EXIT PROGRAM FOR THE 2025 GRADUATING TRAINEES

Date: 7th – 8th October 2025
Venue: VTC Training Hall
Facilitators: VTC Administrative & Departmental Staff

1. Introduction

St. Louise de Marillac Vocational Training Centre (VTC) successfully held a two-day Exit Program for eight (8) second-year trainees who later graduated on 25th October 2025.
The program prepared the young women for life after training — equipping them with practical skills, confidence, discipline, and readiness for entrepreneurship and employment.

It served as a period of reflection, orientation, and hands-on preparation for their transition into the world of work.

2. Day One – Orientation & Reflection

The first session was opened by Sr. Gertrude, VTC Administrator/Coordinator, who highlighted the importance of the Exit Program and encouraged the trainees to uphold the values of professionalism and good conduct acquired during their training.

Facilitators for the day included:

Madam Evodia Morfaw, Head of Catering
Madam Alberta Suglo, Head of Dressmaking

The trainees engaged in interactive discussions on:

Life after VTC
How VTC has shaped their growth
Plans for business or career development
Personal reflections and aspirations

Miss Dana, a volunteer from Germany working with SCA/VTC, also participated and encouraged the girls to remain determined and innovative.

Sr. Gertrude (VTC Administrator/Coordinator) addressing the trainees during the first-day session

3. Day Two – Business Plan & Entrepreneurship Session

Day Two was facilitated by Mr. Nyitar Terungwa Valentine, VTC Monitoring & Evaluation Officer and I.T Support Specialist.
The focus was practical entrepreneurship, small business development, and branding.

Session Objectives

Understanding business planning
Encouraging creativity and confidence
Making entrepreneurship practical and relatable
Equipping trainees with basic sustainability tools

4. Session Highlights

Updated Business Names

Old Business Name	Updated Business Title
Racheal Fashion	Racheal Signature Styles & Beauty
Prospera Fashion	Prospera Couture & Creative Designs
Celestina Beauty Saloon	Celestina Luxury Beauty Hub
Martha Designs	Martha’s Modern Designs & Collections
Prescilla’s Design	Prescilla Trendy Touch Designs
Beauty Parlor	Atiatu Glam Studio & Makeover Lounge

Trainees presenting their updated business names and concepts.

Session Timeline (9:30 AM – 1:00 PM)

Opening Prayer & Motivation
Ice-Breaker: “My Dream Business in One Sentence”
Practical Talk on Small Business Start-Up
Group Activity: Branding & Logo Design
Customer Attraction & Retention
Mini Drama: Customer Relationship
Group Presentations & Feedback
Lessons Learned & Reflections
Closing Remarks & Prayer

Group discussions on branding, customer relationship, and quality service.

5. Core Learning Topics

Starting a Business – Market research & realistic goal-setting
Sustaining a Business – Discipline, consistency, customer care
Record Keeping – Daily income & expense tracking
Branding & Marketing – Simple, affordable promotional strategies
Professional Attitude – Punctuality, honesty, and quality delivery

6. Interactive Practical Activities

Business name & logo challenge
Customer service role-play
60-second business pitch
Group debate on quality vs. quantity
Record book practice exercises

7. Expected Outcomes

By the end of the Exit Program, trainees were expected to:

Understand the basics of business planning
Confidently present business ideas
Apply strategies for customer retention
Practice basic financial record keeping
Demonstrate strengthened teamwork and creativity

8. Evaluation & Feedback

A VTC Evaluation Form was completed by all trainees.
Feedback showed high satisfaction, increased confidence, and appreciation for the practical nature of the sessions.

9. Conclusion

The 2025 Exit Program was a remarkable success.
Over two days, trainees were meaningfully engaged, inspired, and empowered to step into the future with knowledge, confidence, and strong values.

The VTC community extends sincere appreciation to Sr. Gertrude, all facilitators, staff, and volunteers — especially Miss Dana — for their contributions.