Do you know what the NYSC discharge certificate is? Do you know if it’s given at the beginning or at the end of youth service? It is important that you find out what this is so you do not get lost in the whole NYSC thing.
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In this article, you’ll get to find out everything pertaining to the NYSC discharge certificate and also get to answer some of the frequently asked questions about the NYSC discharge certificate.
I trust you’re ready to journey with me? Let’s roll!!
What Is NYSC Discharge Certificate?
It is important that you know what this discharge certificate is before going into other aspects of it.
NYSC discharge certificate is that certificate given to a corper who has completed his service years. I know this is easy to understand but let me share more thoughts on it.
Only those who completed the NYSC program are eligible to get this certificate. The reason is that some people might not be actively available during their service years. This is where the exclusion and exemption certificate comes in. Not to worry, I’ll still talk about it.
They give the NYSC discharge certificate out on the day of the passing out ceremony. This is just like a graduation program that runs in schools. There would be an award for corp members who have an outstanding record during their service years.
In case you do not know what a discharge certificate looks like, here is a picture;
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You have to know that there are three certificates that NYSC offers. Being aware of this is important! They are:
- Exemption certificate
- Exclusion certificate
- Discharge certificate
More people are aware of the discharge certificate, but it’s not so for the remaining 2. This is because people center their gaze on the discharge certificate. In this context, I’ll tell you about the exemption and exclusion certificates.
Exemption certificate
Most people tend to look at this certificate as one that is just given because of exemption. No! Except if your reason for exemption is recognized by the law, only then will you be issued the certificate of exemption.
In other words, this certificate gets to people who are exempted from the service years due to some circumstances permitted by the law.
You can print this by logging in to the portal, filling the necessary information, and then you’re done.
Exclusion certificate
An exclusion certificate has to do with those who run part-time programs in institutions, those who run sandwich programs, and the likes. The school has to send their names and then the necessary would be done.
Why Should You Obtain Your Discharge Certificate?
This is a funny question but then it demands an answer! It would be unwise to start a project and then neglect your certificate of completion. You need this certificate to show that you have completed your youth service and can also pursue other goals.
Sometimes this certificate is important if you’re job hunting. You have an edge over those who do not possess the certificate. Why deny yourself the prestige of being an ex-corper?
Everything I’m trying to point out here is that you should ensure that you collect it and trust me it would be of great use to you.
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Answers To Frequently Asked Questions On NYSC Discharge Certificates.
Can my certificate be collected by someone else?
This is not possible as NYSC would not give your certificate to another person no matter how close you might be to the person. If you are not available for the passing out ceremony then you should find your way to the secretariat so you can get it.
Note: this should be done within 2 weeks following the ceremony.
Where will my certificate be given to me?
Your certificate will be given to you at your local government of service. This is done basically when there is a major issue that needs to be solved. A good example is covid-19 as they are trying to put in all measures possible to ensure it goes fine.
Are there things that need to be done before collection?
There are certain things that need to be done before you would be eligible to collect your discharge certificate. Your employers have to clear you, your CDS inspector has to clear you and you must present your NYSC ID card to collect your certificate.
Can NYSC withhold my certificate?
Yes, it can be withheld. This could be due to pending actions that have not been taken by NYSC on an individual be it disciplinary issues, loan payment, or those who weren’t present for the passing out ceremony.
In case of misplacement, what should I do?
This is not so easy to do, especially when it’s a case of stealing, loss, or damage. All you might need to do is present a police report, affidavit, a copy of the lost certificate, and also the state you were discharged from.
If you have done all of these then you should be patient and see what comes out of the whole process.
Note: you should follow up on the process to get quick recovery of your document.
Conclusion
Having seen this, I know you won’t be confused when it comes to NYSC discharge certificates. Your discharge certificate is just as important as the NYSC process itself. You should collect and protect the document.
I wish you success in your NYSC journey!
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