should have passed G.C.E.(O/L) Examination with six subjects in not more than two sittings including the medium Language and Mathematics.
(If apprentices who have passed subjects including the Language at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination and had failed mathematics and have been selected to follow the trades categorized under No.(1), special math’s course will be organized for such applicants. - For Trades categorized under No (2), Should have passed Grade 7 (Year 8) in a government or government approved or assisted school in Sri Lanka.
- For Trades categorized under No (3), Should have passed Grade 8 (Year 9) in a government or government approved or assisted school in Sri Lanka.
- Qualifications required for trades categorized under No (4) is given under same trades.
- The above mentioned educational qualifications and the age limits will not be applicable to trades which have been prepared according to the skill standards under the National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) frame. Such trades are given under signs.
BENEFITS OF THE APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING:
- An Apprentice would receive an opportunity to get himself trained in a Factory, work site, or an office under skilled mechanic in a place where the Apprentices reside.
- An Apprentice would receive an allowance of Rs.600/= monthly (Only for the first six months of the Training period).
- Apprentices who have passed the trade test would receive a competency certificate which is accepted locally and internationally.
- Career guidance and counseling service.
- The apprentices who have successfully completed the training and had receive certificates will be provided Entrepreneurship Development Training with a self Employment Loan up to Rs.250,000/=
HOW TO ENROLL:
NAITA has district offices in all 25 districts. You can register in the district office relevant to you by filling the application form.
THE COURSES IN NAITA (NAITA COURSES 2024)?
By 2024, NAITA is currently conducting 115 NVQ courses in 23 fields.
CONTACT DETAILS:
- +94 11 288 8782 – 5
- No. 971, Sri Jayewardenepura Mawatha, Welikada, Rajagiriya, Sri Lanka.
OCEN UNIVERSITY OF SRI LANKA
THE QUALIFICATION FOR OCEAN UNIVERSITY:
Applicants must have passed the G.C.E. advanced level examination with minimum passes at a single attempt in physical and biological science stream. Applicants, who sat for G.C.E. advanced level within three attempts at the immediate previous year, are eligible to apply.
VALIDITY OF OCEN UNIVERSITY:
Ocean University has been notable as a UGC approved national university engaged in issuing degrees, diplomas, and certificates.
UNIVERSITY COST IN SRI LANKA:
Bachelor's programs within the fields of science, biology, and Computing cost USD 6,000 every year. Meanwhile, the colleges annually charge USD 8,000 to USD 12,500 for Engineering and Medicine programs. Popular Universities in Sri Lanka offer direct scholarships along with Sri Lankan government officials.
REGIONAL CENTERS:
- Batticaloa- 0714459279
- Galle – 0912268185
- Jaffna – 0718349073
- Panadura – 0777670196
- Mattakuliya – 0714960779
- Negambo – 0718051916
- Tangalle – 0718034614
- Trincomalee – 0714423549
DEGREE COURSES:
DEPLOMA COURSE:
- Recreational Water Sports Science (NVQ 6)
- Recreational Water Sports Science (NVQ 5)
- Seafood Technology (NVQ 6)
- Seafood Technology (NVQ 5)
- Maritime and Logistics Managements (NVQ 6)
- Maritime and Logistics Managements (NVQ 5)
- Marine Engine and Machinery Technology( NVQ 5)
- Fishing Technology (NVQ 6)
- Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management ( NVQ 5)
- Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management (NVQ 6)
CONTACT DETAILS:
- Registrar Office: +94-114326203
- Higher Education: +94-114346976 / +94-114346979
- Vocational Training: +94-112529866 / +94- 4346990 / +94-114346975
- Crow Island, Mattakuliya, Colombo 15, Sri Lanka.
- http://www.ocu.ac.lk
Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management
Established in 1964, the Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (SLITHM) is the only government-approved premier Institute in Sri Lanka.
BRANCHES:
Colombo – 011 220 8312
Kandy – 081 223 0900
Koggala – 091 228 3072
Rathnapura – 045 222 6464
Kurunegala – 037 222 3959
Anuradhapura – 025 223 6667
Bandarawela – 057 223 2499
Batticaloa – 065 205 0306
Jaffna – 075 624 8224
COURSES IN SLITHM:
Hotel & Hospitality
This widening field is much sought after on an international level and includes a plethora of skills that need to be handled efficiently and with care. At SLITHM we aspire to bring students a glimpse of this experience so that they may widen their skills and needs.
Craft Course- 03 Months
Management Diploma (4 years)- 04 Years
National Diploma in Hospitality Management-03 Years
Travel and Tourism
As Sri Lanka is a tourism hotspot this industry is a widely sought-after field as it holds many perspectives in terms of career. Engaging in any one of our travel and tourism courses will indefinitely give students an opportunity to put their best step forward!
Event Management -To be started (06 Months)
Pastry and Bakery Course (Foundation & Certificate)-02 months / 05 Months
Short Courses-1 Month
Chauffeur Tourist Guide Course-05 Months
Hiking and Trekking - To be started (3 Months)
Community Based Tourism -To be started (3 Months)
CONTACT DETAILS:
- +94 112 208 312 / +94 112 382 219
- No. 78, Galle Road, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka.
- http://sms.slithm.edu.lk/students/students_online_registration_con
- info@slithm.edu.lk
Sri Lanka Law College and Attorney at Law Entrance examination
The easiest way to become a Lawyer in Sri Lanka is to enter Law College. Each year Sri Lanka Law College conducts an entrance Examination. You only need 3 A/L passes and 3 O/L Credit passes in English and Sinhala/Tamil to enter Law College and become a Lawyer.
Download details on Law College website
Law Entrance is a competitive examination that admits about 1050 students to Law College. A student who enters Law College has to sit 3 examinations at the end of the first 3 years at law College. Thereafter the student has to do practical training. He can then take oaths as an Attorney-at Law (Lawyer).
The Sri Lanka Law College has trained almost all the lawyers in Sri Lanka and it is the only gateway to the legal profession in the country.
Law Entrance Examination
The CLE (Council of Legal Education) conducts an entrance examination each year for eligible persons, for the election of students to Law College.
Entry Qualifications
The minimum educational qualifications to sit the Entrance Examination are as follows:-
(a) Two credit passes and one simple pass (except General English and General Knowledge subjects) at one and the same sitting at the Sri Lanka GCE (A/L) Examination; and
(b) Credit passes in English Language AND Sinhala/Tamil Language at the G.C.E.(O/L) or N.C.G.E. Examination;and
(c) Applicants should have completed seventeen years of age at the date on which submission of applications closes. For other qualifications, refer to http://www.sllc.ac.lk/sub_pgs/admission.htm
Architecture courses in Sri Lanka
The University of Moratuwa and City School of Architecture are the only ways to become a Chartered Architect in Sri Lanka. Students must fulfill required academic qualifications in G.C.A/L exam and follow seven years of academic study. After receiving the degree, students must consult the Sri Lanka Chartered Institute of Architecture (SLIA) for their charter. Both institutions offer theoretical and practical aspects where students could either select their carrier as a professional architect or as an academic.
University of Moratuwa- B.Sc (Architecture)
Course details- B.Sc (Architecture/ Built environment)
B.Sc (Design architecture)
Course duration- 5 years fulltime (B.Sc)
2 years fulltime (M.Sc)
No of students selected- 105 every year
55 for built environment and 50 for design
* After completion of the B.Sc and M.Sc it is essential to get the charter form SLIA
Eligibility-
- At least one simple pass for biology, arts, chemistry, physics, geography, higher mathematics or combined mathematics in G.C.E A/L examination.
And - Simple passes for any other subject/ subjects.
- At least a simple pass for G.C.E. O/L English and Mathematics.
- Should pass the placement test exerted by University of Moratuwa.
Colombo School of Architecture (CSA)
Course details- B.Sc (Architecture)
Course duration- 7years (Part time)
SLIA Professional Practice Examination – Part I
Duration: 4 Years (Part Time)
Eligibility
GCE A/L Sri Lanka or equivalent – 3 Passes
Pass in GCE O/L in one sitting with Credit Passes in Mathematics & English
Pass the Aptitude Test & Interview conducted by the Board of Management – CSA
SLIA Professional Practice Examination – Part II
Duration: 3 Years (Part Time)
Eligibility
Pass the SLIA Part I Examination or B.Sc (Built Environment) Degree from University of Moratuwa or equivalent.
One year work experience under a Chartered Architect.
Course fee- Approximately 225,000 LKR per year + VAT
CONTACT DETAILS:
- 00 94 11 2697109, 00 94 11 2691710, 00 94 112682472
- Colombo School of Architecture (CSA) Sri Lanka Institute of Architects 120/7, Vidya Mawatha, Colombo 07, SRI LANKA.
- http://www.slia.lk/CSA.html
- 00 94 11 2682757
Chartered examination for Architects
*Each student from CSA or University of Moratuwa should follow this examination for acquire the valid authority to perform individually.
Entry requirement- Valid degree qualification either from t he university or CSA
Course fee- 30,000 LKR
Counseling fee per annum- 6,000 LKR
SLIIT – IT degrees and Diplomas
Sri Lankan Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) is a degree awarding institute recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka. It is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). SLIIT offers local degrees and degrees in collaboration with foreign partner universities in Australia and the United Kingdom. At present, SLIIT operates two main campuses: Malabe City Campus and Metropolition campus in Kollupitiya. Also it operates two centers at Matara and Kandy. SLIIT has over 100 academic and professional staff members.
Degree and Masters Programs
SLIIT conducts programs of studies leading to B.Sc Special Honors degrees, B.Sc . General Degrees, M.Sc degrees and postgraduate diplomas in Information Technology, Information Management and Business Management. Students while conducting their degrees can earn other qualifications such as diplomas, advance diplomas which are designed fulfill the industry requirements.
Following degree programs of SLIIT are recognized by UGC, Sri Lanka:
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology
Postgraduate Diploma in Information Systems
Postgraduate Diploma in Information Management
M.Sc in Information Technology
M.Sc in Information Systems
M.Sc in Information Management
SLIIT Students can transfer to its partner universities after completing two or two and half years of study at SLIIT, and they can graduate from Curtin University of Technology in Australia or Sheffield Hallam University in UK.
Curtin University of Technology Degrees
B.Sc. in Information Technology
B.Sc. in Computer Systems and Networking
Sheffield Hallam University Degrees
B.Eng.(Hons) in Electronic Engineering
B.B.A.(Hons) in Business Management
SLIIT also conducts a number of industry certified development programs such as Microsoft, IBM, CISCO systems. SLIIT has commenced a Business Management degree program and an Electronic Engineering degree program from 2009.
SLIIT has a current enrollment of over 3500 Students for its B.Sc degree programs and another 1000 students for its Master’s degree and other programs. SLIIT is focused on providing opportunities to produce about 1000 IT professionals each year.
SLIIT won numerous awards including Microsoft Imagine Cup Silver award (2007, 2008), Asia-Pacific ICT Alliance.
Student Welfare
SLIIT students are provided a foundation course to improve their communication skills. Its also provides training to improve reading, writing, listing and speaking abilities in English. All SLIIT programs are conducted in the English medium.
SLIIT provides modern facilities for students to enrich their studies. These include air-conditioned lecture theaters, Laboratories, Auditoriums, Libraries and reading rooms, rest areas and canteens. SLIIT also provide facilities for indoor and outdoor sports and other activities at the Malabe City Campus.
Campus Accommodation for students is available within the campus and also around the campus.
Other facilities given to students include student housing, SLIIT students Transport, SLIIT Gymnasium/Recreation Center, SLIIT carrier Guidance Unit, SLIIT English Help desk and medical facilities.
Many extracurricular and co-curricular activities are conducted by the SLIIT, which includes many clubs and societies such as student Interactive Society, Sport Council, FOSS Community, HEDRA SLIIT programming community, CSN student community, Information system unit, SLIIT Alumni Association, etc.
Student scholarships
SLIIT provide some scholarships according to the excellent Grade Point Average (GPA). Also it provides Mahapola Higher Education Scholarships who obtained high marks /grades in GCE (A/L) examination. Also provides IFS scholarships and industry sponsored scholarships.
Cost (Tuition Fees)
Approximate cost for IT related degrees is about Rs 72000.00 per semester, and rate per semester increase each year. Cost is very much higher for foreign degree programs.
Higher National Diploma in Accountancy (HNDA)
Higher National Diploma in Accountancy is highly recognized qualification today by both public and the Private sectors, conducted by Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education (SLIATE) under the Ministry of Higher Education in Sri Lanka.
Having completed a Four years of duration consisting of Eight Academic Semesters, the HNDA students become the qualified candidates for Accountant or Assistant Accountant even for middle level management position in the industry. English medium and industrial training along with computer knowledge give a significant push to our students enabling them employed on suitable position in the job market. Further, all the subjects of the course have been designed on the basis of the modern changes as it is students can work as multi-functional personnel in the industry.
Today an accountant role is not just limited to his job description. He is a person who should make such important decisions, implement and control them. Further, he or she has to get a lot done from the subordinates who work under him or her in order to generate the expected performance by the management or the Owners.
Further, the students can develop other activities such as organizing annual ceremonies and blood donation program hoping to change their mind set to work with society.
Entry qualification
Full Time or Day Course
A candidate should have one of the followings
a) GCE (A/L) Examination (old syllabus) passes in four subjects of which at least two should be credit passes obtained at the one sitting with Pure Mathematics or Accountancy as one of the subjects for which a credit pass should have been obtained;
Where a credit pass is not available for Mathematics or Accountancy a credit pass obtained for either of these subjects at GCE O/L will be consider as an alternative.
A credit pass in Mathematics at the GCE (O/L) is considered as an alternative for a credit pass in either Pure Mathematics or Accountancy at the GCE (A/L) OR
b) GCE (A/L) Examination (new syllabus) passes in three subjects at one sitting with Combined Mathematics or Accountancy as one of the three subjects of which at least two Credit passes should have been obtained.
A credit pass in Mathematics at the GCE (O/L) is considered as an alternative for a credit pass in either Combined Mathematics or Accountancy at the GCE (A/L). OR
c) Holders of National Certificate for Accounting Technicians conducted by the Department of Technical Education & Vocational Training. AND
d) An ordinary pass in English at the G.C.E. (O/L) examination
The Selection Criteria is based on the high marks obtained at the GCE (A/L) examination old syllabus- four subjects or new syllabus-three subjects.
The first and second year’s lectures are conducted as Full Time during week days, whilst the third and fourth year lectures will be conducted during the weekends.
National Youth Centre
The National Youth Centre has initiated several programs to enable the youth to develop their skills while also providing an opportunity to achieve their future job aspirations through the provision of a variety of programs to develop their vocational as well as language skills through full time (5 days of the week) as well as part time (weekend and evening) study programs.
AGE:
Youth in the age group of 15 to 25 can achieve Competency Levels 2,3,4 and 5 under the National Vocational Qualifications Competency Standards through following a variety of full time study programs covering a variety of occupations.
Youth in the age group of 15 to 35 can attend weekend as well as evening classes that will give them job oriented practical as well as theoretical knowledge that is necessary for employment and the practical and theoretical knowledge that is necessary for higher education.
Course Level:
- Diploma
- Certificate
- Training
LOCATION:
- Colombo
- Gampaha
- Kandy
- Kurunegala
- Galle
- Matara
- Hambantota
- Rathnapura
- Anuradhapura
Category:
CONTACT DETAILS:
- : 0112850986
- : No 65 High Level Road Maharagama
- info@nysc.lk