NYSC-ALAT Accelerator Program
A groundbreaking initiative brought to you by Wema Bank and Microsoft in collaboration with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
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We are on a mission to empower Corp members
Wema Bank and Microsoft in collaboration with NYSC is providing free training, mentorship, access to finance and markets for all corps members who register for the NYSC-ALAT Accelerator Program.
- The trainings are intended to equip corps members with digital skills needed to navigate the business and corporate world.
- Access to Microsoft Digital Skills self-paced content for basic , intermediate and Microsoft advanced certification courses
- Corps Members can apply for the NYSC x ALAT Accelerator Programme to enjoy its full benefits and access grants, loans and other useful solutions from Wema Bank. Registered Corps members will also be eligible for Job Placements/ Career Fairs and more.
What we Offer
Our Packages
Training by Wema Bank /Partner
Access to Microsoft learning content for in demand tech and non-Tech career/skills that aligns with your career goals for employment, to guide you to success in your chosen field.
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Access to Finance and Markets
We are with you every step of the way, supporting you through the journey with access to markets for your unique abilities and much more, to give you a head-start after your national youth service year.
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Job Placements/ Career Fairs
Corps Members can write our recruitment test without applying, get invitation to our fairs, employee readiness, tips on how to job hunt and ace interviews, CV re-writing for Free, NYSC CV Jobs Portal
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Mentorship Sessions
Receive personalized mentorship from experts in your chosen field and gain access to exclusive events, workshops, discuss, and resources designed to strategically boost your career.
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First, select your enterpreurship package.
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Filling your details
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NYSC-ALAT Accelerator Program is a scheme designed to train corps members in tech skills and prepare them for the corporate and business world. This training is been done in conjunction with NYSC & Microsoft.
This program is open to corps members who registered during the Batch C, stream 2 2023 orientation exercise.
No. Participation is open to all corps members who registered for the program.
You can apply for the program by filling out the application form on the program's official website during the designated timeframe Here
No, participation in the NYSC-ALAT Accelerator Program is completely free. There are no registration fees or costs involved.
Participants in the program will undergo training in tech skills such as Generative AI, Cybersecurity, and sustainability.
The free basic/ intermediate courses of the program is set for a duration of 2 weeks, followed by an additional 2-weeks for advanced courses.
No, MSMEs owned by corps members that are not registered can also apply and benefit from the program.
Certain parts of the program will be conducted virtually, while others will take place at physical venues. The detailed arrangements for each segment will be provided to all successful applicants during the program.
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You can stay informed by visiting the program's official website (https://nysc-accelerator.alat.ng/) and following all the social media channels of Wema Bank for updates and announcements.
The NYSC-ALAT program promotes gender balance by encouraging women's participation and providing dedicated support to female corps members.
Eligibility for loans is determined based on various factors, including the viability of your business plan, demonstrated commitment, your credit history, and potential for positive impact. Specific qualification criteria will be outlined during the program.
Yes, some participants will have access to free data. But this is on a best effort basis.
Participants who enroll on time stand a better chance of getting free data- (First come, First serve)
Yes, the program offers continuous support for alumni through various resources and networks, enabling them to further develop and apply their acquired skills.
No, it is not limited to them. Regardless of your individual goals, there are courses designed to meet your specific needs. This includes courses aimed at enhancing employability for those seeking employment.
To access your learning portal, kindly follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the portal (https//nysc-accelerator.alat.ng/).
Step 2 : Log in using the credentials provided in our previous email, which includes your email address and the default password "Password".
Step 3: After logging in with these credentials, you will be prompted to set a new password.
Step 4: Create a new password of your choice, ensuring it is at least 8 characters in length, and then click the update button.
Step 5: Once your new password is set, you'll be directed to your personalized dashboard where you can view all your assigned courses.
If you have any questions or suggestions or enquiries, please contact us via purpleconnect@wemabank.com
Empowering Societal Growth: WEMA BANK JOINING FORCES WITH MICROSOFT
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and organisation in Africa to achieve more by providing platforms, tools and solutions that help drive small business productivity, large business competitiveness, and public-sector efficiency.
Microsoft Africa aims to create local opportunity, growth, and impact by investing in a broad range of skilling initiatives that maximise the economic power of a young Africa, as well as programmes that support local companies to help make our continent more globally competitive. The renowned organisation works closely with governments, partners, businesses, and people to create essential infrastructure that accelerates economic growth, provides jobs and drives innovation, helping Africa compete effectively in the global economy.
Through this partnership, both Wema Bank and Microsoft are creating viable opportunities for digital transformation to give Nigerian Youths a competitive edge on the global scale, improve the economy and sustain the shared vision of empowerment.
Experts and certified trainers from Microsoft will anchor the training courses that this programme is scheduled to cover. Some of these courses include:
- Generative AI
- Sustainability
- Cyber Security
