The Youth Training and Service Centre (YTSC) was founded in 2010 and became a government-assisted institution in 2018. It received accreditation from the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and the National Council for Technical, Vocational and other Academic Awards (NCTVA) in 2022.

Supported by the Government of Sierra Leone, the Ministry of Technical and Higher Education, and Bread for the World (BftW), the YTSC received a World Bank grant in 2021 to train 1,000 youths in market-driven skills.

The Centre offers two-year, TVET accredited courses in Auto Mechanics, Electrical and Solar Installations, Welding, Motor Mechanics, and catering and Hotel Business. There are also a great variety of short courses available, lasting 3-6 month; Hair Dressing, Makeup, Cake Making, Food and Beverage Production, Decoration, Bead and Ankara Works, and AC and Refrigeration Repair. Since its inception, a total of 4,518 students have graduated from the YTSC.

Entrepreneurship Program

At the Youth Training and Service Centre (YTSC), our flagship program focuses on Entrepreneurship, where MADAM partners with various local institutions in Makeni. This initiative is designed for youth who have completed their vocational skills training but lack the entrepreneurial skills necessary to launch their own businesses. By equipping young people with these essential skills, we empower them to become independent entrepreneurs and generate employment opportunities within their communities.

Our trainers not only support aspiring entrepreneurs but also provide training for educators at partner institutions. This enables them to independently teach the entrepreneurship curriculum. This collaborative approach enhances the reach and impact of our program, fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in the region.