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Work-Based Learning

Learnerships 2026

Paid, accredited work-based learning programmes that lead to NQF qualifications and real employment. No matric required for some.

What Is a Learnership?
A structured learning programme combining theory (classroom) and practical workplace experience. Registered with a SETA and leads to an NQF-registered qualification.
Who Qualifies?
South African citizens aged 18–35. Many learnerships are open to school leavers, unemployed graduates, and people with disabilities. Grade 12 often — but not always — required.
What Do You Earn?
A monthly stipend (not a salary) set by the relevant SETA. Ranges from R2,500 to R7,000 per month depending on the NQF level and host employer.
  • Banking · NQF Level 5

    FNB Retail Banking Learnership 2026

    First National Bank offers a 12-month learnership in retail and business banking leading to a Further Education and Training Certificate in Banking. Successful learners are considered for permanent teller or consultant positions.

    First National BankGauteng, Western Cape, KZNDuration: 12 months
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    Monthly Stipend
    R5,000
  • ICT · NQF Level 5

    Vodacom ICT Support Learnership 2026

    Vodacom's ETDP SETA-accredited learnership in information and communications technology. Covers network support, IT systems administration, and customer-facing technical roles. Grade 12 with Mathematics required.

    VodacomMidrand, Cape TownDuration: 18 months
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    Monthly Stipend
    R5,800
  • Logistics · NQF Level 4

    Transnet Supply Chain & Logistics Learnership

    Transnet Freight Rail offers a TETA-accredited logistics and supply chain learnership. Participants rotate across port, rail, and pipeline operations. Excellent pathway into government logistics.

    Transnet SOCJohannesburg, Durban, Cape TownDuration: 12 months
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    Monthly Stipend
    R4,700
  • Government · NQF Level 4

    Department of Labour: Occupational Health & Safety NQF 4

    The Department of Employment and Labour sponsors learnerships in occupational safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ) management. Open to South Africans with Grade 12. Focus on workplace inspections and COIDA.

    Dept. of LabourNationwideDuration: 12 months
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    Monthly Stipend
    R4,000
  • Retail · NQF Level 3

    Shoprite Checkers Retail Learnership — No Matric Required

    Shoprite Group's W&RSETA-accredited learnership in retail operations is open to applicants with Grade 10 or equivalent. One of South Africa's largest learnership programmes — over 3,000 placements annually.

    Shoprite GroupNationwideDuration: 12 months
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    Monthly Stipend
    R3,100
  • Finance · NQF Level 5

    ABSA Bank Financial Services Learnership 2026

    Absa's INSETA-accredited financial services learnership covers financial planning, insurance principles, and banking operations. Entry requirement: Matric with Mathematics. High conversion rate to permanent employment.

    Absa GroupGauteng, Western CapeDuration: 12 months
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    Monthly Stipend
    R4,700
  • Construction · NQF Level 4

    WBHO Construction CETA Learnership — Civil Works

    South Africa's largest construction company offers CETA-accredited learnerships in site supervision and construction management. Aimed at youth with Grade 12 Maths/Physical Science looking to enter the built environment.

    WBHO ConstructionGauteng, KZNDuration: 18 months
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    Monthly Stipend
    R4,000