Learnership is an alternative form of training that places the emphasis on practical experience. A contract is signed between three parties: the training provider (college), learner, workplace (company).<\/p>\n
Each learner enters into a temporary employment contract with the workplace. Learners attend theory classes either one day per week or one week per month. The work that is taught in class (theory) is then practised in the workplace.<\/p>\n
There is therefore close cooperation between workplace and College.<\/p>\n
Learner spends most of his\/her time in workplace. Main benefit therefore: practical hands on training in a work environment.
\nA learnership consists of a structured learning component and practical work experience of a specific nature and duration and culminates in a full qualification registered with SAQA.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
A learnership is set up as follows:
\nA learnership programme is composed of Training at a college (\u00b1 30%) Practical experience in the workplace (\u00b1 70%)<\/p>\n
Both learnerships and skills programmes are meant for people who are already employed as well as people who want to enter the workplace.
\nLearnerships are composed of SAQA unit standards, which have a total number of credits depending on the qualification level reflected on the NQF. Unit standards are components or building blocks of NQF qualifications. Each unit standard is formulated in such a way that it can also be used as a skills programme.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Higher Education and training Band (HE)<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n8<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nDoctorate & Further Research Degrees<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nUniversities, Professional Institutions & Technikons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n7<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nMaster & First Research Degrees<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nUni<\/a>versities, Professional Institutions & Technikons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n6<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nFirst Degree & Higher Diplomas<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nUniversities, Professional Institutions & Technikons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n5<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nDiplomas & Occupational Certificates<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nUniversities, Professional Institutions & Technikons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nFurther Education and Training Band (FET)<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n4<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 12
\nHigh School,\u00a0College
\n<\/strong>& Workplace Certificates<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private High Schools, Public & Private Colleges,
\nOccupational Colleges and Training Institutions, National,
\nSETA & Organisation-based Education and Training Schemes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n3<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 11
\nHigh School,\u00a0College
\n<\/strong>& Workplace Certificates<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private High Schools, Public & Private Colleges,
\nOccupational Colleges and Training Institutions, National,
\nSETA & Organisation-based Education and Training Schemes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n2<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 10
\nHigh School,\u00a0College
\n<\/strong>& Workplace Certificates<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private High Schools, Public & Private Colleges, Occupational Colleges and Training Institutions, National, SETA & Organisation-based Education and Training Schemes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nHigher Education and training Band (HE)<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 9
\nSenior Phase<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a07
\nIntermediate Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a05
\nFoundation Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a03
\nPre-school Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPARTNERS IN A LEARNERSHIP<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n- Learnership contract: A contract must be signed between the company and the learner for the duration of the learnership.<\/li>\n
- Learnership agreement: This is a legally binding agreement between the employer, the learner and parent \/ guardian (if the learner is under 21 years of age) and the training provider and must be registered with the relevant SETA<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Learnership vs apprenticeships<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nLearnerships build and improve on apprenticeships.
\nLike with apprenticeships, learners will spend some time working under the guidance of a skilled worker and some time learning theory.
\nBut unlike apprenticeships, learnerships:
\nWill apply to all parts of the economy;
\nFit into the National Qualification Framework (NQF).
\nWill give the learner a qualification registered by SAQA.
\nWill cover more levels than the apprenticeships.
\nPeople who qualify will be able to move on to professional and other qualifications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvantages of joining a Learnership<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n- Training according to the Skills Development Act<\/li>\n
- Special needs of companies can be met<\/li>\n
- Extra hands for a Learner\u2019s allowance<\/li>\n
- Higher profit through well-trained staff<\/li>\n
- Own selection of Learners<\/li>\n
- Learners are \u201cnormal\u201d employees; adhere to rules of your company<\/li>\n
- Terminated Learnership-contract (no obligation to take on a Learner as full-time employee)<\/li>\n
- Help with accreditation<\/li>\n
- Train Learners to meet your standards<\/li>\n
- Training opportunity for untrained employed staff and unemployed Learners<\/li>\n
- Tax deduction for each learner with registration as well as on completion<\/li>\n
- Training is done in a well known environment for the learner<\/li>\n
- To uplift standards in SA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
About Skills<\/h2>\nSkills programmes are programmes that are occupational based and, when completed, will constitute credits towards a full qualification registered in terms of the NQF.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nBoth learnerships and skills programmes are meant for people who are already employed as well as people who want to enter the workplace. Skills programmes are SAQA unit standards. These skills programmes can alternatively be building blocks for a full qualification.<\/p>\n
So a number of different skills programmes relating to a particular occupation will together bring a person to the same place as a learnership.<\/p>\n
Skills Programmes add up to a learnership:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nLet\u2019s take the example of a driver\u2019s licence, and see what the different steps are to learn how to drive:<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nFirst you need to study the rules of the road. This is like the theory part of a learnership.<\/p>\n
Then you write a learner\u2019s licence to see that you know the theory and are qualified to go on the roads. This is the theoretical test.<\/p>\n
Then you need to get the practical skills of driving, through driving, through driving under the supervision of a driving school, your parents or friends. This is like the practical learning part of a learnership.<\/p>\n
Then you do practical test to check that you have the Competence<\/p>\n
Finally, you get your certificate \u2013 your driver\u2019s licence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nSkills programmes vs learnerships<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe skills programmes differ from learnerships in some important ways:
\nThey are smaller in size than learnerships (i.e. a learner can learn an individual piece of work \u2013 resulting in a small cluster of unit standards \u2013 rather than have to take on an entire qualification).<\/p>\n
They emphasize the skills aspect (training) of the learnership, rather than the education aspect (although the underpinning knowledge is fully integrated in the outcomes).<\/p>\n
The exit point of skills programmes are largely prescribed by the needs of the learner. In other words a learner is able to choose those aspects of a learnership that make sense to him\/her, whilst building toward a full qualification.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nWho will pay for training, and how?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe employers who benefit pay. Under the Skills Development Levies Act all employers who pay a certain amount or more in monthly wages and salaries or who pay income tax must pay the levy. Employers who use a skills development facilitator and who make and implement a workplace skills plan can claim money back. This is an incentive, or reward, which encourage employers to provide training for their employees.<\/p>\n
Employers who are up-to-date with the payment of their skills levies, will be able to claim these grants from their SETA they belong to for learnerships each time a Learnership Agreement is entered. Their SETA is the one with whom they are registered as an employer and to whom they pay their levies. These grants will only be available once learnerships are registered with the Department of Labour.
\nThe relevant SETA will inform the employers about these arrangements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
For more information and inquiries, please navigate to the Northlink TVET College website by Clicking HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/b>Overview of Learnership Programmes in South Africa 2025<\/h2>\nWhat is a Learnership?<\/strong><\/h4>\nA Learnership is a work-based learning programme. This means that classroom studies at a college or training center are combined with practical on-the-job experience. We learn much better when we can practice what we have been taught in the classroom in a workplace environment.<\/p>\n
By physically performing tasks that are learned in the classroom at the workplace, we can see what we have learned and what we did not understand. This allows us to ask the trainer to explain that part of the lesson again until we fully understand it.<\/p>\n
Learnerships form part of a nationally recognized qualification that is directly linked to an occupation. This means that what you learn on leadership is not just for the particular job that you can get once you have finished the leadership; it also forms part of a higher qualification that you can study further through other Learnership or short courses.<\/p>\n
Each leadership has a specific level of qualification. An artisan like a bricklayer or a beautician, for instance, is a Level 4 Qualification. This means that if you want to become an artisan you will have to complete 4 four separate leadership (levels 1, 2, 3 & 4). There is no set time-frame in which you have to do these, as each level qualification remains in the system and will count towards the full qualification.<\/p>\n
Who Benefits From Learnerships?<\/h4>\nIn short, everybody!<\/p>\n
The Learner:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- ?You get access to free learning and better job opportunities<\/li>\n
- ?Can earn while you learn<\/li>\n
- ?Learnerships can help you to get into the workplace and\/or get a formal qualification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Employer:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- Gets skilled, experienced workers who will need less supervision<\/li>\n
- Gets improved productivity<\/li>\n
- Can identify and solve gaps in skills and training<\/li>\n
- Educates and empowers employees, creating a happy workforce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Industry:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- Gets access to far more skilled and professional workers<\/li>\n
- Can develop employees to world-class standards<\/li>\n
- Becomes more competitive in the international market<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How Do Learnerships Work?<\/h4>\n
In the past, the education given in schools and other education facilities did not really have much in common with the working world. This meant that people entered the workplace with all of the knowledge but none of the practical experience on how to do the job.<\/p>\n
Learnerships teach both the? why? and how to? by creating a contract between the learner, the learning provider, and the organization or business. All learnership contracts must be registered with the Sector Education Training Authority (SETA) for that specific industry, which guarantees that the learnership programme is of a high standard.<\/p>\n
If accepted into a learnership you will have to sign two legal contracts; a Learnership Agreement and an Employment Contract. The Learnership Agreement tells you exactly what responsibilities you, the training provider and the employer have. The Employment Contract is only for the period of the learnership. Learnerships last between 12 -24 months.<\/p>\n
If you are unemployed, you will receive an allowance while you are on a learnership which is meant to cover costs like travel and food. If you are already employed you will only receive your normal salary.<\/p>\n
During the learnership you will spend a certain period of time in a classroom, either at the company or organization or at other premises, and the rest of the time actually working and learning on the job at the company. You must take advantage of the opportunity offered you to develop your skills, gain experience and grow your potential. \u00a0from zainfo.co.za, A learnership is the perfect way to show the trainers and the organization what you know, as it could lead to a permanent job with that company or organisation, so take your learnership seriously.<\/p>\n
You will be expected to do certain written and practical tasks while on the learnership as part of your studies. Learnerships are outcomes-based, which means that you will be assessed (tested) on what you have learned through the various stages of the learnership, not only at the end of it.
\nYou will get an official certificate that will state the qualification, and indicate the area in which you have developed skills during the learnership if you are considered to be competent at the end of it. This qualification is national? recognized.<\/p>\n
Completing a learnership is not a guarantee of employment, but many learners do get employed by companies or organizations where they did their learnerships. Even if that company does not employ you, you stand a much better chance of getting employed with a learnership qualification than without one.<\/p>\n
Who Qualifies for a Learnership?<\/h4>\n
Learnerships are designed for all levels and as such is open to anyone between the ages of 16 and 60. This includes the unemployed and the employed, the able-bodied and the disabled.<\/p>\n
How Does One Get Access to a Learnership?<\/h4>\n
Decide in which line you want to study and either speak to your employer or contact your nearest Labour Centre or Provincial Office of the Department of Labour to find out whether there are any learnerships that you can apply for.<\/p>\n
Some learnerships have certain conditions, such as only accepting Grade 12 students, those who speak more than one language, or those who have computer skills. Other learnerships do not have any requirements.<\/p>\n
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NGF<\/strong>
\n8<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nDoctorate & Further Research Degrees<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nUniversities, Professional Institutions & Technikons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
NGF<\/strong>
\n7<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nMaster & First Research Degrees<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nUni<\/a>versities, Professional Institutions & Technikons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
NGF<\/strong>
\n6<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nFirst Degree & Higher Diplomas<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nUniversities, Professional Institutions & Technikons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
NGF<\/strong>
\n5<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nDiplomas & Occupational Certificates<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nUniversities, Professional Institutions & Technikons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Further Education and Training Band (FET)<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n4<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 12
\nHigh School,\u00a0College
\n<\/strong>& Workplace Certificates<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private High Schools, Public & Private Colleges,
\nOccupational Colleges and Training Institutions, National,
\nSETA & Organisation-based Education and Training Schemes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n3<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 11
\nHigh School,\u00a0College
\n<\/strong>& Workplace Certificates<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private High Schools, Public & Private Colleges,
\nOccupational Colleges and Training Institutions, National,
\nSETA & Organisation-based Education and Training Schemes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n2<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 10
\nHigh School,\u00a0College
\n<\/strong>& Workplace Certificates<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private High Schools, Public & Private Colleges, Occupational Colleges and Training Institutions, National, SETA & Organisation-based Education and Training Schemes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nHigher Education and training Band (HE)<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 9
\nSenior Phase<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a07
\nIntermediate Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a05
\nFoundation Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a03
\nPre-school Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPARTNERS IN A LEARNERSHIP<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n- Learnership contract: A contract must be signed between the company and the learner for the duration of the learnership.<\/li>\n
- Learnership agreement: This is a legally binding agreement between the employer, the learner and parent \/ guardian (if the learner is under 21 years of age) and the training provider and must be registered with the relevant SETA<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Learnership vs apprenticeships<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nLearnerships build and improve on apprenticeships.
\nLike with apprenticeships, learners will spend some time working under the guidance of a skilled worker and some time learning theory.
\nBut unlike apprenticeships, learnerships:
\nWill apply to all parts of the economy;
\nFit into the National Qualification Framework (NQF).
\nWill give the learner a qualification registered by SAQA.
\nWill cover more levels than the apprenticeships.
\nPeople who qualify will be able to move on to professional and other qualifications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvantages of joining a Learnership<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n- Training according to the Skills Development Act<\/li>\n
- Special needs of companies can be met<\/li>\n
- Extra hands for a Learner\u2019s allowance<\/li>\n
- Higher profit through well-trained staff<\/li>\n
- Own selection of Learners<\/li>\n
- Learners are \u201cnormal\u201d employees; adhere to rules of your company<\/li>\n
- Terminated Learnership-contract (no obligation to take on a Learner as full-time employee)<\/li>\n
- Help with accreditation<\/li>\n
- Train Learners to meet your standards<\/li>\n
- Training opportunity for untrained employed staff and unemployed Learners<\/li>\n
- Tax deduction for each learner with registration as well as on completion<\/li>\n
- Training is done in a well known environment for the learner<\/li>\n
- To uplift standards in SA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
About Skills<\/h2>\nSkills programmes are programmes that are occupational based and, when completed, will constitute credits towards a full qualification registered in terms of the NQF.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nBoth learnerships and skills programmes are meant for people who are already employed as well as people who want to enter the workplace. Skills programmes are SAQA unit standards. These skills programmes can alternatively be building blocks for a full qualification.<\/p>\n
So a number of different skills programmes relating to a particular occupation will together bring a person to the same place as a learnership.<\/p>\n
Skills Programmes add up to a learnership:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nLet\u2019s take the example of a driver\u2019s licence, and see what the different steps are to learn how to drive:<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nFirst you need to study the rules of the road. This is like the theory part of a learnership.<\/p>\n
Then you write a learner\u2019s licence to see that you know the theory and are qualified to go on the roads. This is the theoretical test.<\/p>\n
Then you need to get the practical skills of driving, through driving, through driving under the supervision of a driving school, your parents or friends. This is like the practical learning part of a learnership.<\/p>\n
Then you do practical test to check that you have the Competence<\/p>\n
Finally, you get your certificate \u2013 your driver\u2019s licence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nSkills programmes vs learnerships<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe skills programmes differ from learnerships in some important ways:
\nThey are smaller in size than learnerships (i.e. a learner can learn an individual piece of work \u2013 resulting in a small cluster of unit standards \u2013 rather than have to take on an entire qualification).<\/p>\n
They emphasize the skills aspect (training) of the learnership, rather than the education aspect (although the underpinning knowledge is fully integrated in the outcomes).<\/p>\n
The exit point of skills programmes are largely prescribed by the needs of the learner. In other words a learner is able to choose those aspects of a learnership that make sense to him\/her, whilst building toward a full qualification.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nWho will pay for training, and how?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe employers who benefit pay. Under the Skills Development Levies Act all employers who pay a certain amount or more in monthly wages and salaries or who pay income tax must pay the levy. Employers who use a skills development facilitator and who make and implement a workplace skills plan can claim money back. This is an incentive, or reward, which encourage employers to provide training for their employees.<\/p>\n
Employers who are up-to-date with the payment of their skills levies, will be able to claim these grants from their SETA they belong to for learnerships each time a Learnership Agreement is entered. Their SETA is the one with whom they are registered as an employer and to whom they pay their levies. These grants will only be available once learnerships are registered with the Department of Labour.
\nThe relevant SETA will inform the employers about these arrangements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
For more information and inquiries, please navigate to the Northlink TVET College website by Clicking HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/b>Overview of Learnership Programmes in South Africa 2025<\/h2>\nWhat is a Learnership?<\/strong><\/h4>\nA Learnership is a work-based learning programme. This means that classroom studies at a college or training center are combined with practical on-the-job experience. We learn much better when we can practice what we have been taught in the classroom in a workplace environment.<\/p>\n
By physically performing tasks that are learned in the classroom at the workplace, we can see what we have learned and what we did not understand. This allows us to ask the trainer to explain that part of the lesson again until we fully understand it.<\/p>\n
Learnerships form part of a nationally recognized qualification that is directly linked to an occupation. This means that what you learn on leadership is not just for the particular job that you can get once you have finished the leadership; it also forms part of a higher qualification that you can study further through other Learnership or short courses.<\/p>\n
Each leadership has a specific level of qualification. An artisan like a bricklayer or a beautician, for instance, is a Level 4 Qualification. This means that if you want to become an artisan you will have to complete 4 four separate leadership (levels 1, 2, 3 & 4). There is no set time-frame in which you have to do these, as each level qualification remains in the system and will count towards the full qualification.<\/p>\n
Who Benefits From Learnerships?<\/h4>\nIn short, everybody!<\/p>\n
The Learner:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- ?You get access to free learning and better job opportunities<\/li>\n
- ?Can earn while you learn<\/li>\n
- ?Learnerships can help you to get into the workplace and\/or get a formal qualification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Employer:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- Gets skilled, experienced workers who will need less supervision<\/li>\n
- Gets improved productivity<\/li>\n
- Can identify and solve gaps in skills and training<\/li>\n
- Educates and empowers employees, creating a happy workforce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Industry:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- Gets access to far more skilled and professional workers<\/li>\n
- Can develop employees to world-class standards<\/li>\n
- Becomes more competitive in the international market<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How Do Learnerships Work?<\/h4>\n
In the past, the education given in schools and other education facilities did not really have much in common with the working world. This meant that people entered the workplace with all of the knowledge but none of the practical experience on how to do the job.<\/p>\n
Learnerships teach both the? why? and how to? by creating a contract between the learner, the learning provider, and the organization or business. All learnership contracts must be registered with the Sector Education Training Authority (SETA) for that specific industry, which guarantees that the learnership programme is of a high standard.<\/p>\n
If accepted into a learnership you will have to sign two legal contracts; a Learnership Agreement and an Employment Contract. The Learnership Agreement tells you exactly what responsibilities you, the training provider and the employer have. The Employment Contract is only for the period of the learnership. Learnerships last between 12 -24 months.<\/p>\n
If you are unemployed, you will receive an allowance while you are on a learnership which is meant to cover costs like travel and food. If you are already employed you will only receive your normal salary.<\/p>\n
During the learnership you will spend a certain period of time in a classroom, either at the company or organization or at other premises, and the rest of the time actually working and learning on the job at the company. You must take advantage of the opportunity offered you to develop your skills, gain experience and grow your potential. \u00a0from zainfo.co.za, A learnership is the perfect way to show the trainers and the organization what you know, as it could lead to a permanent job with that company or organisation, so take your learnership seriously.<\/p>\n
You will be expected to do certain written and practical tasks while on the learnership as part of your studies. Learnerships are outcomes-based, which means that you will be assessed (tested) on what you have learned through the various stages of the learnership, not only at the end of it.
\nYou will get an official certificate that will state the qualification, and indicate the area in which you have developed skills during the learnership if you are considered to be competent at the end of it. This qualification is national? recognized.<\/p>\n
Completing a learnership is not a guarantee of employment, but many learners do get employed by companies or organizations where they did their learnerships. Even if that company does not employ you, you stand a much better chance of getting employed with a learnership qualification than without one.<\/p>\n
Who Qualifies for a Learnership?<\/h4>\n
Learnerships are designed for all levels and as such is open to anyone between the ages of 16 and 60. This includes the unemployed and the employed, the able-bodied and the disabled.<\/p>\n
How Does One Get Access to a Learnership?<\/h4>\n
Decide in which line you want to study and either speak to your employer or contact your nearest Labour Centre or Provincial Office of the Department of Labour to find out whether there are any learnerships that you can apply for.<\/p>\n
Some learnerships have certain conditions, such as only accepting Grade 12 students, those who speak more than one language, or those who have computer skills. Other learnerships do not have any requirements.<\/p>\n
We are sure this awesome page really helped you with the Learnership Programmes Application 2025. If\u00a0so,<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0Don\u2019t hesitate to\u00a0like us on Facebook\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>to share, discuss, and get the latest updates.<\/span><\/p>\n
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NGF<\/strong>
\n4<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 12
\nHigh School,\u00a0College
\n<\/strong>& Workplace Certificates<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private High Schools, Public & Private Colleges,
\nOccupational Colleges and Training Institutions, National,
\nSETA & Organisation-based Education and Training Schemes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
NGF<\/strong>
\n3<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 11
\nHigh School,\u00a0College
\n<\/strong>& Workplace Certificates<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private High Schools, Public & Private Colleges,
\nOccupational Colleges and Training Institutions, National,
\nSETA & Organisation-based Education and Training Schemes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
NGF<\/strong>
\n2<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 10
\nHigh School,\u00a0College
\n<\/strong>& Workplace Certificates<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private High Schools, Public & Private Colleges, Occupational Colleges and Training Institutions, National, SETA & Organisation-based Education and Training Schemes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Higher Education and training Band (HE)<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 9
\nSenior Phase<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a07
\nIntermediate Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a05
\nFoundation Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\nNGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a03
\nPre-school Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPARTNERS IN A LEARNERSHIP<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n- Learnership contract: A contract must be signed between the company and the learner for the duration of the learnership.<\/li>\n
- Learnership agreement: This is a legally binding agreement between the employer, the learner and parent \/ guardian (if the learner is under 21 years of age) and the training provider and must be registered with the relevant SETA<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Learnership vs apprenticeships<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nLearnerships build and improve on apprenticeships.
\nLike with apprenticeships, learners will spend some time working under the guidance of a skilled worker and some time learning theory.
\nBut unlike apprenticeships, learnerships:
\nWill apply to all parts of the economy;
\nFit into the National Qualification Framework (NQF).
\nWill give the learner a qualification registered by SAQA.
\nWill cover more levels than the apprenticeships.
\nPeople who qualify will be able to move on to professional and other qualifications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvantages of joining a Learnership<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n- Training according to the Skills Development Act<\/li>\n
- Special needs of companies can be met<\/li>\n
- Extra hands for a Learner\u2019s allowance<\/li>\n
- Higher profit through well-trained staff<\/li>\n
- Own selection of Learners<\/li>\n
- Learners are \u201cnormal\u201d employees; adhere to rules of your company<\/li>\n
- Terminated Learnership-contract (no obligation to take on a Learner as full-time employee)<\/li>\n
- Help with accreditation<\/li>\n
- Train Learners to meet your standards<\/li>\n
- Training opportunity for untrained employed staff and unemployed Learners<\/li>\n
- Tax deduction for each learner with registration as well as on completion<\/li>\n
- Training is done in a well known environment for the learner<\/li>\n
- To uplift standards in SA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
About Skills<\/h2>\nSkills programmes are programmes that are occupational based and, when completed, will constitute credits towards a full qualification registered in terms of the NQF.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nBoth learnerships and skills programmes are meant for people who are already employed as well as people who want to enter the workplace. Skills programmes are SAQA unit standards. These skills programmes can alternatively be building blocks for a full qualification.<\/p>\n
So a number of different skills programmes relating to a particular occupation will together bring a person to the same place as a learnership.<\/p>\n
Skills Programmes add up to a learnership:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nLet\u2019s take the example of a driver\u2019s licence, and see what the different steps are to learn how to drive:<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nFirst you need to study the rules of the road. This is like the theory part of a learnership.<\/p>\n
Then you write a learner\u2019s licence to see that you know the theory and are qualified to go on the roads. This is the theoretical test.<\/p>\n
Then you need to get the practical skills of driving, through driving, through driving under the supervision of a driving school, your parents or friends. This is like the practical learning part of a learnership.<\/p>\n
Then you do practical test to check that you have the Competence<\/p>\n
Finally, you get your certificate \u2013 your driver\u2019s licence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nSkills programmes vs learnerships<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe skills programmes differ from learnerships in some important ways:
\nThey are smaller in size than learnerships (i.e. a learner can learn an individual piece of work \u2013 resulting in a small cluster of unit standards \u2013 rather than have to take on an entire qualification).<\/p>\n
They emphasize the skills aspect (training) of the learnership, rather than the education aspect (although the underpinning knowledge is fully integrated in the outcomes).<\/p>\n
The exit point of skills programmes are largely prescribed by the needs of the learner. In other words a learner is able to choose those aspects of a learnership that make sense to him\/her, whilst building toward a full qualification.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nWho will pay for training, and how?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe employers who benefit pay. Under the Skills Development Levies Act all employers who pay a certain amount or more in monthly wages and salaries or who pay income tax must pay the levy. Employers who use a skills development facilitator and who make and implement a workplace skills plan can claim money back. This is an incentive, or reward, which encourage employers to provide training for their employees.<\/p>\n
Employers who are up-to-date with the payment of their skills levies, will be able to claim these grants from their SETA they belong to for learnerships each time a Learnership Agreement is entered. Their SETA is the one with whom they are registered as an employer and to whom they pay their levies. These grants will only be available once learnerships are registered with the Department of Labour.
\nThe relevant SETA will inform the employers about these arrangements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
For more information and inquiries, please navigate to the Northlink TVET College website by Clicking HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/b>Overview of Learnership Programmes in South Africa 2025<\/h2>\nWhat is a Learnership?<\/strong><\/h4>\nA Learnership is a work-based learning programme. This means that classroom studies at a college or training center are combined with practical on-the-job experience. We learn much better when we can practice what we have been taught in the classroom in a workplace environment.<\/p>\n
By physically performing tasks that are learned in the classroom at the workplace, we can see what we have learned and what we did not understand. This allows us to ask the trainer to explain that part of the lesson again until we fully understand it.<\/p>\n
Learnerships form part of a nationally recognized qualification that is directly linked to an occupation. This means that what you learn on leadership is not just for the particular job that you can get once you have finished the leadership; it also forms part of a higher qualification that you can study further through other Learnership or short courses.<\/p>\n
Each leadership has a specific level of qualification. An artisan like a bricklayer or a beautician, for instance, is a Level 4 Qualification. This means that if you want to become an artisan you will have to complete 4 four separate leadership (levels 1, 2, 3 & 4). There is no set time-frame in which you have to do these, as each level qualification remains in the system and will count towards the full qualification.<\/p>\n
Who Benefits From Learnerships?<\/h4>\nIn short, everybody!<\/p>\n
The Learner:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- ?You get access to free learning and better job opportunities<\/li>\n
- ?Can earn while you learn<\/li>\n
- ?Learnerships can help you to get into the workplace and\/or get a formal qualification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Employer:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- Gets skilled, experienced workers who will need less supervision<\/li>\n
- Gets improved productivity<\/li>\n
- Can identify and solve gaps in skills and training<\/li>\n
- Educates and empowers employees, creating a happy workforce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Industry:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- Gets access to far more skilled and professional workers<\/li>\n
- Can develop employees to world-class standards<\/li>\n
- Becomes more competitive in the international market<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How Do Learnerships Work?<\/h4>\n
In the past, the education given in schools and other education facilities did not really have much in common with the working world. This meant that people entered the workplace with all of the knowledge but none of the practical experience on how to do the job.<\/p>\n
Learnerships teach both the? why? and how to? by creating a contract between the learner, the learning provider, and the organization or business. All learnership contracts must be registered with the Sector Education Training Authority (SETA) for that specific industry, which guarantees that the learnership programme is of a high standard.<\/p>\n
If accepted into a learnership you will have to sign two legal contracts; a Learnership Agreement and an Employment Contract. The Learnership Agreement tells you exactly what responsibilities you, the training provider and the employer have. The Employment Contract is only for the period of the learnership. Learnerships last between 12 -24 months.<\/p>\n
If you are unemployed, you will receive an allowance while you are on a learnership which is meant to cover costs like travel and food. If you are already employed you will only receive your normal salary.<\/p>\n
During the learnership you will spend a certain period of time in a classroom, either at the company or organization or at other premises, and the rest of the time actually working and learning on the job at the company. You must take advantage of the opportunity offered you to develop your skills, gain experience and grow your potential. \u00a0from zainfo.co.za, A learnership is the perfect way to show the trainers and the organization what you know, as it could lead to a permanent job with that company or organisation, so take your learnership seriously.<\/p>\n
You will be expected to do certain written and practical tasks while on the learnership as part of your studies. Learnerships are outcomes-based, which means that you will be assessed (tested) on what you have learned through the various stages of the learnership, not only at the end of it.
\nYou will get an official certificate that will state the qualification, and indicate the area in which you have developed skills during the learnership if you are considered to be competent at the end of it. This qualification is national? recognized.<\/p>\n
Completing a learnership is not a guarantee of employment, but many learners do get employed by companies or organizations where they did their learnerships. Even if that company does not employ you, you stand a much better chance of getting employed with a learnership qualification than without one.<\/p>\n
Who Qualifies for a Learnership?<\/h4>\n
Learnerships are designed for all levels and as such is open to anyone between the ages of 16 and 60. This includes the unemployed and the employed, the able-bodied and the disabled.<\/p>\n
How Does One Get Access to a Learnership?<\/h4>\n
Decide in which line you want to study and either speak to your employer or contact your nearest Labour Centre or Provincial Office of the Department of Labour to find out whether there are any learnerships that you can apply for.<\/p>\n
Some learnerships have certain conditions, such as only accepting Grade 12 students, those who speak more than one language, or those who have computer skills. Other learnerships do not have any requirements.<\/p>\n
We are sure this awesome page really helped you with the Learnership Programmes Application 2025. If\u00a0so,<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0Don\u2019t hesitate to\u00a0like us on Facebook\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>to share, discuss, and get the latest updates.<\/span><\/p>\n
BE SOCIAL BY SHARING THIS POST WITH OTHERS!<\/strong><\/p>\n
NGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade 9
\nSenior Phase<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
NGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a07
\nIntermediate Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
NGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a05
\nFoundation Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
NGF<\/strong>
\n1<\/p>\n
Type of Qualification<\/strong>
\nGrade\u00a03
\nPre-school Phase
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
Typical learning Providers<\/strong>
\nPublic & Private Primary Schools and High Schools, Private Colleges and Training Centres<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
PARTNERS IN A LEARNERSHIP<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n- Learnership contract: A contract must be signed between the company and the learner for the duration of the learnership.<\/li>\n
- Learnership agreement: This is a legally binding agreement between the employer, the learner and parent \/ guardian (if the learner is under 21 years of age) and the training provider and must be registered with the relevant SETA<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Learnership vs apprenticeships<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nLearnerships build and improve on apprenticeships.
\nLike with apprenticeships, learners will spend some time working under the guidance of a skilled worker and some time learning theory.
\nBut unlike apprenticeships, learnerships:
\nWill apply to all parts of the economy;
\nFit into the National Qualification Framework (NQF).
\nWill give the learner a qualification registered by SAQA.
\nWill cover more levels than the apprenticeships.
\nPeople who qualify will be able to move on to professional and other qualifications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvantages of joining a Learnership<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n- Training according to the Skills Development Act<\/li>\n
- Special needs of companies can be met<\/li>\n
- Extra hands for a Learner\u2019s allowance<\/li>\n
- Higher profit through well-trained staff<\/li>\n
- Own selection of Learners<\/li>\n
- Learners are \u201cnormal\u201d employees; adhere to rules of your company<\/li>\n
- Terminated Learnership-contract (no obligation to take on a Learner as full-time employee)<\/li>\n
- Help with accreditation<\/li>\n
- Train Learners to meet your standards<\/li>\n
- Training opportunity for untrained employed staff and unemployed Learners<\/li>\n
- Tax deduction for each learner with registration as well as on completion<\/li>\n
- Training is done in a well known environment for the learner<\/li>\n
- To uplift standards in SA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
About Skills<\/h2>\nSkills programmes are programmes that are occupational based and, when completed, will constitute credits towards a full qualification registered in terms of the NQF.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nBoth learnerships and skills programmes are meant for people who are already employed as well as people who want to enter the workplace. Skills programmes are SAQA unit standards. These skills programmes can alternatively be building blocks for a full qualification.<\/p>\n
So a number of different skills programmes relating to a particular occupation will together bring a person to the same place as a learnership.<\/p>\n
Skills Programmes add up to a learnership:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nLet\u2019s take the example of a driver\u2019s licence, and see what the different steps are to learn how to drive:<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nFirst you need to study the rules of the road. This is like the theory part of a learnership.<\/p>\n
Then you write a learner\u2019s licence to see that you know the theory and are qualified to go on the roads. This is the theoretical test.<\/p>\n
Then you need to get the practical skills of driving, through driving, through driving under the supervision of a driving school, your parents or friends. This is like the practical learning part of a learnership.<\/p>\n
Then you do practical test to check that you have the Competence<\/p>\n
Finally, you get your certificate \u2013 your driver\u2019s licence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nSkills programmes vs learnerships<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe skills programmes differ from learnerships in some important ways:
\nThey are smaller in size than learnerships (i.e. a learner can learn an individual piece of work \u2013 resulting in a small cluster of unit standards \u2013 rather than have to take on an entire qualification).<\/p>\n
They emphasize the skills aspect (training) of the learnership, rather than the education aspect (although the underpinning knowledge is fully integrated in the outcomes).<\/p>\n
The exit point of skills programmes are largely prescribed by the needs of the learner. In other words a learner is able to choose those aspects of a learnership that make sense to him\/her, whilst building toward a full qualification.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nWho will pay for training, and how?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe employers who benefit pay. Under the Skills Development Levies Act all employers who pay a certain amount or more in monthly wages and salaries or who pay income tax must pay the levy. Employers who use a skills development facilitator and who make and implement a workplace skills plan can claim money back. This is an incentive, or reward, which encourage employers to provide training for their employees.<\/p>\n
Employers who are up-to-date with the payment of their skills levies, will be able to claim these grants from their SETA they belong to for learnerships each time a Learnership Agreement is entered. Their SETA is the one with whom they are registered as an employer and to whom they pay their levies. These grants will only be available once learnerships are registered with the Department of Labour.
\nThe relevant SETA will inform the employers about these arrangements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
For more information and inquiries, please navigate to the Northlink TVET College website by Clicking HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/b>Overview of Learnership Programmes in South Africa 2025<\/h2>\nWhat is a Learnership?<\/strong><\/h4>\nA Learnership is a work-based learning programme. This means that classroom studies at a college or training center are combined with practical on-the-job experience. We learn much better when we can practice what we have been taught in the classroom in a workplace environment.<\/p>\n
By physically performing tasks that are learned in the classroom at the workplace, we can see what we have learned and what we did not understand. This allows us to ask the trainer to explain that part of the lesson again until we fully understand it.<\/p>\n
Learnerships form part of a nationally recognized qualification that is directly linked to an occupation. This means that what you learn on leadership is not just for the particular job that you can get once you have finished the leadership; it also forms part of a higher qualification that you can study further through other Learnership or short courses.<\/p>\n
Each leadership has a specific level of qualification. An artisan like a bricklayer or a beautician, for instance, is a Level 4 Qualification. This means that if you want to become an artisan you will have to complete 4 four separate leadership (levels 1, 2, 3 & 4). There is no set time-frame in which you have to do these, as each level qualification remains in the system and will count towards the full qualification.<\/p>\n
Who Benefits From Learnerships?<\/h4>\nIn short, everybody!<\/p>\n
The Learner:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- ?You get access to free learning and better job opportunities<\/li>\n
- ?Can earn while you learn<\/li>\n
- ?Learnerships can help you to get into the workplace and\/or get a formal qualification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Employer:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- Gets skilled, experienced workers who will need less supervision<\/li>\n
- Gets improved productivity<\/li>\n
- Can identify and solve gaps in skills and training<\/li>\n
- Educates and empowers employees, creating a happy workforce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Industry:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- Gets access to far more skilled and professional workers<\/li>\n
- Can develop employees to world-class standards<\/li>\n
- Becomes more competitive in the international market<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How Do Learnerships Work?<\/h4>\n
In the past, the education given in schools and other education facilities did not really have much in common with the working world. This meant that people entered the workplace with all of the knowledge but none of the practical experience on how to do the job.<\/p>\n
Learnerships teach both the? why? and how to? by creating a contract between the learner, the learning provider, and the organization or business. All learnership contracts must be registered with the Sector Education Training Authority (SETA) for that specific industry, which guarantees that the learnership programme is of a high standard.<\/p>\n
If accepted into a learnership you will have to sign two legal contracts; a Learnership Agreement and an Employment Contract. The Learnership Agreement tells you exactly what responsibilities you, the training provider and the employer have. The Employment Contract is only for the period of the learnership. Learnerships last between 12 -24 months.<\/p>\n
If you are unemployed, you will receive an allowance while you are on a learnership which is meant to cover costs like travel and food. If you are already employed you will only receive your normal salary.<\/p>\n
During the learnership you will spend a certain period of time in a classroom, either at the company or organization or at other premises, and the rest of the time actually working and learning on the job at the company. You must take advantage of the opportunity offered you to develop your skills, gain experience and grow your potential. \u00a0from zainfo.co.za, A learnership is the perfect way to show the trainers and the organization what you know, as it could lead to a permanent job with that company or organisation, so take your learnership seriously.<\/p>\n
You will be expected to do certain written and practical tasks while on the learnership as part of your studies. Learnerships are outcomes-based, which means that you will be assessed (tested) on what you have learned through the various stages of the learnership, not only at the end of it.
\nYou will get an official certificate that will state the qualification, and indicate the area in which you have developed skills during the learnership if you are considered to be competent at the end of it. This qualification is national? recognized.<\/p>\n
Completing a learnership is not a guarantee of employment, but many learners do get employed by companies or organizations where they did their learnerships. Even if that company does not employ you, you stand a much better chance of getting employed with a learnership qualification than without one.<\/p>\n
Who Qualifies for a Learnership?<\/h4>\n
Learnerships are designed for all levels and as such is open to anyone between the ages of 16 and 60. This includes the unemployed and the employed, the able-bodied and the disabled.<\/p>\n
How Does One Get Access to a Learnership?<\/h4>\n
Decide in which line you want to study and either speak to your employer or contact your nearest Labour Centre or Provincial Office of the Department of Labour to find out whether there are any learnerships that you can apply for.<\/p>\n
Some learnerships have certain conditions, such as only accepting Grade 12 students, those who speak more than one language, or those who have computer skills. Other learnerships do not have any requirements.<\/p>\n
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- Learnership contract: A contract must be signed between the company and the learner for the duration of the learnership.<\/li>\n
- Learnership agreement: This is a legally binding agreement between the employer, the learner and parent \/ guardian (if the learner is under 21 years of age) and the training provider and must be registered with the relevant SETA<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Learnership vs apprenticeships<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\nLearnerships build and improve on apprenticeships.
\nLike with apprenticeships, learners will spend some time working under the guidance of a skilled worker and some time learning theory.
\nBut unlike apprenticeships, learnerships:
\nWill apply to all parts of the economy;
\nFit into the National Qualification Framework (NQF).
\nWill give the learner a qualification registered by SAQA.
\nWill cover more levels than the apprenticeships.
\nPeople who qualify will be able to move on to professional and other qualifications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvantages of joining a Learnership<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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- Training according to the Skills Development Act<\/li>\n
- Special needs of companies can be met<\/li>\n
- Extra hands for a Learner\u2019s allowance<\/li>\n
- Higher profit through well-trained staff<\/li>\n
- Own selection of Learners<\/li>\n
- Learners are \u201cnormal\u201d employees; adhere to rules of your company<\/li>\n
- Terminated Learnership-contract (no obligation to take on a Learner as full-time employee)<\/li>\n
- Help with accreditation<\/li>\n
- Train Learners to meet your standards<\/li>\n
- Training opportunity for untrained employed staff and unemployed Learners<\/li>\n
- Tax deduction for each learner with registration as well as on completion<\/li>\n
- Training is done in a well known environment for the learner<\/li>\n
- To uplift standards in SA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
About Skills<\/h2>\n
Skills programmes are programmes that are occupational based and, when completed, will constitute credits towards a full qualification registered in terms of the NQF.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nBoth learnerships and skills programmes are meant for people who are already employed as well as people who want to enter the workplace. Skills programmes are SAQA unit standards. These skills programmes can alternatively be building blocks for a full qualification.<\/p>\n
So a number of different skills programmes relating to a particular occupation will together bring a person to the same place as a learnership.<\/p>\n
Skills Programmes add up to a learnership:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nLet\u2019s take the example of a driver\u2019s licence, and see what the different steps are to learn how to drive:<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\nFirst you need to study the rules of the road. This is like the theory part of a learnership.<\/p>\n
Then you write a learner\u2019s licence to see that you know the theory and are qualified to go on the roads. This is the theoretical test.<\/p>\n
Then you need to get the practical skills of driving, through driving, through driving under the supervision of a driving school, your parents or friends. This is like the practical learning part of a learnership.<\/p>\n
Then you do practical test to check that you have the Competence<\/p>\n
Finally, you get your certificate \u2013 your driver\u2019s licence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nSkills programmes vs learnerships<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\nThe skills programmes differ from learnerships in some important ways:
\nThey are smaller in size than learnerships (i.e. a learner can learn an individual piece of work \u2013 resulting in a small cluster of unit standards \u2013 rather than have to take on an entire qualification).<\/p>\nThey emphasize the skills aspect (training) of the learnership, rather than the education aspect (although the underpinning knowledge is fully integrated in the outcomes).<\/p>\n
The exit point of skills programmes are largely prescribed by the needs of the learner. In other words a learner is able to choose those aspects of a learnership that make sense to him\/her, whilst building toward a full qualification.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\n\nWho will pay for training, and how?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n\nThe employers who benefit pay. Under the Skills Development Levies Act all employers who pay a certain amount or more in monthly wages and salaries or who pay income tax must pay the levy. Employers who use a skills development facilitator and who make and implement a workplace skills plan can claim money back. This is an incentive, or reward, which encourage employers to provide training for their employees.<\/p>\n
Employers who are up-to-date with the payment of their skills levies, will be able to claim these grants from their SETA they belong to for learnerships each time a Learnership Agreement is entered. Their SETA is the one with whom they are registered as an employer and to whom they pay their levies. These grants will only be available once learnerships are registered with the Department of Labour.
\nThe relevant SETA will inform the employers about these arrangements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFor more information and inquiries, please navigate to the Northlink TVET College website by Clicking HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/b>Overview of Learnership Programmes in South Africa 2025<\/h2>\n
What is a Learnership?<\/strong><\/h4>\n
A Learnership is a work-based learning programme. This means that classroom studies at a college or training center are combined with practical on-the-job experience. We learn much better when we can practice what we have been taught in the classroom in a workplace environment.<\/p>\n
By physically performing tasks that are learned in the classroom at the workplace, we can see what we have learned and what we did not understand. This allows us to ask the trainer to explain that part of the lesson again until we fully understand it.<\/p>\n
Learnerships form part of a nationally recognized qualification that is directly linked to an occupation. This means that what you learn on leadership is not just for the particular job that you can get once you have finished the leadership; it also forms part of a higher qualification that you can study further through other Learnership or short courses.<\/p>\n
Each leadership has a specific level of qualification. An artisan like a bricklayer or a beautician, for instance, is a Level 4 Qualification. This means that if you want to become an artisan you will have to complete 4 four separate leadership (levels 1, 2, 3 & 4). There is no set time-frame in which you have to do these, as each level qualification remains in the system and will count towards the full qualification.<\/p>\n
Who Benefits From Learnerships?<\/h4>\n
In short, everybody!<\/p>\n
The Learner:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- ?You get access to free learning and better job opportunities<\/li>\n
- ?Can earn while you learn<\/li>\n
- ?Learnerships can help you to get into the workplace and\/or get a formal qualification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Employer:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Gets skilled, experienced workers who will need less supervision<\/li>\n
- Gets improved productivity<\/li>\n
- Can identify and solve gaps in skills and training<\/li>\n
- Educates and empowers employees, creating a happy workforce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Industry:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Gets access to far more skilled and professional workers<\/li>\n
- Can develop employees to world-class standards<\/li>\n
- Becomes more competitive in the international market<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How Do Learnerships Work?<\/h4>\n
In the past, the education given in schools and other education facilities did not really have much in common with the working world. This meant that people entered the workplace with all of the knowledge but none of the practical experience on how to do the job.<\/p>\n
Learnerships teach both the? why? and how to? by creating a contract between the learner, the learning provider, and the organization or business. All learnership contracts must be registered with the Sector Education Training Authority (SETA) for that specific industry, which guarantees that the learnership programme is of a high standard.<\/p>\n
If accepted into a learnership you will have to sign two legal contracts; a Learnership Agreement and an Employment Contract. The Learnership Agreement tells you exactly what responsibilities you, the training provider and the employer have. The Employment Contract is only for the period of the learnership. Learnerships last between 12 -24 months.<\/p>\n
If you are unemployed, you will receive an allowance while you are on a learnership which is meant to cover costs like travel and food. If you are already employed you will only receive your normal salary.<\/p>\n
During the learnership you will spend a certain period of time in a classroom, either at the company or organization or at other premises, and the rest of the time actually working and learning on the job at the company. You must take advantage of the opportunity offered you to develop your skills, gain experience and grow your potential. \u00a0from zainfo.co.za, A learnership is the perfect way to show the trainers and the organization what you know, as it could lead to a permanent job with that company or organisation, so take your learnership seriously.<\/p>\n
You will be expected to do certain written and practical tasks while on the learnership as part of your studies. Learnerships are outcomes-based, which means that you will be assessed (tested) on what you have learned through the various stages of the learnership, not only at the end of it.
\nYou will get an official certificate that will state the qualification, and indicate the area in which you have developed skills during the learnership if you are considered to be competent at the end of it. This qualification is national? recognized.<\/p>\nCompleting a learnership is not a guarantee of employment, but many learners do get employed by companies or organizations where they did their learnerships. Even if that company does not employ you, you stand a much better chance of getting employed with a learnership qualification than without one.<\/p>\n
Who Qualifies for a Learnership?<\/h4>\n
Learnerships are designed for all levels and as such is open to anyone between the ages of 16 and 60. This includes the unemployed and the employed, the able-bodied and the disabled.<\/p>\n
How Does One Get Access to a Learnership?<\/h4>\n
Decide in which line you want to study and either speak to your employer or contact your nearest Labour Centre or Provincial Office of the Department of Labour to find out whether there are any learnerships that you can apply for.<\/p>\n
Some learnerships have certain conditions, such as only accepting Grade 12 students, those who speak more than one language, or those who have computer skills. Other learnerships do not have any requirements.<\/p>\n
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