CSG Group Learnerships 2026: 27 Qualifications That Could Match Your Career Goals

CSG Group is accepting curriculum vitae registrations from students interested in future learnership placements across administration, information technology, management, catering, cleaning, security, project management and retail. Qualifications range from National Qualifications Framework Levels 1 to 5. Registration places candidates on a database but does not guarantee selection for a programme.

This is not a single learnership intake with a fixed number of available places. CSG Group uses the registration process to build a candidate database for current and future programmes.

Students should therefore select the qualification area that matches their education, interests and career direction instead of submitting a completely generic curriculum vitae.

What should candidates know before registering?

Organisation: CSG Group Talent Division

Registration type: Candidate database for current and future learnerships

Number of listed qualifications: 27

Qualification range: National Qualifications Framework Levels 1 to 5

Main learning areas: Eight

Delivery options: Virtual learning, face-to-face classes and online learning

Closing date: Not stated

Programme duration: Depends on the selected qualification

Stipend: Not stated

Placement guarantee: No

Universal age requirement: Not stated

Universal education requirement: Not stated

Why is this different from a normal learnership advert?

A normal advert usually provides a programme title, start date, location, stipend, eligibility rules and closing date.

The CSG Group page works differently. Students submit their curriculum vitae for consideration when suitable learnership placements become available.

CSG may retain candidates’ personal information for:

  • Current learnership opportunities
  • Future learnership opportunities
  • Matching candidates with suitable programmes
  • Learnership placement processes
  • Access by relevant third parties for placement purposes

Submitting a curriculum vitae means the candidate consents to this use of personal information.

Which administration qualifications are listed?

The administration category covers office support, business operations, consulting and marketing.

Business Administration Level 2

  • Qualification: Business Administration
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 2
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 23833

This programme may suit candidates beginning their development in basic office and business-support functions.

Business Administration Level 3

  • Qualification: Business Administration
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 3
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 67465

The programme builds further knowledge of administrative processes and workplace support.

Business Administration Level 4

  • Qualification: Business Administration
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 4
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 61595

This level is intended for more advanced business-administration development.

Small Business Consultant

  • National Qualifications Framework level: 5
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 118741

This qualification focuses on skills connected to supporting and advising smaller enterprises.

Marketing Coordinator

  • National Qualifications Framework level: 5
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 118706

The programme is relevant to candidates interested in coordinating marketing activities and business communication.

Which catering qualification is available?

CSG Group lists one detailed catering qualification.

Food and Beverage Services

  • National Qualifications Framework level: 4
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 14113

This qualification is relevant to candidates interested in food service, hospitality operations and customer-facing catering environments.

Which management qualifications are listed?

The generic management category offers three qualification levels.

Management Level 3

  • National Qualifications Framework level: 3
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 83946

Management Level 4

  • National Qualifications Framework level: 4
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 57712

Management Level 5

  • National Qualifications Framework level: 5
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 59201

Candidates should select a level that matches their current education and workplace exposure. Higher-level qualifications may have more demanding entry requirements.

Which hygiene and cleaning qualifications are listed?

CSG Group offers the largest selection in hygiene and commercial cleaning.

Specialist Hygiene and Cleaning

  • National Qualifications Framework level: 2
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 36233

Hygiene and Cleaning Supervision

  • National Qualifications Framework level: 3
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 20175

Above-Surface Cleaner

  • Qualification type: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations part qualification
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 1
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 118712

Commercial Ablution Cleaner

  • Qualification type: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations part qualification
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 1
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 118711

Commercial Cleaner

  • Qualification type: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations full qualification
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 1
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 118709

Commercial Floor Cleaner

  • Qualification type: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations part qualification
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 1
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 118713

Commercial Kitchenette Cleaner

  • Qualification type: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations part qualification
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 1
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 118710

These programmes provide different routes into commercial hygiene, specialist cleaning and cleaning supervision.

Which information technology programmes are listed?

Candidates interested in computing can choose from four qualifications.

Systems Development

  • Qualification: Further Education and Training Certificate in Systems Development
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 4
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 78965

Technical Support

  • Qualification: Further Education and Training Certificate in Technical Support
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 4
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 78964

End-User Computing

  • National Qualifications Framework level: 3
  • South African Qualifications Authority IDs: 61591 and 49077

Systems Support

  • National Qualifications Framework level: 5
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 48573

The options cover entry-level computer use, technical support, systems development and higher-level systems support.

Which project management qualification is listed?

Project Manager

  • Qualification type: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations qualification
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 5
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 101869

This qualification is relevant to candidates interested in planning, coordinating and monitoring structured projects.

Which security qualifications are listed?

CSG Group lists two security-practice qualifications.

General Security Practices

  • Qualification: National Certificate in General Security Practices
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 3

Specialist Security Practices

  • Qualification: Further Education and Training Certificate in Specialist Security Practices
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 4

Programme-specific screening requirements may apply when security placements become available.

Which wholesale and retail qualifications are listed?

The wholesale and retail category covers receiving, dispatching, store operations, supervision and sales.

Receiving and Dispatching Clerk

  • National Qualifications Framework level: 3
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 99446

Retail Supervisor

  • Qualification type: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations qualification
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 4
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 99573

Store Person

  • Qualification type: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations part qualification
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 2
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 99703

Sales Assistant or Retail Sales Advisor

  • Qualification type: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations part qualification
  • National Qualifications Framework level: 3
  • South African Qualifications Authority ID: 99669

These programmes provide routes into stock handling, customer service, dispatching and retail supervision.

Are other training fields available?

CSG Group’s broader learnership portfolio also refers to programmes in:

  • Contact centres
  • Logistics
  • Production
  • Fast-food services
  • Hospitality

Individual qualification titles and levels for these additional areas are not listed on the learnership registration page.

Candidates interested in those fields can still indicate their preferred area when submitting their information.

How can the learnerships be delivered?

CSG Group uses several learning formats.

Virtual classes

Many learnerships can be facilitated through Microsoft Teams. This may allow learners to participate from different parts of South Africa.

Virtual learning still requires reliable attendance, suitable internet access and the ability to complete online activities.

Face-to-face classes

CSG Group also conducts classroom-based sessions.

The location will depend on the programme, client and learner group.

Online learning

Learnership content can be delivered through the CSG electronic learning platform.

Candidates should not assume that every qualification is available through every delivery method. The format will depend on the specific programme.

Who can register for consideration?

The page does not publish one universal set of requirements for all 27 qualifications.

It does not state a general:

  • Age limit
  • Minimum school qualification
  • Employment-status requirement
  • Disability requirement
  • Province restriction
  • Stipend amount
  • Programme duration

Eligibility will depend on the selected qualification, its National Qualifications Framework level, the client funding the programme and the available placement.

Candidates should provide accurate education, location and employment information so that CSG can consider them for suitable programmes.

What should a curriculum vitae include?

A curriculum vitae should make the candidate’s preferred training direction clear.

Include:

  • Full name and contact details
  • Residential area and province
  • Highest completed qualification
  • School subjects
  • Additional certificates
  • Employment status
  • Previous learnership participation
  • Relevant practical experience
  • Computer skills
  • Preferred learnership field
  • Availability for virtual or classroom learning

Candidates should tailor the skills section to the programme they want.

For example:

  • Administration: Organisation, recordkeeping and communication
  • Information technology: Computer literacy, troubleshooting and technical interests
  • Cleaning: Hygiene awareness, safety and attention to detail
  • Retail: Customer service, stock handling and teamwork
  • Catering: Food service, cleanliness and customer interaction
  • Management: Team coordination, planning and communication

Itumeleng’s Insider Tip: Add a short “Preferred Learnership” line near the top of your curriculum vitae. Writing “Information Technology – Technical Support” or “Wholesale and Retail – Receiving and Dispatching” gives CSG a clearer picture of where to match your profile than a vague statement saying you will accept anything.

Does curriculum vitae registration guarantee placement?

No. CSG Group clearly states that submitting learner information does not guarantee successful placement.

Selection will depend on factors such as:

  • Available programmes
  • Client requirements
  • Qualification entry rules
  • Funding criteria
  • Candidate location
  • Available workplace placements
  • The number of suitable applicants

Registration should be treated as an expression of interest, not confirmation that a learnership has been secured.

How should candidates submit their details?

Curriculum vitae registrations must be initiated through the official CSG Group learnership registration page.

Select the Submit CV option in the student section and follow the form instructions.

If the submission form does not load, request access guidance directly from CSG Group:

Email: info@csggroup.co.za
Telephone: +27 12 362 9778

No general closing date has been stated.

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Final Thoughts

The CSG Group Learnerships 2026 registration page provides access to a broad training catalogue rather than one fixed intake.

Its 27 listed qualifications span National Qualifications Framework Levels 1 to 5, giving candidates options in administration, catering, management, cleaning, information technology, project management, security and retail.

The most important step is choosing a suitable direction. Candidates should submit accurate information, name their preferred qualification and understand that database registration does not guarantee placement.

Itumeleng Ndlovu

Itumeleng Ndlovu is the Founder and Managing Editor of SETA Careers, an independent South African platform dedicated to publishing accurate information about learnerships, bursaries, internships, and skills development programmes. She specialises in researching and verifying updates from official government departments, SETAs, TVET colleges, and accredited institutions to ensure readers receive clear, reliable, and up-to-date guidance. She is committed to simplifying complex education and career information so South African students and job seekers can make informed decisions with confidence. Contact: info@setacareers.co.za