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Professional Foundations Program

Mandatory 8-week professional readiness programme where learners practise, submit work, receive feedback, and build portfolio evidence inside Teki-SL.

Ibrahim George FodayMohamed Dyphan MassaquoiMentor-led by Ibrahim Foday and Mohamed Dyphan
Modules
69 modules
Length
8 Weeks
Level
Beginner to Advanced
OverviewWhat you learnCurriculumRequirementsInstructorStoriesFAQ
Signature foundation

From first lesson to portfolio evidence.

Professional Foundations is an 8-week studio: learners study, practise, submit work, receive feedback, and leave with evidence they can carry into specialist pathways, work, or further learning.

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weekly
submissions
final
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  1. 1
    Weeks 1-2
    Stage 1

    Prepare

    Set the learner routine, professional standard, mission, and weekly rhythm.

    Proof: Mission statement + PICS reflection
  2. 2
    Weeks 3-6
    Stage 2

    Practise

    Research a real problem, write clearly, use data, and work with a team.

    Proof: Problem, research, data, and team evidence
  3. 3
    Weeks 7-8
    Stage 3

    Prove

    Package the strongest work into a portfolio that shows readiness for the next pathway.

    Proof: Prototype, pitch, resume, LinkedIn, and capstone
Portfolio evidence
Personal mission statementPICS reflectionProblem statementResearch notesTeam data summaryUser interview notesPrototype summaryPitch outline
Progress counts when
Weekly mission submissions
Knowledge checks
Professional portfolio capstone
Certificate rule
Programme documents

Handbook and curriculum

These documents stay available on the platform, so learners can confirm expectations, weekly structure, and programme requirements without leaving Teki-SL.

Professional Foundations Course CurriculumA full curriculum reference for the mandatory 8-week programme.Foundational Professional Skills Program HandbookLearner expectations, programme structure, and support guidance in one document.

About this course

A 8 Weeks built around practical learning, guided structure, and proof of progress.

Our comprehensive Foundational Skills Program has been thoughtfully designed to empower individuals with essential skills needed for success in any career path. This holistic program combines professional development, personal growth, and technical literacy to create well-rounded professionals. We focus on building core competencies such as effective communication, critical thinking, leadership, and problem-solving abilities, while also introducing participants to valuable digital skills that are increasingly important across all sectors.


This carefully structured program goes beyond traditional training by incorporating real-world scenarios, interactive sessions, and mentorship opportunities. Participants develop confidence in public speaking, master business writing, learn project management fundamentals, and gain experience in team collaboration: skills that are valuable whether you're pursuing a career in business, education, healthcare, technology, or public service. Additionally, our program includes modules on digital literacy and basic technical skills that have become essential in today's interconnected world, ensuring our graduates are prepared for the modern workplace regardless of their chosen field.

Outcomes

What you will be able to do

Write professional reflections, emails, reports, and work updates with clarity.
Define problems, research evidence, and communicate insights with confidence.
Work in teams using roles, meeting notes, peer coaching, and feedback habits.
Prepare job-readiness evidence including LinkedIn, resume, pitch, and portfolio proof.

Curriculum

69 modules

Review the modules before enrolling. Preview lessons are marked in the curriculum where the instructor has opened them.

Parts of this programme

69 modules · 627 lessons · 42h 35m of material · 54 knowledge checks

  1. 1Module 1.1: Getting Started8 lessons · 58 min · 1 check · 3 free to preview
    • Welcome to the ProgrammeFree preview
      8 min
    • Why this Course?Free preview
      5 min
    • Program Overview & Welcome VideoFree preview
      10 min
    • Get to Know Your Course Designer and Guide
      5 min

    +4 more lessons in this module

  2. 2Module 1.2: Tools & Setup7 lessons · 45 min · 1 check
    • Onboarding
      4 min
    • Using the Portal & LMS
      8 min
    • Reliable Internet Access
      8 min
    • Device Guidelines
      7 min

    +3 more lessons in this module

  3. 3Module 1.3: Tech Resources & Video Conferencing7 lessons · 51 min · 1 check
    • Helpful Tech Resources
      8 min
    • More Tech Resources to Follow
      7 min
    • Video Conferencing Etiquette
      10 min
    • Getting Started with Zoom
      8 min

    +3 more lessons in this module

  4. 4Module 1.4: Why This Programme & How to Succeed10 lessons · 1h 12m · 1 check
    • What Is Special About This Programme?
      8 min
    • The Eight Meta-Skills
      12 min
    • Assess Your Skills
      6 min
    • Course Structure & Completion
      8 min

    +6 more lessons in this module

  5. 5Module 1.5: Stronger Together 🤝10 lessons · 1h 2m · 1 check
    • Developing Habits for Interpersonal Growth
      7 min
    • The 4 B’s of a Good Morning
      8 min
    • Commitment to Your Success
      6 min
    • The Importance of Community
      7 min

    +6 more lessons in this module

  6. 6Module 1.6: Your Why & GCGOs 🌍17 lessons · 2h 7m · 1 check
    • Understanding Your Why 💡
      10 min
    • Intro to GCGOs 🌍
      12 min
    • Urbanization: A Global Challenge 🏙️
      9 min
    • Urbanization and Tech
      10 min

    +13 more lessons in this module

  7. 7Week 1 Milestone1 lesson · 30 min · 1 check
    • Week 1 Milestone
      30 min

Requirements

  • Complete all required lessons and weekly mission submissions inside Teki-SL.
  • Submit the final Professional Foundations Portfolio capstone.
  • Meet the programme assessment standard before the certificate is issued.

Meet your mentor-instructors

Ibrahim George Foday

Ibrahim George Foday

Founder of Teki-SL and multidisciplinary trainer across software, data, GIS, research, MEAL, and digital systems.

FounderLead course designerProfessional foundations guide
Mohamed Dyphan Massaquoi

Mohamed Dyphan Massaquoi

Co-founder and learner-support lead focused on community accountability, mentorship, and practical course guidance.

Co-founderCommunity managerProfessional foundations guide
Learner stories

What Cohort 1 learners say

Real voices from the pioneer Foundations class in Freetown, with verified names and the concrete outcomes they walked away with.

Deployed first live web project
“Before Teki-SL, I thought tech careers were only for people abroad. During our 8-week Foundations training in Freetown, Mr. Ibrahim showed us how global remote work actually operates. I went from being scared of the terminal to deploying my first live project.”
Marie KamaraTeki-SL Foundations Program · Cohort 1
Mastered Git & professional Slack communication
“What makes Teki-SL different is that you don’t just watch videos. Every single week, Dyphan and Ibrahim reviewed our code. They taught us how to communicate clearly on Slack, how to write clean commits on GitHub, and how to carry ourselves like global engineers.”
Alieu BarrieTeki-SL Foundations Program · Cohort 1
Built automated data cleaning scripts
“I started the Foundations track with zero Excel knowledge. By week 6, I was writing scripts to structure real Freetown datasets and creating interactive dashboards. The mentorship here pushed me beyond what I thought was possible.”
Francis FodayTeki-SL Foundations Program · Cohort 1
Practiced live terminal & cloud lab setups
“Learning tech infrastructure right here from Sierra Leone seemed intimidating at first. But the Teki-SL Foundations environment let me practice real Linux terminal commands and deploy servers straight from my browser.”
Bockarie JimmyTeki-SL Foundations Program · Cohort 1
Structured professional technical writing
“The AI productivity tools and communication frameworks taught in Cohort 1 completely transformed how I present my work. We learned how to use modern tech tools ethically for structuring projects with clarity for international clients.”
Fatima MansarayTeki-SL Foundations Program · Cohort 1
Created full Figma UI prototypes for briefs
“Teki-SL gave us real project briefs instead of theoretical exercises. I learned how to turn client requirements in Freetown into modern Figma UI prototypes and responsive layouts that compete on a global standard.”
Emmanuel SesayTeki-SL Foundations Program · Cohort 1

Frequently asked questions

Is the Professional Foundations Program mandatory?

Yes. It is the required 8-week foundation that prepares learners for specialization, teamwork, professional communication, and portfolio-based learning.

Will learners submit work inside the platform?

Yes. Core weekly missions and the final portfolio capstone are native platform assignments, so AI and instructors can review the actual work.

How does grading work?

Learners see rubrics before submitting. AI gives structured first feedback where appropriate, and instructors can review, override, return, or confirm grades.

What does a learner produce by the end?

A learner leaves with a professional evidence pack: mission statement, PICS reflection, problem/research work, team evidence, pitch/prototype summary, LinkedIn/resume readiness, and a final portfolio reflection.

Ready to start?

Enrol today, learn at your own pace, and earn a verifiable Teki-SL certificate.

Professional Foundations Program
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