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Early Code Institute presents the Certified Skilled Professional scholarship to help you break into cybersecurity with global certifications.
Fully Funded Cybersecurity Scholarship: Receive Training and International Certification
Joseph Ogbu - Published June 24, 2026
The Certified Skilled Professional is a fully funded scholarship in Cybersecurity for Nigerian youths who are interested in a career in cybersecurity. The program components include hands-on training and international certification in cybersecurity.
The Certified Professional is a 1-month program covering self-paced online learning and a weekly live session with a remote tutor. The primary goal of the live session is to provide learners with hands-on training, support and mentorship to help them succeed.
The program targets audiences who are planning for any of the following:
- International Remote Job: The skill and certification received from the program makes learners eligible for entry-level cybersecurity job with international organizations.
- Relocation Abroad: Learners can utilize their international certification to gain a job in cybersecurity when they relocate abroad.
- Local Job: With several companies offering digital services in Nigeria, the Certified Professional Scholarship program is ideal for people who want to gain a cybersecurity job in Nigeria.
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The Value of The Program
A regular cybersecurity training in Early Code Institute costs ₦198,000 and an international certification costing up to ₦200,000. This places the total cost of the program at ₦398,000 which is fully covered by the scholarship.
The Certified Professional scholarship is open to everyone, without any form of barrier.
How The Program Works
Once enrolled, the learner will commence their training and certification journey at a scheduled date. The program content is structured in modules and units. Each module is comprised of multiple units. An assessment is provided, following the completion of each unit.
The completed and successful assessments is used as the primary condition for eligibility to obtain the international certification.
Details of the Certified Professional Scholarship Programis available on the institution's website.
About Early Code Institute
The institution, with offices in Abuja, has a track record in TVET (Technical Education and Training). Early Code Institute major in hands-on training for digital and tech niches. Their offering are mostly served their campuses or PVC (Private Virtual Classes) platforms.
Early Code has conducted trainings for the informal individuals and corporate organizations, including the FCT-IRS.
Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) serves as a critical engine for economic development and youth employment across West Africa by providing direct, industry-aligned competencies.- World Bank Projects
Other Programs By Early Code Institute
The Certified Professional Scholarship is one of multiple programs being managed by Early Code Institute. Other ongoing programs include:
- IDEAS-TVET: A World Bank sponsored program domiciled with the Federal Ministry of Education of Nigeria. This program empowers Nigerian youths between the ages of 15 and 35 in Creative Media Skilled with the primary goal of increasing the employability.
- TEAM:Tech Empowerment and Mentorship is a program dedicated to empowering young women in tech. The purpose of TEAM is close the gap and remove barriers to women's participation in tech, helping to acquire technical training and overcome the barriers in landing a job role in the field.
Interested individuals can apply for the Certified Professional Scholarship Program through an online form.
Author's Bio
Joseph Ogbu
Computer programmer, coding coach and mentorHi, I'm Joseph Ogbu! I am passionate about making entry into tech simple as it can get. My goal is to empower prospective and new developers by providing practical guidance and easy-to-follow education. Leveraging my skills in Next.js, React.js, React Native, and Google Console, and much more I offer insights and mentorship to help programmers at all levels—from absolute beginners to those looking to refine their intermediate skills—confidently grow their abilities.
