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Dept Invests Millions in Skills Development
Source: Bua News
Source Date: Tuesday, February 01, 2011
Focus: ICT for MDGs
Country: South Africa
Created: Feb 01, 2011

After extensive consultation with various stakeholders, the Nuclear Energy Corporation of South Africa (NECSA) was identified as the training provider for the programme which will comprise of 20 learners on each of the following learning areas: Boilermaking, Fitting and Turning, Mechanical, Electrical (in construction) and Welding.

 

The learners will also undergo a six-month theoretical training and then proceed to experiential learning for a minimum of 12 months on learnership programme.

 

Depending on availability of funds, a series of additional learnerships will be undertaken to complete the four year artisan development programme.

 

After the completion of the programme NECSA will be responsible for identifying at least 50 work place/ experiential learning opportunities.

 

The department will be responsible for identifying additional 50 work placement for experiential learning.

 

Additional training may be identified which will be pitched at N4 level. This training may be undertaken during experiential learning and will enable learners to exit with full artisan qualification.

 

The skills development programme covers:

 

·                     Accommodation and meals for 100 learners

·         National Skills Fund will cover all training related costs such as training provider   costs, assessment, moderation and certification

·                     Partial payment of Learners allowances at R660 pp p/m for theoretical part.

 

Other costs to be covered by the National Department of Public Works include:

 

·                     Logistical costs for learners screening and selection sessions

·                     Selection/promotional/ orientation material

·                     Top up Stipends (R660 pp/ pm for theoretical component

·                     Learners allowance (R1200 pp/pm for the practical component)

·                     Transport costs during assessments

·                     Transport costs to and from Pretoria

 

The training programme is co-funded by the NDPW and the National Skills Fund (NSF) of the Northern Cape Department of Education. This Artisan Development Programme will enable learners to exit with full artisan qualifications and advanced practical skills. 

 

 

 

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