This study intended to assess the role of skill training in improving the livelihood of unemployedrnadults. Itâ€™s focal point is kolfe-Keranio Sub City. A descriptive survey study was conducted. Arntotal of 187 respondents were given questionnaires and of these 172 have filled and returned,rnfrom which 90 trainees completing their level 1 and 2 program 2014, 20 major field instructorsrnand 62 business owners are sources of data. Relevant data were collected throughrnquestionnaires, interview and observation. The data were analyzed by employing variousrnstatistical tools including frequencies, percentages, and qualitative descriptions depending onrnthe nature of the data. As the study revealed, the TVET curriculum design, the competence ofrninstructors and availability of market need all which are basic for entrepreneurial (selfrnemployment) motivation of trainees. In addition to this the financial, work place and moralrnsupport were other motivation factors the trainees to start their own business. The study inrngeneral indicated that even if so many influences are there, entrepreneurial motivation ofrntrainees for self employment was very good. As it was shown in the study the society old idearnabout the gender difference is becoming eroded. It is concluded that the role of TVET for selfemploymentrnopportunity is in good condition. Finally the study recommended that the durationrnof the training should be elongated, the counseling and guidance service should be employedrnand straighten the trainees in number.