The programme
Certification exam support.
Ilekun aims to help eligible applicants cover the cost of approved technology certification exams, beginning with Salesforce certifications.
What support covers
At launch, support covers the approved exam fee only, and is given as an exam voucher. Salesforce certifications are supported first, with other providers, such as ServiceNow and AWS, planned for later.
Assistance is subject to programme eligibility, available funding, and approval.
Covered at launch
- The approved certification exam fee, as an exam voucher
Not covered at launch
- Exam retakes
- Training courses or boot camps
- Certification preparation materials
- Internet access or computer equipment
- Travel or other incidental expenses
- Multiple exams for the same applicant
How it works
A clearer path to your next credential.
The process begins with understanding your goals, reviewing your circumstances, and determining whether your requested certification and support needs fit Ilekun's programme.
Explore the programme's eligibility information to understand whether your goals and circumstances may align with the support Ilekun intends to offer.
When applications open, provide the requested information about your goals, intended certification, and need for financial assistance.
Ilekun reviews applications against its approved criteria and available funding. Additional information may be requested where necessary. Submission does not guarantee approval.
If approved, you'll receive an exam voucher, with instructions for using it to book your exam.
Who may be eligible
To apply, you must be 18 or older. Applicants from any country are welcome. The programme is for people whose monthly income is below the minimum wage in their country, or whose total income over the last two months is below US$300 (or the equivalent in their currency).
Ilekun aims to help people who face financial barriers to pursuing recognised technology certifications. Applicants should have a clear reason for pursuing the certification and be able to explain how it supports their learning or career goals.
Eligibility depends on the programme's approved criteria, the certification requested, and available funding. Meeting these general conditions does not guarantee assistance.
Good to know
- No guaranteed outcomes
- Receiving support does not guarantee certification success, employment, or a particular career outcome.
- Every application is reviewed
- Applications are reviewed against the programme's eligibility requirements, the information provided, and the availability of funding. Submitting an application does not guarantee approval.
- Independent of Salesforce
- Ilekun is independent. We mention Salesforce only because that's the certification our first programme supports.