Finding the right SETA programme in South Africa can be confusing. With 21 different Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs), hundreds of qualifications, thousands of programmes, and countless opportunities, many job seekers simply don’t know where to begin.
Questions like these are common:
- Which SETA should I apply to?
- Which SETA offers internships?
- Where can I find learnerships?
- Which SETA funds bursaries?
- I have an N6 qualification—what programmes can I apply for?
- Which SETA is best for engineering, IT, finance or teaching?
Until now, there hasn’t been one place that brings everything together in a simple, easy-to-use platform.
That’s exactly why we built the Edupstairs SETA Platform.
Whether you’re a matriculant, TVET College student, university graduate, unemployed youth, career changer or working professional looking to upskill, the Edupstairs SETA Platform helps you discover the right opportunities for your education, interests and career goals.
Quick Overview
- Explore all 21 South African SETAs in one place.
- Browse learnerships, internships, apprenticeships, WIL, bursaries and skills programmes.
- Search qualifications by career field or NQF Level.
- Use the Eligibility Checker to receive personalised recommendations.
- Learn about the SETA system through practical guides.
- Connect with the Edupstairs Community for support and advice.
What Is the Edupstairs SETA Platform?
The Edupstairs SETA Platform is a comprehensive career and skills development platform designed to help South Africans explore all 21 SETAs in one place.
Instead of visiting multiple websites and searching through scattered information, you can use one platform to discover:
- All South African SETAs
- Qualification catalogues
- Learnership programmes
- Internship opportunities
- Apprenticeship programmes
- Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities
- Skills programmes
- Graduate programmes
- Bursaries and funding opportunities
- Career pathways
- NQF Level information
- Eligibility guidance
The platform is designed to simplify your journey from education to employment.
Why We Built This Platform
Many people miss valuable opportunities simply because they don’t know which SETA supports their field of study.
For example:
An IT graduate may only search for internships, without realising that MICT SETA also supports skills programmes and workplace learning opportunities.
A TVET student may not know that Work Integrated Learning (WIL) programmes are often funded or supported through SETAs.
Someone interested in becoming an artisan may not know which SETA offers apprenticeships in their trade.
The Edupstairs SETA Platform brings all of this information together to help you make informed decisions.
Explore All 21 SETAs
The platform includes information about every SETA in South Africa.
These include:
- AgriSETA
- BANKSETA
- CATHSSETA
- CETA
- CHIETA
- ETDP SETA
- EWSETA
- FoodBev SETA
- FP&M SETA
- HWSETA
- INSETA
- LGSETA
- merSETA
- MICT SETA
- Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA)
- PSETA
- SASSETA
- Services SETA
- TETA
- W&RSETA
Each SETA has its own dedicated page where you can learn about its sector, programmes and qualifications.
Find Programmes That Match Your Goals
One of the biggest strengths of the platform is that you don’t have to know the name of a SETA before you begin.
You can browse programmes by type, including:
- Learnerships
- Internships
- Apprenticeships
- Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
- Graduate Programmes
- Skills Programmes
- Bursaries
- Qualification Catalogues
- Artisan Development
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
This makes it much easier to find opportunities that suit your career stage.
Browse by NQF Level
The platform also allows you to explore programmes according to National Qualifications Framework (NQF) levels.
Whether you’re looking for opportunities at NQF Level 2, Level 4, Level 6 or higher, you can quickly identify qualifications that match your current education level.
This is especially helpful for:
- TVET College students
- University students
- Recent graduates
- Working professionals seeking further qualifications
The Eligibility Checker
One of the most exciting features of the Edupstairs SETA Platform is the Eligibility Checker.
Instead of spending hours trying to work out where you qualify, the Eligibility Checker asks a series of questions about your:
- Age
- Highest qualification
- Employment status
- Province
- Career interests
- Programme preferences
- Available documents
- Willingness to relocate
Based on your answers, the platform recommends:
- The SETAs most relevant to you
- Suitable programme pathways
- Career areas worth exploring
- Steps you can take to strengthen future applications
The goal isn’t simply to tell you “yes” or “no.” It’s to guide you toward opportunities that align with your profile.
Designed for Every South African
The platform is useful whether you are:
- A Grade 12 learner planning your future
- A TVET College student
- An N6 student looking for workplace experience
- A university graduate searching for internships
- An unemployed youth seeking a learnership
- Someone looking to change careers
- A professional interested in upskilling
There is something for everyone.
Powerful Search
Instead of browsing endlessly, you can search for:
- Retail
- Engineering
- Information Technology
- Tourism
- Agriculture
- Finance
- Health
- Manufacturing
- Government
- Logistics
- Construction
- Hospitality
The search engine scans programmes and qualifications across all available SETAs, making it easier to find opportunities that match your interests.
Learn Before You Apply
The platform doesn’t only list opportunities.
It also includes educational resources that explain topics such as:
- What is a SETA?
- How learnerships work
- What apprenticeships involve
- Understanding NQF levels
- Funding and stipends
- How to prepare your application
These guides help users understand the system before applying.
Built to Save You Time
Instead of searching through multiple websites, the Edupstairs SETA Platform brings everything together in one place.
This means you can:
- Compare SETAs
- Compare programme types
- Explore qualifications
- Search by career interest
- Discover funding opportunities
- Learn how the SETA system works
All without leaving the platform.
Connected to the Edupstairs Community
Sometimes you need advice from people who have already been through the process.
The platform connects you with the Edupstairs Community, where you can:
- Ask questions
- Share experiences
- Learn from other applicants
- Discuss learnerships and internships
- Receive guidance from the community
This creates a supportive environment where users can help one another.
Why This Platform Is Different
Unlike many websites that only publish individual opportunities, the Edupstairs SETA Platform focuses on helping users understand the entire skills development landscape.
It combines:
- Career guidance
- Qualification information
- Programme pathways
- Eligibility guidance
- Search tools
- Educational resources
- Community support
This makes it more than a directory—it becomes a career planning companion.
Our Commitment to Accuracy
Edupstairs is committed to providing clear and useful information to help users understand South Africa’s skills development system.
Where possible, platform information is based on official SETA publications and publicly available guidance. However, programme availability, entry requirements and funding opportunities can change over time.
Applicants should always verify the latest information directly with the relevant SETA or official opportunity advertisement before applying.
Tools you may find useful:
- SETA Platform
- RDP / BNG Housing Eligibility Checker
- SASSA Grant Eligibility Checker
- SAPS / Metro / Traffic / DCS Eligibility Checker
- Youth Employment Eligibility Checker
- SA Bursary & NSFAS Eligibility Checker
- UIF Benefits Eligibility Checker and Payment Estimator
View Other Employment Opportunities here
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Our Conclusion
Every year, thousands of South Africans miss valuable opportunities simply because they don’t know where to start.
The Edupstairs SETA Platform was created to change that.
Instead of guessing which SETA to approach or spending hours searching across multiple websites, you can explore all 21 SETAs, discover programmes that match your goals, learn how the system works, and take confident steps towards your future.
Whether you’re looking for a learnership, internship, apprenticeship, bursary, WIL placement or qualification, the platform is designed to help you find the opportunities that matter most.
Your career journey starts with understanding your options—and the Edupstairs SETA Platform is here to help you discover them.
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- View latest Internships
- View latest Learnerships
- View Latest Bursaries
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