Urgent opportunity: If you are a young South African looking to break into the insurance and finance sector, the Eastcape Midlands TVET College Business Skills Learnership Programme 2026 is now open for applications. You have until Friday, 17 July 2026 at 15:00 to apply.
What the learnership offers
This is a fully‑funded Business Skills Learnership delivered at the Brickfields Road Campus of Eastcape Midlands TVET College, Eastern Cape. It leads to a Certificate in Short‑Term Insurance (NQF Level 4) and is run in partnership with the Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (INSETA).
Who can apply
- South African citizens, aged 18‑35.
- Unemployed or looking for work.
- Grade 12 or NCV Level 4 qualification.
- Mathematics ≥40% or Mathematical Literacy ≥60%.
- All other subjects ≥45%.
- Must not have received any previous SETA funding.
What you will gain
- Nationally recognised NQF Level 4 qualification in short‑term insurance.
- Practical knowledge of insurance principles, risk management, claims, products and customer service.
- Business communication and administrative skills.
- Experience that improves employability in the insurance and financial services industry.
How to apply – step by step
- Visit the Eastcape Midlands TVET College website: https://www.emcol.co.za.
- Click the Apply Now button for the Business Skills Learnership Programme 2026.
- Complete the online form with your personal details.
- Upload certified copies (no older than 3 months) of:
- ID and next‑of‑kin’s ID
- Proof of residence
- School or NCV results
- Review all information, then submit before the 15:00 deadline on 17 July 2026.
Tips to improve your chances
- Double‑check that every document is clear, legible and correctly certified.
- Make sure your contact details are accurate – the institution will contact you via these.
- Highlight any extra subjects such as Accounting or NCV Finance (45%+) in the comments section.
- Show that you have good communication, attention to detail and a customer‑service mindset in your personal statement.
- Apply early; the online portal can become busy close to the deadline.
Final thoughts
This learnership is a solid stepping stone into the insurance sector for young South Africans who meet the basic academic and age criteria. If you have a Grade 12 or NCV Level 4 and have not received prior SETA funding, gather your documents and submit your application before 17 July 2026 at 15:00. Good luck!
