PathsPaths by Kalana YapaAI Finder

Path Category 04

After
O/L

You passed O/L — now what?

Your Options After O/L

01

Sit A/L

MOST COMMON

Continue to Advanced Level — choose Science, Commerce, Arts, or Technology streams.

02

Technical College

VOCATIONAL

NAITA, TVEC, and Government Technical Colleges offer 1–2 year trade courses.

03

Private Diplomas

PRIVATE SECTOR

IT, English, accounting and other diploma programmes at private institutes.

04

Government Jobs

EMPLOYMENT

Some government service and armed forces positions accept O/L qualifications.

05

Apprenticeships

TRADE SKILLS

Apprentice programmes in trades — electrical, plumbing, mechanics, construction.

06

HNDE / HND

HIGHER EDUCATION

Some Higher National Diploma programmes accept O/L as minimum entry.

If You Choose A/L — Pick the Right Stream

Science Stream

Doctor

Engineer

IT Professional

Pharmacist

Biotechnologist

Commerce Stream

Accountant

Banker

Business Manager

Economist

HR Professional

Arts Stream

Lawyer

Journalist

Teacher

Psychologist

Social Worker

Technology Stream

IT Technician

Graphic Designer

Electronics Engineer

Civil Drafter

Still unsure which path fits you?