Are the certificates officially recognised? +
Ukarimu provides certificates at graduation. Please note that these are certificates of participation and are not (yet) officially accredited.
For students
Build a great career in tourism & hospitality
Get the practical, hands-on skills employers are looking for — and the confidence to use them from day one.
What you can learn
Choose your path
Ukarimu training focuses on real skills, understanding the industry, and becoming a professional employers want to keep.
🛎️
≈ 6 months
Hospitality
Front office, housekeeping, food & beverage and the art of customer service.
🧭
≈ 6 months
Tour guiding
Guiding skills, safety, communication and responsible, sustainable tourism.
💡
≈ 2 months
Product development
Build and market tourism products, and grow as an entrepreneur.
How it works
Your journey to a job
1
Learn
Class and field-based training in the skill you choose.
2
Practise
Work-based learning or an internship with a real employer.
3
Assess
Closure training and a practical assessment of your skills.
4
Graduate
Certification and the confidence to step into a job.
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Within two weeks after graduation I was employed, so I am very happy that I took this course.
Joseph — Ukarimu graduate, Karamoja Tourism Academy
Good to know
Student questions, answered
Does the training cost money? +
Generally, Ukarimu training requires a commitment fee. The exact amount depends on the course and the training provider.
How do I apply for Ukarimu training? +
Applying for Ukarimu trainings is done through the implementing training providers. If you fill in the contact form, follow us on social media, or register for our newsletter, we will keep you updated on trainings near you.
How long does the training last? +
Ukarimu trainings typically last anywhere from three to six months, depending on the course and the training institution. More than half of the training is work-based learning.
Your future starts here
Ready to build your career?
Download the free Ukarimu app to start learning, or get in touch to find a training near you.