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About

The School Leavers Programme is a journey of work experience, enabling learning, earning, and growth through practical application.


Throughout this period, students are guided by mentors as they navigate through workplace rotations, gaining valuable insights into their career interests whilst building a portfolio.


After completing the programme, students have options to pursue employment, become mentors, or start their own ventures, promoting continuity and sustainable development.

Approach 

12 month programme

Fixed-term contract (R4500/month)

Guidance from mentors

Shared accommodation provided 

Meals provided 7 days a week

Work 6 days a week, 1 long p/m

Demand-led training

Industry accreditation

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School Leavers Programme

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Where We Fit On The Education & Skills Ladder:

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Training Model

Our training model empowers candidates through rotational training in various industries. Students undergo workplace experience while being guided by mentors in rotating groups for four months. This exposure helps them decide on a career specialization for the next eight months.

Workplace Experience

  • Redevelopment of Skills Village which comprises converting commercial and industrial space into residential, retail.

  • House renovations at various scales.

  • Infrastructure services replacement and upgrading on different sites.

  • Commercial to residential conversions in the inner city through Workplace Experience Partners.

  • Office block conversions.

  • Exhibitions and events.

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Case Study

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What Leavers Say

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