Explore pathways for developing practical skills, occupational knowledge and workplace experience in South Africa. This page brings together useful routes including TVET education, learnerships, internships, apprenticeships, artisan development and other skills-development opportunities.
Technical and Vocational Education and Training colleges provide vocational and occupational education and training opportunities for students and job seekers.
Explore TVET CollegesLearnerships combine structured learning with workplace experience and can lead to recognised qualifications. Current opportunities are listed separately on the Learnerships page.
View LearnershipsInternships can provide practical workplace experience and exposure to a professional environment. Current internship opportunities available through the careers system are listed on the Internship page.
View InternshipsArtisan development can combine theoretical learning, practical workplace training and trade testing. South Africa's national artisan-development system provides information on apprenticeship pathways, artisan registration and related processes.
Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) operate within different economic sectors and support skills development, workplace learning and sector-specific programmes.
Depending on the sector and programme, opportunities may include learnerships, internships, apprenticeships, skills programmes and other forms of workplace-based learning.
Government Skills Development InformationSkills programmes can provide focused training in particular occupational or workplace skills. Availability, entry requirements, duration, funding and accreditation depend on the programme and training provider.
Always confirm that a provider and programme are appropriately recognised before paying fees or submitting personal information.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows relevant prior learning and experience to be assessed for recognition within an appropriate qualification or occupational pathway.
Learn About Artisan RPLSome public education and training pathways may have funding or financial-support options. NSFAS information is available separately through the Careers section.
NSFAS InformationTraining opportunities can change, and requirements differ between programmes and providers. Before applying, verify the opportunity directly with the relevant government department, SETA, college, training provider or employer.
Do not pay an individual who promises a guaranteed government training placement or job.