In this episode of Khetha, we explore artisan development and technical and vocational careers in South Africa.

Many young people believe university is the only respected path after school, but artisan careers offer practical, valuable and in-demand opportunities across sectors such as construction, electrical work, manufacturing, mechanical trades, services, chemicals, technology and more.

The episode explains what an artisan is, why South Africa urgently needs skilled artisans, which priority trades are available, and the seven steps to becoming a qualified artisan, from career guidance and apprenticeship contracting to workplace training, trade testing and certification.

We also unpack Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning, a pathway for people who are already working in trades but do not yet have formal qualifications.

For support, listeners can contact Khetha on 086 999 0123, the National Artisan Development Support Centre on 086 999 0125, or visit www.careerhelp.org.za.

In this episode of Khetha, we explore artisan development and technical and vocational careers in South Africa.
Many young people believe university is the only respected path after school, but artisan careers offer practical, valuable and in-demand opportunities across sectors such as construction, electrical work, manufacturing, mechanical trades, services, chemicals, technology and more.
The episode explains what an artisan is, why South Africa urgently needs skilled artisans, which priority trades are available, and the seven steps to becoming a qualified artisan, from career guidance and apprenticeship contracting to workplace training, trade testing and certification.
We also unpack Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning, a pathway for people who are already working in trades but do not yet have formal qualifications.
For support, listeners can contact Khetha on 086 999 0123, the National Artisan Development Support Centre on 086 999 0125, or visit <a href="http://www.careerhelp.org.za" data-start="6290" data-end="6311">www.careerhelp.org.za</a>.

The DHET - Khetha Digital Media Campaign forms a vital part of South Africa’s national education and skills development strategy. It is positioned within the broader educational ecosystem where the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) shares responsibility with the Department of Basic Education (DBE) to serve the learning and skills development needs of South Africans at different stages of their academic and career journeys.

The campaign builds on a tradition of public education and empowerment through multiple media platforms, particularly targeting high school learners, graduates, job seekers, and out-of-school youth to provide accessible career guidance, bursary information, internship opportunities, and entrepreneurial support.

The DHET - Khetha Digital Media Campaign forms a vital part of South Africa&rsquo;s national education and skills development strategy. It is positioned within the broader educational ecosystem where the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) shares responsibility with the Department of Basic Education (DBE) to serve the learning and skills development needs of South Africans at different stages of their academic and career journeys.
The campaign builds on a tradition of public education and empowerment through multiple media platforms, particularly targeting high school learners, graduates, job seekers, and out-of-school youth to provide accessible career guidance, bursary information, internship opportunities, and entrepreneurial support.