2026 Pathcare Engineering Learnership

Applicants are invited to apply for the 2026 Pathcare Engineering Learnership

Are you a motivated, unemployed South African youth eager to gain valuable workplace skills in a healthcare or laboratory environment? Our nationally accredited learnership programme provides an excellent opportunity to develop your career. To qualify for this programme, you must meet the following minimum eligibility criteria:

 Academic Qualifications Required:

• A valid National Senior Certificate (NSC) or Matric certificate with:

  • Life Sciences / Biology: Minimum 50%
    OR
    Human Body and Mind (HBM): Minimum 60%

  • Mathematics: Minimum 40%
    OR
    Mathematical Literacy: Minimum 60%

 Language Proficiency For The 2026 Pathcare Engineering Learnership

• English fluency is essential: candidates must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively

• A basic understanding of Afrikaans is advantageous for daily operational communication

 Documentation & Identification:

• Certified copy of South African ID document

• Certified copy of Matric certificate, with clear subject marks (to be submitted during application)

 Personal Attributes and Work Environment Suitability:

• Must be physically and mentally prepared to work in a healthcare, diagnostic, or laboratory environment

• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and after-hours, including public holidays when required

• Must be comfortable working with blood, human tissue, or other biological specimens

• Strong commitment to ethical conduct, confidentiality, and quality control protocols

• Must demonstrate:

  • A strong work ethic

  • High levels of teamwork and collaboration

  • Professional customer service orientation

  • Good time management and the ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)

 Learnership Programme Selection Process

 How Candidates Are Selected

Admission into this competitive learnership programme is strictly merit-based. Our multi-stage recruitment process is designed to ensure only the most dedicated and suitable candidates are selected:

1.  Application Screening

• All submitted applications are carefully reviewed to verify compliance with the minimum academic and personal criteria

• Incomplete applications or those that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered

2.  Proficiency Testing

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete written assessments that test:

  • Numerical and literacy skills

  • Problem-solving ability

  • Job-specific aptitude and attention to detail

3.  Panel Interviews

• Candidates who excel during the testing phase will be scheduled for formal panel interviews

• Interviews will assess the applicant’s motivation, communication skills, personality traits, and long-term career interest

4.  Final Selection

• The final selection is based on a combined evaluation score from academic records, test results, and interviews

• Only the top-performing candidates will be invited to join the learnership programme

 Why Choose This Learnership?

This learnership offers:

• A structured, accredited training programme combining theory and practical workplace experience

• The chance to gain job-ready skills in one of South Africa’s high-demand industries

• Monthly stipend allowance and workplace mentorship

• Increased employability and potential for future permanent employment

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