Are you an unemployed youth living in Durban looking for artisan training opportunities? The Artisan Development Programme (ADP) by the eThekwini Municipality offers a structured, trade-specific apprenticeship programmedesigned to equip youth with the skills and qualifications needed to become qualified artisans.
About the Artisan Development Programme
The ADP provides workplace-based learning and training aligned with the standards set by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO), Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA), and the National Artisan Moderating Body (NAMB). Successful applicants will complete a full apprenticeship, culminating in a Trade Test to become a certified artisan.
Minimum Entry Requirements
This opportunity is open to applicants for both Electrical and Millwright trades.
General Requirements (Applicable to All Trades):
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Must be a South African citizen with a valid ID
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Must reside within the eThekwini Municipality (Durban area) – proof of residence required
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Aged between 18 and 35 years
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Must be currently unemployed
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Must not have previously participated in a similar apprenticeship or development programme
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Should demonstrate commitment and passion for the chosen trade
Electrical Trade Requirements:
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N6 Certificate including Electrical Trade Theory, or
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Technical Matric/Grade 12 with Mathematics, Physical Science or Engineering Science, and Electrical Trade Theory, or
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A relevant National Technical Diploma (S or N stream)
Millwright Trade Requirements:
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N6 Certificate in Mechanical Fitting or N2 Certificate in Millwright, or
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Technical Matric/Grade 12 with Maths, Physical Science, and Millwright Trade Theory, or
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A relevant National Technical Diploma (S or N stream)
Selection and Training Process
Applicants will undergo the following:
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Verbal and written assessments
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Medical evaluation
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If selected, candidates will sign up for the full apprenticeship programme
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Programme ends with a Trade Test – successful candidates will qualify as certified artisans
How to Apply – Manual Submission Only
Follow these steps to apply:
Step 1:
Collect and complete the official eThekwini Municipality Application Form
Step 2:
Clearly state your trade choice:
Example: ADP – Electrical or ADP – Millwright
Step 3:
Submit your completed application along with:
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A certified copy of your ID
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Certified educational qualifications
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Proof of residence
Deliver your documents to:
Human Resources – Centre of Excellence
21 Archie Gumede Street,
Durban, 4001
No faxed, emailed, or late applications will be accepted