Sekhukhune TVET College, in partnership with the Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA), is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for its fully funded Apprenticeship Programmes for the 2026 intake.
These programmes offer a structured 36-month artisan development pathway, combining classroom-based technical training, workplace exposure, and formal trade preparation aligned with national artisan frameworks.
Location: Sekhukhune District, Limpopo
Closing Date: 30 January 2026
Programme Overview
- Programme Type: Apprenticeship (Artisan Training)
- Duration: 36 Months
- Funding: Fully funded by merSETA
- Training Provider: Sekhukhune TVET College
- Target Group: Unemployed South African youth
- Age Requirement: Under 35 years
- Application Method: Email submission only
This is not a short course. Successful applicants will enter a regulated, employment-linked apprenticeship governed by formal agreements.
Available Apprenticeship Fields (2026)
Diesel Mechanic (Apprentice)
Minimum Entry Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Pure Mathematics, or
- NCV Level 4: Automotive Repair & Maintenance (21 subjects completed), or
- N2–N6 Mechanical Engineering (Diesel Trade Theory)
Career Path:
Heavy-duty vehicles, mining equipment, construction machinery, and truck maintenance.
Fitter & Turner (Apprentice)
Minimum Entry Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Pure Mathematics, or
- NCV Level 4: Fitting & Turning (21 subjects completed), or
- N2–N6 Mechanical Engineering (Fitter & Turner Trade Theory)
Career Path:
Precision engineering, machining, manufacturing, and industrial maintenance.
Welder (Apprentice)
Minimum Entry Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Pure Mathematics, or
- NCV Level 2–4: Fabrication (21 subjects completed), or
- N2–N6 Mechanical Engineering
Career Path:
Structural steel fabrication, workshops, infrastructure and construction projects.
Electrician (Apprentice)
Minimum Entry Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Pure Mathematics, or
- NCV Level 4: Electrical Infrastructure Construction (21 subjects completed), or
- N2–N6 Electrical Engineering
Career Path:
Industrial electrical systems, utilities, construction, and manufacturing plants.
Important Conditions
- Applicants must be under 35 years old
- Preference will be given to Sekhukhune TVET College graduates
- All shortlisted candidates will undergo formal assessments
- Successful applicants will be required to sign:
- an ETQA Agreement, and
- a formal Employment Contract
How to Apply
Step 1: Prepare Your Documents
Attach the following documents in one email:
- Application letter (clearly stating the apprenticeship applied for)
- Comprehensive CV
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Certified copy of South African ID
Step 2: Submit Your Application
📧 Email applications to:
COSCSBarlowC@sektvetcol.co.za
Email Subject Line Example:Application: Electrician Apprenticeship Programme 2026
Step 3: Enquiries
For further information, contact:
Ms Mokabane DM
📞 Tel: 013 269 0278
🕗 Office Hours: 08:00 – 16:00
Closing Date
30 January 2026
Late applications will not be considered.
Why You Should Apply
South Africa faces a growing shortage of qualified artisans. This fully funded 36-month apprenticeship offers:
- Nationally recognised artisan training
- Structured workplace experience
- Formal trade preparation
- Clear pathways into high-demand technical careers
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