The ETDP SETA Mpumalanga Provincial Office, in partnership with Ehlanzeni TVET College, is offering an exciting opportunity for unemployed youth to participate in the Coded Welding Skills Programme. This initiative is designed to provide learners with both practical and theoretical training that will prepare them for careers as professional coded welders.
Programme Overview
The main purpose of this programme is to equip learners with the ability to operate as skilled coded welders. Participants will be trained to produce welds that meet pre-defined quality criteria under a qualified Welding Procedure Specification (WPS). Learners will gain the skills to produce high-quality welds within a short space of time, adhering to both visual and non-destructive standards, and, where applicable, destructive evaluation acceptance criteria.
Beyond technical welding, participants will also be trained to apply health and safety principles relevant to the welding profession. This programme ensures that learners become competent in producing positional welds using specific processes and materials, aligning with industry requirements.
Minimum Requirements
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Academic Qualification: NCV Level 3 / N3 in Mechanical Engineering, Welding, or Grade 11 with a pass in Mathematics and Physical Science.
- Prior welding experience or completion of a basic welding course will be an added advantage.
- Must demonstrate physical fitness and good hand-eye coordination.
- Applicants will undergo a technical assessment.
- Candidates must not be enrolled in any other programme during the duration of the training.
- NCV Level 4 or N4 with Mechanical Engineering/Welding or Grade 12 with a pass in Mathematics and Physical Science will be advantageous.
Programme Details
- Duration: Six months (including both theoretical and practical training).
- Stipend: R3,000.00 per month.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following certified documents (not older than six months):
- Copy of Identity Document
- Copy of Grade 11/12 results with Mathematics and Physical Science
- OR certificate in Mechanical Engineering (NCV Level 3/4) or Welding NCV Level 3/4 or N3/N4
How to Apply
Interested applicants should email their applications to: projects@ehlanzenicollege.co.za
For enquiries, please contact: 013 752 7105
Our Conclusion
This skills programme offers unemployed youth in Mpumalanga a valuable pathway to acquire specialised welding skills, gain industry recognition, and earn a stipend while training. If you meet the requirements, this is your chance to step into a highly sought-after trade.
CLOSING DATE: 24 OCTOBER 2025
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