This startup provides educational programs that equip non-technical individuals with certified tech skills and essential soft skills through a structured curriculum. By partnering with higher education institutions, it enables clients to earn diploma certificates, facilitating their transition into the tech workforce.
Funding
$4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Many individuals in Africa lack access to the skills and training needed to participate in the digital economy and secure employment in the technology sector. Traditional educational institutions often fail to provide practical, industry-relevant skills that are in high demand by employers. This skills gap limits career opportunities and hinders economic growth.
Solution
AltSchool Africa provides online diploma and course programs focused on building in-demand tech and creative economy skills. Through a virtual platform, learners gain access to global-standard learning resources, live classes, and peer-to-peer training. The curriculum integrates self-paced learning with hands-on projects and real-world African case studies, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. AltSchool Africa offers specialized schools in Engineering, Product, Data, Business, and Creative Economy, each providing comprehensive technical courses designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills required to compete globally.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals in Africa seeking to acquire in-demand tech skills, switch careers, or boost their existing skills to participate in the digital economy. This includes recent high school graduates, current university students, and young professionals.
Features
- Diploma programs offering in-depth expertise in fields like Frontend Engineering, Data Science, and Product Management
- Accelerated 6-week courses to upskill in areas such as Data Analysis, Product Design, and Cybersecurity
- Specialized schools focusing on Engineering, Product, Data, Business, and Creative Economy
- Active self-paced learning, live classes, and peer-to-peer training for an immersive experience
- Curriculum incorporating real-world African case studies and interactive learning modules
- Scholarship opportunities available for eligible students who pass the entrance exams
- Accredited by ASIC (Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges, and Universities)