PATHS Program

Professional Advancement through Holistic Skills (PATHS) is a workforce readiness program that bridges the gap between academic training and real-world practice across Africa and beyond.

Why PATHS?

Despite strong academic backgrounds, many graduates and professionals feel unprepared for the realities of practice and future of work. Developed by Tanzania Better Health (TBH) and Stetho Steps, PATHS addresses the critical need for holistic, competency-based learning often overlooked in traditional education.

The program incorporates principles of Human-Centred Design (HCD) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to help learners build transferable skills, strengthen their portfolio and grow their professional network.

Our curriculum was shaped by insights from 50+ professionals across 20+ fields and is aligned with key regional and global frameworks including the African Union's Agenda 2063, UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and WHO's Global Competency Framework for Universal Health Coverage.

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Countries Reached

Competency Areas

Learning Pathways

Who is PATHS For?

The PATHS program serves individuals across diverse
professions and career stages including those preparing to enter the
workforce, transitioning into new roles, or seeking to
remain current in their profession.

Students & Recent Graduates

Build confidence and capability as you transition from education to the workplace.

Early to Mid-Career Professionals

Upskill, reskill or cross-skill to advance in your current role or pivot to new opportunities.

Institutions & Organizations

Strengthen your team's capacity with flexible, scalable, and relevant professional development.

What You'll Learn

Learning, Mindset & Motivation

Apply growth mindset principles, learning and motivational strategies for personal and professional development

The Four C's

Build critical thinking, creativity, communication and collaboration skills to solve problems and lead teams with confidence

Thinking in Systems

Use systems thinking to analyze complex challenges and design for effective, interconnected solutions

Self-Assessment & Goal-Setting

Use proven tools to assess your strengths and set a clear, actionable plan for growth

Information, Media & Digital Literacy

Evaluate digital information critically and use technology responsibly across different settings

Personal Wellbeing & Resilience

Apply the SPIRE model of wellbeing to build a foundation for a more fulfilling, resilient and meaningful life.

Financial Literacy I: Budgeting, Saving, &
Investing

Build practical systems for budgeting saving and investing for financial independence

Financial Literacy II: Debt, Taxes, &
Insurance

Navigate debt, taxes, and insurance to protect your assets and secure your financial future

Project Management

Use essential tools to plan, implement and lead projects effectively from start to finish

Social Entrepreneurship

Design ethical, sustainable initiatives that identify community needs and create solutions that put people over profit

Professional Identity, Branding & Networking

Craft a strong professional identity and digital presence to build meaningful and mutually-beneficials connections

Navigating Career Opportunities

Align your strength with industry needs to explore emerging roles and pursue meaningful career pathways

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Dr. Shani K, Medical Doctor

"It's really game-changing for growing health professionals of every sector in health and even beyond health"

How You'll Learn: Three Ways to Engage

PATHS Fellowship

An immersive 12-week "learning by doing" cohort experience

Fellows engage with the full curriculum through expert mentorship, consultancy projects that support local organizations and builds their professional portfolio and network.

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PATHS Core

Tailored workshops for teams and organizations

We adapt the curriculum to your specific skill gaps and organizational goals, delivering focused training to strengthen your team's capacity with practical, immediately applicable solutions.