Learnerships

Learnerships in South Africa 2026 — Get Paid to Learn

A learnership gives you three things at once: a monthly stipend, real workplace experience, and a nationally recognised NQF qualification. It is one of the best opportunities available to young South Africans — and one of the least understood.

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What is a Learnership?

A learnership is a structured work-based learning programme combining:

• Practical workplace training
• Theoretical classroom learning
• A nationally recognised NQF qualification
• A monthly stipend (you get paid while you learn)

Read the Complete Guide to Learnerships →

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Who Qualifies?

• South African citizen
• 18 years or older (most learnerships)
• Matric certificate or Grade 10/11 (depends on the learnership)
• Currently unemployed (for most SETA-funded learnerships)

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Popular Learnerships by Sector

Retail: W&RSETA — Wholesale and Retail Operations NQF 2, 3, 4
IT: MICT SETA — Technical Support, Systems Development
Finance: FASSET — Bookkeeping, Accounting Technician
Construction: CETA — Electrical, Plumbing, Civil
Health: HWSETA — Auxiliary Health Care, Community Health
Security: SASSETA — Security Operations, Management

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How to Apply for a Learnership

1. Find a learnership in your sector
2. Prepare your ID, matric certificate, and CV
3. Apply early — learnerships fill up fast
4. Prepare for an assessment and interview
5. Sign your learnership agreement

Step-by-Step Learnership Application Guide →

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