Sekhukhune TVET College & merSETA funded Engineering Apprenticeship Programmes for 2026
About the programme
Sekhukhune TVET College, in partnership with merSETA, has officially opened applications for its fully funded Apprenticeship Programmes for 2026. This is a 36-month (3-year) program designed to train unemployed youth into qualified artisans.
The closing date is Friday, 30 January 2026
🛠️ Available Apprenticeship Trades
Each program lasts 36 months and combines institutional learning with real workplace exposure.
Trade
Minimum Requirements
Electrician
Grade 12 (Pure Maths) OR NCV L4 (Electrical Infrastructure) OR N2–N6 Electrical Engineering
Diesel Mechanic
Grade 12 (Pure Maths) OR NCV L4 (Auto Repair & Maintenance) OR N2–N6 Mechanical (Diesel Theory)
Fitter & Turner
Grade 12 (Pure Maths) OR NCV L4 (Fitting & Turning) OR N2–N6 Mechanical (Fitter & Turner Theory)
Welder
Grade 12 (Pure Maths) OR NCV L2–L4 (Fabrication) OR N2–N6 Mechanical Engineering
📋 Key Eligibility Criteria
- Age: Must be an unemployed South African youth under 35 years old.
- Preference: Graduates from Sekhukhune TVET College will be given first preference.
- Location: Training occurs in the Sekhukhune District, Limpopo.
- Contracts: Successful candidates will sign a formal Employment Contract and an ETQA Agreement.
✉️ How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via email only. Do not wait until the final hour, as late entries are not considered.
- Prepare your documents: * Application Letter (clearly state the trade you are applying for).
- Detailed CV.
- Certified copies of your ID and all Qualifications.
- Submit to: COSCSBarlowC@sektvetcol.co.za
- Subject Line: Use a clear format, e.g., “Application: Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship Programme 2026”.
Contact Information
If you have specific questions, you can contact Ms. Mokabane DM at 013 269 0278 during office hours (08:00 – 16:00).
