Mopani TVET College In‑Service Training for N6 – Closing 1 July 2026

If you have just finished your N6 qualification, you may be waiting for a placement that will let you complete your National Diploma. Time is short – the 18‑month in‑service training program closes on 01 July 2026, and it could be the practical experience you need right now.

What the opportunity is

The Mopani TVET College is offering an 18‑month in‑service training programme for N6 graduates who need workplace experience to obtain their National Diploma. The placement is based in Phalaborwa, Limpopo and is open to graduates of selected Business Studies programmes.

Who can apply (requirements)

You must meet all of the following:

• Successfully passed N6 and have completed all subjects from N4 to N6 (12 subjects in total).
• Be between 18 and 35 years of age.
• Hold an N6 certificate in one of the four listed fields: Public Management, Marketing Management, Tourism Management, or Business Management.
• Applicants who studied N6 at Mopani TVET College get first preference.
• Persons with disabilities are welcome to apply.
• You must not be currently enrolled in, nor have previously benefited from, any SETA‑funded programme (affidavit required).

What you will gain

The placement gives you real‑world exposure in a professional setting. You will develop skills such as:

• Administration and office management
• Customer service and client relations
• Project coordination and financial administration
• Sector‑specific knowledge (e.g., public sector processes, marketing campaigns, tourism operations, or business operations)

Completing the training satisfies the workplace‑experience requirement for your National Diploma and improves your job prospects in both the public and private sectors.

How to apply (step‑by‑step)

1. Gather the required documents:
   • Detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
   • Application letter
   • Certified copies of N4–N6 certificates or official result statements
   • Certified copy of your South African ID
   • In‑service training letter from Mopani TVET College
   • Affidavit confirming you are not enrolled in, and have not previously benefited from, any SETA‑funded programme
2. Arrange the documents in this order: application letter, CV, ID copy, academic records, in‑service letter, affidavit.
3. Submit the complete package to the Human Resource Management Department at:

   Corporate Centre
   Corner Combretum and Haarlem Street
   Phalaborwa, 1390

   Or send it by post to:
   Private Bag X01024
   Phalaborwa, 1390

4. Note the closing date – 01 July 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.
5. After submission, you may be invited for competency assessments, interviews, and verification of your qualifications.

Tips to improve your chances

• Tailor your CV to the chosen field. Highlight any volunteer work, projects, or part‑time jobs that relate to public management, marketing, tourism, or business.
• Write a concise application letter. Explain why you want the placement, what you hope to learn, and how you can contribute.
• Proofread every document. Misspelled names or incorrect dates can disqualify you.
• Keep copies of everything you send. You may need them for follow‑up questions.
• Prepare for interviews by reviewing common competency questions and practising clear, honest answers.
• Apply to other workplace‑experience programmes while you wait for a response.

Conclusion and next steps

Practical experience is often the missing link between an N6 certificate and a full National Diploma. This 18‑month in‑service training gives you that link and opens doors to permanent jobs. Gather your documents, follow the steps above, and submit your application before the 01 July deadline. The sooner you act, the sooner you can start building a career in your chosen field.