The Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority, commonly known as merSETA, supports skills development programmes in manufacturing, engineering and related industries.
Its learning programmes include learnerships and apprenticeships that can help learners develop practical occupational skills.
merSETA Learnerships
A merSETA learnership combines structured learning with workplace experience and can lead to a qualification registered with SAQA.
Companies can advertise learnership opportunities and candidates are selected through the employer’s recruitment process.
Apprenticeship Opportunities
merSETA also supports apprenticeship-related learning, particularly in technical and engineering fields.
These opportunities can be suitable for people interested in becoming artisans and developing careers in engineering and manufacturing.
Who Can Apply?
Requirements depend on the employer and programme. Some opportunities may require Grade 12 subjects such as Mathematics and Physical Science, while others may have different requirements.
Applicants should always read the actual vacancy advertisement.
How to Find Opportunities
Prospective candidates should monitor merSETA, employers, training providers and employment platforms for advertised opportunities.
merSETA also encourages opportunity seekers to upload their information to the Department of Employment and Labour’s ESSA database.
Conclusion
merSETA can provide an important pathway into engineering, manufacturing and artisan careers. If you want to become an artisan or gain technical workplace experience, keep checking for new merSETA-funded opportunities.
