Education and development

Learnerships

A structured programme that combines classroom theory with supervised workplace experience and leads to a recognised qualification.

A learnership is a work-based learning programme. Learners spend part of their time in structured classroom instruction with an accredited training provider, and the remainder in a healthcare workplace applying that theory under supervision.

The programme is governed by a signed learnership agreement between the learner, the employer and the training provider. Learners are assessed throughout the programme and receive a recognised qualification on successful completion.

Learnerships suit school leavers, unemployed youth and people already working in support roles who want a formal qualification and a route into the healthcare sector.

What the programme includes

  • Structured classroom theory with an accredited provider
  • Supervised practical experience in a real workplace
  • A registered mentor and workplace supervisor
  • Continuous assessment and a portfolio of evidence
  • A recognised qualification on successful completion

Who should apply

  • School leavers seeking a route into healthcare
  • Unemployed youth who meet the entry requirements
  • Support staff wanting a formal qualification
  • Applicants able to commit to the full programme duration

Entry requirements

  • Minimum school-leaving level required by the qualification
  • Certified identity document or passport
  • Certified academic results
  • Curriculum vitae and motivation letter
  • Willingness to sign a learnership agreement

What you gain

  • Practical, workplace-relevant skills
  • A recognised qualification and formal work record
  • Professional mentoring and coaching
  • Improved employability within the healthcare sector

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