Master–Apprentice Field Training
Cookery, electrical, plumbing, white goods and construction trades; alongside experienced master craftsmen in real workplaces.
Why this programme?
The training gap in technical trades and industry's need for master craftsmen have reached a critical threshold.
Estimated annual shortfall of master craftsmen in manufacturing, energy, plumbing and the service sector.
67% of SMEs and authorised service centres are looking for reliable, field-trained master craftsmen and journeymen.
Theory-heavy education fails to satisfy young people; early school drop-outs are rising.
Bringing young people not in education or employment into the productive industrial workforce.
Five trade areas
The strategic crafts most sought after by the market, passed on directly in the field through mastery.
Cookery
A master–apprentice model in real kitchens, in partnership with a gastronomy academy and accredited by a professional association. Hygiene, portioning and modern kitchen discipline.
Electrical installation
Panel assembly, smart home systems, earthing and renewable energy connection standards, in collaboration with the professional chamber and MEB.
Plumbing
Natural gas, sanitary installation and smart water-efficiency applications. Water-saving fittings, leak detection and pressure system safety.
White goods repair
Authorised service certification; training in refrigerant gas conversion, inverter motors, electronic board repair and digital fault diagnosis.
Construction trades
Formworkers, steel fixers, welders; field training in line with green building and earthquake safety standards. OHS discipline and sustainable material use.
Four-stage process
A structured flow from young people's interests to secure employment in the field.
Trade matching through PANDOST and talent analysis. Identifying the most suitable master craftsman's workplace according to each young person's manual skills, interests and location.
8–12 weeks of intensive curriculum approved by the professional chamber. Training in OHS rules, tool use, basic technical drawing and digital measurement.
At least 3 months of hands-on practice in a real workplace. One-to-one on-the-job learning alongside an experienced master craftsman, customer communication and practical problem solving.
Jointly approved digital certificate and permanent employment. Target of compliance with MYK standards and employment matching at protocol member businesses.
Three partners, one model
Joint management of public incentives, an academic scientific foundation and the real-sector master craftsman network.
Government
Legislation, Incentives and Social Security
- check_circle MEB vocational training support: Aim of operating in alignment with apprenticeship and vocational training programmes.
- check_circle SGK premium incentive: Coverage of young people's occupational accident and general health insurance premiums during the training and apprenticeship period.
- check_circle İŞKUR course funding: İŞKUR trainee support provided in accordance with legislation for the duration of the course.
- check_circle Master–apprentice incentive fund: Master trainer premium support for master tradespeople and businesses that train young people.
Academy
Curriculum, Measurement and Evaluation
- check_circle Tailor-made technical curriculum: Modules prepared under university consultancy according to the sector's current gaps and technologies.
- check_circle Field supervision: Regular academic monitoring of young people's psychosocial condition and professional development in the workplace.
- check_circle Digital certification: Verifiable digital (NFT-based) competency certificate; its scope will be defined with the relevant institutions.
- check_circle PANDOST integration: Psychosocial mentoring module for the adaptation of NEET youth to working life.
Professional Chambers
Accreditation, Inspection and Workplace Network
- check_circle Accreditation and inspection: Checking the physical and professional adequacy of workplaces that will provide master–apprentice training.
- check_circle Master craftsman workplace network: A pool of trusted businesses registered with the relevant chambers of tradesmen and craftsmen and chambers of commerce.
- check_circle Sectoral employment bridge: Direct matching of journeymen who complete their training with chamber members in need.
- check_circle Mastery certificate preparation: A pathway to opening an independent workplace after apprenticeship and preparing for mastery examinations.
Target positions
Sample roles — not actual job listings. Matching is carried out according to these profiles.
Electrical Installation Apprentice
FieldWhite Goods Technical Service Candidate
Authorised ServiceAssistant Cook
Kitchen PracticeJoin the master craftsman workplace network
Open your doors to young people with your experienced master craftsmen; matching, supervision and certification are handled by the platform. Benefit from SGK premium incentives and the master trainer support fund.
Apply to this programme
Our door is open to all young people who want to learn a trade, gain experience in the real field under the supervision of a master craftsman and build their future.
Course catalogue
Courses in this programme
Technical Trades
Electrical Installation and Smart Home
Basic electrics, panel assembly and an introduction to smart building systems.
10 hafta · On-site · Intermediate
Technical Trades
Plumbing and Water Systems
Sanitary plumbing, maintenance and water-saving practices.
10 hafta · On-site · Beginner
Technical Trades
Cooking: Master–Apprentice Workshop
Hands-on gastronomy and trade practice in a real kitchen.
12 hafta · On-site · Beginner
Other programmes
Training Academy
Courses in artificial intelligence, green energy, technical trades and entrepreneurship; personalised learning and AI-supported mentoring.
Green Future Programme
Green trades in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture and the circular economy.
Digital Trade Bridge
From consumer to producer: young people who build their own e-commerce business in four steps; 1 store, 1 sale, 1 certificate.