FG revamps Basic Education curriculum, adds 15 new skills

The Federal Government has revised the Basic Education curriculum, introducing 15 new trades to enhance the practical and employability skills of students in primary and junior secondary schools.

According to the government, the updated curriculum will take effect in January 2025, following approval from the National Council on Education. Preparations, including teacher training, the development of instructional materials, and infrastructure upgrades, are set to be completed within three months to ensure readiness in public and private schools.

The newly introduced trades will include modern skills such as digital literacy, robotics, vocational training, and entrepreneurship.

Students will have the flexibility to select from these courses, ensuring they graduate with practical knowledge aligned with current economic demands.

The 15 new trades introduced in the Basic Education curriculum are:

1. Plumbing

2. Tiling and Floor Works

3. POP Installation

4. Event Decoration and Management

5. Bakery and Confectioneries

6. Hairstyling

7. Makeup

8. Interior Design

9. GSM Repairs

10. Satellite/TV Antenna Installation

11. CCTV, Intercom Installation, and Maintenance

12. Solar Installation and Maintenance

13. Garment Making

14. Agriculture and Processing (including crop production, beekeeping, horticulture, sheep and goat farming, poultry, and rabbit farming)

15. Basic Digital Literacy (IT and Robotics)