Career Advice

Students considering financial support for higher education may find that the ETDP SETA bursary scheme can fund eligible students at selected private higher education institutions in South Africa. An official ETDP SETA student notice identifies several private higher-education institutions that are registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as participating institutions. The list … Read more

Home and online schooling are giving South African families more options for educating children outside the traditional classroom. While conventional schools remain the main education route for many learners, alternative schooling models can provide greater flexibility around learning pace, study schedules, technology and individual learner needs. For some families, the appeal is the ability to … Read more

Lerato ChabalalaPublished: 16 June 2026Category: Careers, Employment Trends, Skills Development, Future of Work As technology reshapes industries and businesses adapt to economic changes, employers across South Africa are increasingly focusing on a new set of skills that can drive productivity, innovation, and growth. Recent workforce reports reveal that demand is accelerating in areas such as … Read more

Sasol, Absa, Motus, iLearn and Other Major Employers Open Applications for Youth Opportunities in 2026 Thousands of unemployed South African youth are searching for learnership opportunities in 2026 as companies across banking, logistics, retail, telecommunications, mining and manufacturing continue opening applications for entry-level training programmes. Many of these learnerships offer monthly stipends, accredited qualifications, practical … Read more

Introduction For many South Africans—especially young job seekers—understanding how to access real career opportunities can feel overwhelming. With so many learnerships, internships, and training programmes available, it’s easy to miss out simply because you don’t know where to start. This is where SETA Careers plays an important role. It acts as a bridge between education … Read more

Introduction Working with children is one of the most meaningful career paths in South Africa, but many aspiring childcare workers are unsure where to begin. The challenge is not a lack of passion—it is understanding which qualifications are required and how to enter the field correctly. The Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority … Read more