Learnerships

Learnership guide for South Africa

Learnerships combine workplace training with a stipend and a qualification.

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6 minutes

Published

Jul 4, 2026

What is a learnership?

A learnership is a work-based learning programme that leads to a registered qualification. You earn a stipend while you train on the job.

Who can apply?

  • South African citizens with matric or equivalent
  • Unemployed youth often qualify for YES and SETA-funded programmes
  • Some learnerships require a driver's licence or specific subjects

Where to find learnerships

Search learnership on Mzansi Work, check retailer career pages, and watch SETA and municipality adverts. Apply before the closing date and keep certified copies ready.

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