EWSETA 2026 Technical Skills Learnership – Fast Track Your Career in South Africa
Prisma Training Solutions is looking for suitable young people to apply for their General Technical Practice Learnership opportunities. The closing date for applications is 25 February 2025.
If you’re a 15‑ to 25‑year‑old in Rustenburg who wants a real‑world skill that pays you while you learn, this programme could be the jump‑start you need. It’s a partnership with the Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA) and the local municipality, so you’ll be training inside the energy and infrastructure sector—exactly where jobs are growing in South Africa.
What the Learnership Looks Like
- Duration & Level: One‑year learnership, NQF Level 1, ending with a General Education and Training Certificate – General Technical Practice (SAQA ID 49753).
- Day‑to‑Day: You’ll spend half the time in a classroom learning basics like safety, tool handling, and energy sector fundamentals, and the other half on the job shadowing seasoned technicians.
- Hands‑On Skills:
- Work with power tools safely
- Read diagrams and follow written instructions
- Check and fix simple mechanical and electrical issues
- Use time‑management and basic problem‑solving in real tasks
Why It’s Great for You
- No Matric Needed: A Grade 10 pass and ABET Level 3 in maths and communication are enough.
- Stipend: Most SETA‑backed learnerships include a monthly stipend, so you can earn while you study.
- Local Focus: The programme targets youth from Phokeng, Paardekraal, Sunrise Park, Boitekong, and Meriting.
- Future Pathways: After you finish, you can move into entry‑level roles such as general worker, maintenance support, or technical assistant, or you can chase higher qualifications like Level 2 TVET courses, apprenticeships, or a renewable‑energy technician diploma.
Eligibility Checklist
| Requirement | What to Show |
|---|---|
| Age | 18 – 34 years |
| Education | Grade 10 or higher, ABET Level 3 in maths & communication |
| Community | Resident of one of the targeted Rustenburg communities (see above) |
| Status | Unemployed or looking for work |
| Extra | Any practical or volunteer experience (not mandatory but helps) |
How to Apply
- Prepare a CV – keep it short but clear.
- Personal details (name, phone, email)
- Education history (include any certificates)
- Contact information and community location
- Practical or volunteer experience (if any)
- Send an email to sylvia@prisma.co.za.
- Subject line: “General Technical Practice Learnership – [Your Name]”
- Attach your CV in PDF or Word format.
- Double‑check you’ve met all requirements before sending.
- Wait for a response – only shortlisted candidates will hear back.
Apply right here before it closes – just click the link below to open your email client.
Tips to Make Your Application Shine
- Polish the CV – use bullet points and clear headings.
- Show motivation – a short cover note about why you want to learn technical skills in energy can make a difference.
- Be punctual and professional – it shows you’re serious.
- Highlight any physical readiness – learnerships involve hands‑on work, so let them know you’re fit for it.
- Mention willingness to learn – even if you have no prior tech background.
After You’re Done
- Short‑term jobs: Technical assistant, infrastructure worker, maintenance support.
- Further study: Level 2 TVET courses, apprenticeships, artisan development programmes.
- Long‑term careers: Electrician assistant, plant operator trainee, renewable energy technician, infrastructure maintenance specialist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Unemployed youth aged 18‑34 from the specified Rustenburg communities.
SETAs normally provide a stipend, but exact amounts are set by the provider.
No, Grade 10 is the minimum.
No, but it can help.
Not guaranteed, but it dramatically improves your chances.
Energy, technical practice, and infrastructure environments.
Closing date: 25 February 2025 (double‑check on the official site for updates).
If you’re ready to get paid while you learn and to open a path into the growing energy sector, this learnership is a solid move. Remember to send your CV before the deadline and keep an eye on your inbox for the shortlist notification.
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