Mthashana TVET College has officially opened applications for its ETDP SETA-funded In-Service Training Opportunities for 2026. The programme is aimed at N6 graduates who require practical workplace experience to complete their National Diploma requirements.
For many TVET graduates, obtaining workplace experience remains one of the biggest challenges after completing their N6 studies. Without the required experiential learning, graduates cannot obtain their National Diploma, which often limits employment opportunities.
To help address this challenge, Mthashana TVET College has partnered with ETDP SETA to provide structured workplace training opportunities across several fields of study. Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R4,000 for the duration of the programme.
Mthashana TVET College ETDP SETA In-Service Training Programme 2026
The programme has been designed to provide practical industry exposure while helping graduates complete the experiential learning component required for their National Diploma.
Participants will be placed within relevant workplaces where they will gain hands-on experience aligned with their qualifications.
This opportunity is ideal for unemployed TVET graduates who are ready to transition from the classroom into the professional working environment.
Programme Details
Organisation: Mthashana TVET College
Funding Partner: ETDP SETA
Programme: In-Service Training Opportunity
Duration: 18 Months
Monthly Stipend: R4,000
Total Positions Available: 45
Application Method: Email
Closing Date: 22 June 2026 at 16:00
Available In-Service Training Opportunities
Mthashana TVET College is recruiting candidates across the following disciplines:
Management Assistant
Reference Number: MTC/ETDP-M1/2026
Minimum Requirement: N6 Certificate in Management Assistant
Number of Positions: 5
Human Resource Management
Reference Number: MTC/ETDP-H2/2026
Minimum Requirement: N6 Certificate in Human Resource Management
Minimum Requirement: N6 Certificate in Business Management
Number of Positions: 5
Public Management
Reference Number: MTC/ETDP-P4/2026
Minimum Requirement: N6 Certificate in Public Management
Number of Positions: 5
Farming Management
Reference Number: MTC/ETDP-F5/2026
Minimum Requirement: N6 Certificate in Farming Management
Number of Positions: 5
Electrical Engineering
Reference Number: MTC/ETDP-E6/2026
Minimum Requirement: N6 Certificate in Electrical Engineering
Number of Positions: 10
Civil Engineering
Reference Number: MTC/ETDP-C7/2026
Minimum Requirement: N6 Certificate in Civil Engineering
Number of Positions: 10
Total Opportunities Available
A total of 45 training opportunities have been allocated across the various disciplines.
The allocation is as follows:
Management Assistant – 5 positions
Human Resource Management – 5 positions
Business Management – 5 positions
Public Management – 5 positions
Farming Management – 5 positions
Electrical Engineering – 10 positions
Civil Engineering – 10 positions
Who Should Apply?
This programme is suitable for:
TVET College graduates who have completed their N6 qualification
Students seeking workplace experience to complete National Diploma requirements
Unemployed graduates looking to improve employability
Candidates seeking industry exposure in their field of study
Individuals wanting to gain practical workplace skills
Graduates who already have a confirmed host employer may receive additional consideration during the selection process.
Added Advantage for Applicants with Host Employers
Applicants who have already secured a workplace willing to host them for experiential learning will have an added advantage.
To benefit from this consideration, applicants should include:
A Host Employer Letter
All required supporting documentation
This can significantly strengthen an application and improve the likelihood of placement.
Monthly Stipend
Successful candidates will receive:
R4,000 Per Month
The stipend is intended to assist participants with transport, meals, communication expenses, and other basic costs associated with attending workplace training.
Over the 18-month programme, participants could receive a total stipend value of approximately:
Use the correct reference number for the position you are applying for.
Step 4
Insert the reference number in the subject line of your email.
Step 5
Submit your application before the closing date.
Important Application Rules
Applicants should carefully note the following:
Only email applications will be accepted
Hand-delivered applications will not be accepted
Faxed applications will not be accepted
Images will not be accepted
Applications must be submitted as PDF documents
Applications without the correct reference number may not be considered
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is:
22 June 2026 at 16:00
Late applications may not be considered.
Why This Opportunity Matters
Many graduates struggle to secure workplace experience after completing their N6 qualifications. Without this practical exposure, obtaining a National Diploma becomes difficult.
The Mthashana TVET College ETDP SETA In-Service Training Programme provides a valuable opportunity for graduates to gain practical skills, strengthen their CVs, build professional networks, and move closer to full qualification status.
For N6 graduates seeking workplace experience and long-term career growth, this programme represents an important step toward entering the labour market with confidence.
Conclusion
The Mthashana TVET College ETDP SETA In-Service Training Opportunities 2026 offer a valuable pathway for N6 graduates who need workplace experience to complete their National Diplomas.
With 45 available positions, an 18-month training period, and a monthly stipend of R4,000, the programme provides both practical experience and financial support. Graduates who meet the requirements are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date and take advantage of this opportunity to advance their careers.
