Future-Ready Artisan Training Across South Africa

Accredited, practical qualifications that prepare you for real jobs in the trades — in Cape Town, Gqeberha, and Roodepoort.

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Start your career journey with one of our Artisan Trade training qualifications that’s nationally recognised and focused on real, hands-on learning. Whether you’re aiming to become an Electrician, Plumber, Millwright, or Diesel Mechanic, our Faculty of Artisan Trades will empower you with the practical expertise and confidence to thrive in your chosen field.

YOUR FUTURE COULD START WITH ONE OF OUR QUALIFICATIONS

All of our qualifications are highly sought-after within their respective industries. These are our most popular qualifications.

Why Choose IETI?

IETI (Industries Education & Training Institute) is a nationally recognised Occupational Education and Training Institute offering accredited occupational qualifications since 1989. Our programmes are designed around one key goal: real skills for real jobs.

We partner with parents, schools, government, SETAs, and employers to deliver quality technical training across key trades including Electrical, Plumbing, Welding, Bricklaying, and Solar PV Installation. Our workplace-integrated model ensures graduates are not only certified but also Job-ready. With campuses in Cape Town, Gqeberha, and Roodepoort, and a strong record of learner success, IETI stands out as one of South Africa’s most trusted training providers for practical artisan development.

Nationally recognised qualifications (QCTO, SETA-accredited)

70/30 workplace-integrated learning
model

Strong job placement support & career coaching

Campuses in Cape Town, Gqeberha, Roodepoort

30

Years

of hands-on vocational training experience

Accredited. Recognised. Trusted.

IETI is proud to be part of the UXI Artisan Development Group. We are accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and multiple Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs), including MERSETA, AGRISETA, and CETA.

Our qualifications are compliant with national frameworks, recognized by employers across South Africa, and aligned with the latest workplace needs.

QCTO

Merseta

Ewseta

W&R Seta

ICB

Agri Seta

Mict Seta

LG seta

MQA

Service Seta

Teta

HWSeta

FP&M Seta

INSETA

Caths Seta

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Study Across South Africa

Cape Town – Western Cape

Training future artisans in the heart of the Western Cape with hands-on learning in plumbing, electrical, and solar.

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Gqeberha – Eastern Cape

A hub for NQF 4 artisan courses in electrical and construction, serving learners across Nelson Mandela Bay.

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Roodepoort – Gauteng

A convenient trade school campus serving Johannesburg and West Rand learners, offering electrical and building-focused training.

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Real Outcomes. Real Success.

At IETI, we do more than issue certificates — we help build careers. Our learners leave with practical
experience, national recognition, and access to jobs in key trades and industries across South Africa.

20000+

learners trained since
1989

85%

job placement rate
after graduation

3

fully accredited campuses
across South Africa

TESTIMONIALS

“I visited the open day they had. The staff was very friendly and willing to listen. They showed me the entire facility and explained what course will be taught where. On the electrical side they have all the needed components to teach the learners in depth. The mechanical side consist of workshops that is rigged for training. What make this place so good for me is that they do all the training onsite. Theoretical and practical training. They are also in a very good location just off the N7 on Voortrekker road.”

– Paul Rupert Oosthuizen

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Step Today

Speak to a career consultant or download our full course guide. Whether you’re just exploring your options or ready to apply, we’re here to help you take the next step with confidence.

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We have solutions for all

We offer tailored solutions designed specifically to all needs. Additionally, we insure that you all meet essential workplace requirements throughout the training process.

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Future-Ready Artisan Training Across South Africa

YOUR FUTURE COULD START WITH ONE OF OUR QUALIFICATIONS

Electrician

Trades Training

Millwright

Trades Training

Welder

Trades Training

Diesel mechanic

Trades Training

project manag.

Trades Training

Plumber

Trades Training

Solar PV

Trades Training

Accredited. Recognised. Trusted.