Edge Training Learnerships: Developing Talent, Creating Workplace Opportunities 2025

Edge Training Learnerships: Developing Talent, Creating Workplace Opportunities
Edge Training is dedicated to addressing youth unemployment by equipping young individuals with the skills and experience needed to thrive in today’s competitive job market. Through our Step-In online portal, we connect learners with hosting partners who provide job opportunities within their organizations. These partnerships ensure a seamless transition from theoretical learning to practical workplace experience.
About the Edge Training Learnership Programme
Our learnerships are accredited, work-based learning programmes designed to develop talent and create career pathways. By blending theoretical instruction with hands-on workplace training, we prepare learners for success in their chosen fields.
Programme Objectives
The Edge Training Learnership Programme aims to:
- Provide previously disadvantaged racial groups with the opportunity to gain formal workplace exposure.
- Address youth unemployment by offering structured and accredited training.
- Build a skilled and capable workforce for the future.
- Facilitate partnerships with hosting organizations to create impactful learning environments.
Learnership Duration
Our learnerships typically span 12 months to cover all essential theoretical and practical components comprehensively. However, the duration may be shorter if learners meet Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) requirements.
Benefits of the Learnership Programme
- Skill Development:
- Learners acquire industry-specific skills that are immediately applicable in the workplace.
- Accredited Qualifications:
- Graduates receive recognized certifications that enhance employability.
- Workplace Readiness:
- Learners gain hands-on experience, preparing them for real-world challenges.
- Empowerment and Inclusion:
- The programme focuses on creating opportunities for previously disadvantaged individuals.
- Networking Opportunities:
- Learners interact with hosting partners, building valuable professional relationships.
Step-In Portal and Partner Network
The Step-In Portal serves as a platform for hosting partners to list job opportunities within their organizations. This network enables:
- Hosting partners to provide workplace opportunities for learners.
- Learners to access a conducive learning environment that bridges the gap between training and employment.
By connecting learners with hosting organizations, the programme not only fosters skills development but also facilitates employment opportunities for participants.
Why Choose an Edge Training Learnership?
- Structured Learning: A carefully curated curriculum ensures a balance between theory and practice.
- Accessible Opportunities: Designed for young individuals from diverse backgrounds to access formal work environments.
- Supportive Ecosystem: Learners are supported throughout the programme to maximize their potential.
- Contribution to Society: Hosting organizations actively contribute to reducing youth unemployment.
Eligibility and Application Process
Who Can Apply?
- Young individuals eager to develop skills and gain workplace experience.
- Applicants must meet the minimum criteria outlined by Edge Training for specific programmes.
How to Apply
- Visit the Step-In Portal to explore available learnership opportunities.
- Submit your application, including the required documentation, through the portal.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps.
Partnering for Change
Edge Training is committed to fostering partnerships that make a real difference. Our hosting partners play a vital role in creating meaningful opportunities for learners, contributing to the fight against youth unemployment.
By joining forces with us, hosting partners gain access to a pool of motivated and skilled individuals, ready to contribute to their organizations while gaining invaluable experience.
Building a Brighter Future Together
The Edge Training Learnership Programme is more than just a training initiative—it’s a platform for empowerment and change. Together, with our partners and learners, we are building a future where talent is nurtured, opportunities are accessible, and youth unemployment becomes a thing of the past.
Take the first step toward a brighter tomorrow. Explore the Edge Training Learnerships and unlock your potential today!
Edge Training Learnerships