New to the trade?

At Qualitas Training, we don’t just help experienced candidates qualify we also guide beginners from the ground up, giving you the skills, confidence, and direction to build a successful career in a technical trade.

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Your Pathway to Becoming Qualified

Becoming a qualified artisan is a journey — and it starts with the right foundation.

Training (Your Starting Point)

Begin with our 6-month beginner training programme, designed to introduce you to your chosen trade through both practical and theoretical learning.

You’ll gain:

  • Hands-on experience with real equipment
  • Core technical knowledge
  • Industry-relevant skills
  • Confidence to enter the workplace

Qualitas focuses on practical training alongside theory to ensure you can apply what you learn in real-world situations.

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Gain Workplace Experience

After completing your training, the next step is to gain real-world experience in your trade.

To qualify for a trade test in South Africa, candidates typically need:

  • At least 3 years of relevant work experience

This experience allows you to:

  • Develop your skills further
  • Understand real job environments
  • Build a strong foundation for qualification

Qualify as an Artisan

Once you’ve gained the required experience, you can move on to:

  • ARPL Assessment
  • Trade Test Preparation
  • Final Trade Test (Red Seal Qualification)

This is the final step to becoming a certified artisan.

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Let’s Help You Get Started

Not sure where to begin? That’s exactly what we’re here for.

If you’re new to the trade industry, simply leave your details below and our team will guide you through the best starting point — from training options to your pathway toward qualification.

What Happens Next?

Once you submit your enquiry:

  • A Qualitas consultant will contact you
  • We’ll discuss your interests and goals
  • Recommend the right training programme
  • Guide you on the full journey to becoming a qualified artisan

Different Ways to Get Qualified

See Your Options Below

Option 1

Registered appretices (unfunded)

This option is usually actioned by dealerships or workplaces that employ and register their employees as apprentices.

Duration: 4 years

Learners are registered by the company and are bound by a contract. They complete level-based training through a registered training provider.

This option is generally inaccessible to the public. A candidate must be employed and contracted by a workplace to pursue this route.

There is no ARPL assessment for this pathway. Instead, candidates are required to have a valid employment contract, a registration number from a SETA, and a relevant service letter from the employer in order to qualify for a trade test.

In-centre training takes approximately 6 months, spread over 3 years, to complete all modules.

Option 2

Registered apprentices (funded)

A funded apprenticeship is one where a SETA, government, or another institution provides funding to place learners into an apprenticeship programme. This includes in-centre training, workshop experience, and trade testing.

Duration: 3 years

Learners are registered and receive a registration number. They do not undergo an ARPL, but they are required to log hours in a logbook to qualify for trade testing.

This option is open to the public and is made available when funding becomes accessible. However, funding is not consistent and is not guaranteed.

Eligibility: Individuals aged 18–35

In-centre training takes approximately 6 months, spread over 3 years, to complete all modules.

Need More Information? Let’s Talk.

If you’re interested in getting into a trade but not sure where to begin, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.