Apply for the fully funded 2026 CETA Apprenticeship at Letaba TVET College. Gain hands-on experience in Carpentry or Bricklaying and earn a nationally recognized trade qualification.
Build Your Future with a Skilled Trade
Are you ready to turn your passion for construction into a stable, high-demand career? The Letaba TVET College CETA Apprenticeship Programme 2026 is your ticket to becoming a qualified artisan in South Africa’s construction sector. Fully funded and designed for unemployed youth, this three-year apprenticeship offers practical experience, industry-recognized skills, and a clear path toward a rewarding trade career.
With 50 apprenticeship posts available—20 for Carpentry and 30 for Bricklaying—this programme could change the direction of your future.
About the Programme
The apprenticeship is a structured, hands-on programme offered in partnership with the Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA). It combines workplace learning with skills development to ensure participants are job-ready upon completion.
| Programme | CETA Apprenticeship Programme |
|---|---|
| College | Letaba TVET College |
| Trades | Carpentry & Bricklaying |
| Posts | 50 (20 Carpenters, 30 Bricklayers) |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Funding | Fully funded by CETA |
| Location | Limpopo Province (approved workplaces) |
| Minimum Requirement | NQF Level 4 / NCV Level 4 (all subjects passed) |
| Closing Date | 23 January 2026 |
| Application Method | Hand delivery only |
| Reference | LTC 50/01/2026 |
Trades Offered
Carpentry Apprenticeship (20 Posts)
Carpenters are in high demand across housing projects, commercial construction, furniture manufacturing, and renovations.
Skills You’ll Gain:
- Roof construction
- Door and window installation
- Formwork
- Finishing and accurate measurements
- Health & safety compliance
Bricklaying Apprenticeship (30 Posts)
Bricklayers are essential for RDP housing, factories, malls, and other construction projects.
Skills You’ll Gain:
- Brick and block laying
- Plastering and finishing
- Reading building plans
- Setting out foundations
- Construction site safety
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- South African citizen
- Unemployed
- NQF Level 4 / NCV Level 4 qualification
- Qualification in Carpentry or Bricklaying with all subjects passed
- Must not have previously participated in an apprenticeship, learnership, or skills programme
Note: Preference is given to current Letaba TVET College students.
How to Apply
This is a manual, hand-delivered application—no emails or online submissions.
Where to Submit:
Letaba TVET College – Central Office
1 Claude Wheatley Street, Tzaneen, 0850
Required Documents:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copies of qualifications
- Completed Z83 Application Form
- Copy of South African ID
Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified copies.
Closing Date: 23 January 2026 – late submissions will not be considered.
Inclusivity & Placement
- People living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Placements are in approved workplaces across Limpopo.
- Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.
Enquiries:
Contact Person: Sambo UD / Ramarope K
Tel: 015 307 5440
Conclusion
The Letaba TVET College CETA Apprenticeship Programme 2026 is more than a learning opportunity—it’s a career-launching platform. By completing this apprenticeship, you gain practical skills, industry experience, and a nationally recognized trade qualification, setting yourself up for a stable and rewarding career in Carpentry or Bricklaying.
If you’re committed, eager to learn, and ready to work hands-on in construction, don’t miss this chance—apply before 23 January 2026 and start building your future today.
