Republic of the Marshall Islands
National Training Council
“Eddeikļok Kapeel Ko” — Nurturing and Cultivating National Skills
Established under the Industries Development Act, the National Training Council connects students, schools, and local businesses. We provide hands-on job skills, apprenticeships, and direct pathways to steady work across every atoll.
350+
Atoll Trainees Reached
300+
Youth Internships
13
Atolls Covered
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Training, paid work experience and opportunities across the Marshall Islands.
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Performance Highlights (2019–2024)
Key accomplishments and milestones reflecting our community's investments in Marshallese skills, employment, and local self-reliance.
TVET Expansion
New programs in trades and ICT launched in Majuro, Ebeye, and outer atolls. Outreach reached over 350 trainees across 13 atolls.
Employment Services
300+ internships and 100+ direct job placements facilitated. Collaborations with U.S. Job Corps supported overseas training.
Standards & Certification
Draft National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) developed to benchmark local competency.
Entrepreneurship
Youth and community entrepreneurship training delivered in partnership with OCIT, integrating livelihood skills with basic business education.
Messages from Council Leadership
Guidance and priorities for workforce development across our islands.
A Message from Minister Gerald Zackios
Minister of Education, Sports and Training
“Central to this Plan is our continued support for young people. We recognize that the transition from school to work remains difficult, especially in remote atolls. The expansion of internship programs, school-based entrepreneurship, and career guidance in secondary education will help our youth become active participants in the economy — as both employees and entrepreneurs.”
A Message from Board Chairperson Junior Paul
Chairperson, NTC Board of Directors
“The NTC Board remains committed to ensuring that the private sector has a strong voice in shaping training priorities through Industry Advisory Groups and labor market assessments. We believe that sustainable employment must be rooted in real industry needs and guided by timely, accurate workforce data.”
Current Training & Employment Programs
Vocational pathways currently deployed in partnership with accredited institutional providers.
Active Vocational Training Modules
Maritime STCW Watchkeeper & Safety
FMTC MajuroInternational Maritime Organization (IMO) compliant standards for vessel navigation, deep-sea fisheries, and marine emergency preparedness.
Solar PV Microgrid & Small-Scale Desalination Operations
CMI Arrak TVET CampusOff-grid clean energy maintenance, inverter troubleshooting, and reverse osmosis potable water system mechanics for outer atolls.
Commercial & Residential Electrical Systems Wiring
Ebeye / Kwajalein CenterNational building code adherence, heavy circuit diagnostics, grounding standards, and commercial power distribution safety.
Outboard Motor & Small Engine Repair
Mobile Training Unit / Outer Atolls2-stroke and 4-stroke marine engine diagnostics, carburetor overhaul, and electrical transmission maintenance delivered directly to lagoon communities.
Civic Data & Network Administration
USP Majuro CampusPublic sector database operation, telecommunications routing, fiber optic splicing, and IT security protocols.
Employment Preparation Program (EPP)
Internship Program
Active IntakeProvides structured government-supported wage subsidies and formal placement across State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), ministries, and accredited private employers to bridge graduation into full career tenure.
U.S. Job Corps Applications
U.S. ProgramSupport for young Marshallese applying to U.S. Job Corps centers for residential career training and education.
Civic Portals & Registry Gateways
Direct access points for citizens, accredited institutions, and local employers.
RMI Job Portal
Connect directly with public sector vacancies, private enterprise openings, and technical apprenticeships across all atolls. Trainees can register their Career Readiness Credentials online.
Accredited Training Providers
Search the national registry of approved vocational centers, maritime academies, and technical institutions certified under the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).