TVET translates to Technical and Vocational Education and Training. The student receives education and training with a view towards a specific range of jobs, employment or entrepreneurial possibilities. The TVET website states, "Under certain conditions, some students may qualify for admission to a University of Technology to continue their studies at a higher level in the same field of study as they were studying at the TVET College."
Colleges operating under the term TVET are public colleges which benefits from state funds and subsidies. Students at TVET Colleges are eligible for funding from NSFAS if they meet the other requirements.
Different courses are offered at the different campuses per TVET college. Here are the TVET Colleges in Gauteng.
Central Johannesburg TVET College
Central Johannesburg TVET College's mission is to lead their students to employment and entrepreneurship opportunities that contributes to economic development, through responsive education and training interventions. Their vision is to become a public TVET College of choice.
How to apply to study at CJ TVET College
Courses
NATED Courses
- Engineering Studies
- Business Studies
- Humanities
National Certificate Vocational Courses
- Engineering Studies
- Business Studies
- Humanities
- ICT
Campuses
- Parktown Campus
- Alexander Campus
- Ellis Park Campus
- Riverlea Campus
- Langlaagte Campus
Click here for more information on Central Johannesburg TVET College.
Ekurhuleni East TVET College
Ekurhuleni East College is a TVET College and their vision is to empower and prepare their students for the labour market and self-employment. Their mission is to create a good learning environment which meets the Education, Training and Development expectations of their students.
Courses
National Certificate Vocational
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Creative and Social Services
- Faculty of Business
NATED Programmes
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Creative and Social Services
- Faculty of Business
Ekurhuleni East TVET College also offers short courses.
Campuses
- Kwa-Themba Campus
- Springs Campus
- Benoni Campus
- Brakpan Campus
- Daveyton Campus
- Artisan Skills Development Centre
Click here for more information on Ekurhuleni East TVET College.
Ekurhuleni West TVET College
Ekurhuleni West College's mission is to ensure that their students are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills for employment or self-employment. Their website says that their campuses ensure life-long learning and the development of their students.They also award bursaries to deserving students who have excelled in previous semesters.
Courses
- Business Studies
- Engineering Studies
- Utility Studies
- Occupational Programmes
Campuses
- Alberton Campus
- Boksburg Campus
- Germiston Campus
- Kathorus Campus (in Katlehong/ Vosloorus/ Thokoza)
- Kempton Campus (in Kempton Park)
- Tembisa Campus
Click here for more information on Ekurhuleni West TVET College.
Sedibeng TVET College
Sedibeng TVET College's vision is to be the leading TVET College for providing affordable training and education. Their mission is to have their staff provide qualifications which meet the expectations and needs of commerce, industry and the community within the TVET sector.
Courses
- Engineering Studies
- Business Studies
- National Certificate Vocational Courses
- Apprenticeships
- Learnerships
Campuses
- Sebokeng Campus
- Vanderbijlpark Campus
- Vereeniging Campus
Click here for more information on Sedibeng TVET College.
South West TVET College
South West Gauteng College is a TVET college which offers education and training in the NQF Level 2 to 4 and N4 to N6 levels. They offer both Distance learning and e-learning. If interested in following a vocational direction in either Business Studies, Engineering Studies or Utility Studies one only needs to have passed Grade 9, however it is preferred that one has passed Grade 11 or 12.
Courses
- Business Studies
- Engineering Studies
- Utility Studies
- Report 191/ Nated
- Learnership Programmes
- Skills Programmes
Campuses
- Roodepoort Campus
- Roodepoort West Campus
- Molapo Campus
- George Tabor Campus
- Technisa Campus
Click here for more information on South West TVET College.
Tshwane North TVET College
Tshwane North College is a TVET College whose mission is to empower their students and prepare them for the world. Tshwane North College has a vibrant atmosphere and offers Vocational & Nated programmes that responds to industry needs. Join the TNC family & "Get Involved".
Courses
- Skills programme
- Business studies
- Engineering studies
- Utility studies
Campuses
- Mamelodi Campus
- Pretoria Campus (No Engineering Studies)
- Rosslyn Campus
- Soshanguve North Campus (No Business Studies)
- Soshanguve South Campus (No Engineering Studies)
- Temba Campus
Click here for more information on Tshwane North TVET College.
Tshwane South TVET College
Tshwane South TVET College strives to equip their students with vocational and occupationally directed skills to reduce unemployment, poverty and to contribute to the economic growth of South Africa.
Courses
- Office Administration
- Finance Economics and Accounting
- Tourism
- Hospitality
- Civil Engineering and Building Construction
- Engineering and Related Design
- Electrical Infrastructure and Construction
- Information Technology
Campuses
- Atteridgeville Campus
- Centurion Campus
- Odi Campus
- Pretoria West Campus
Click here for more information on Tshwane South TVET College.
Western TVET College
Western TVET College's mission is to provide quality education and training which would benefit both the students and their community. They provide relevant and accessible quality education, training and development opportunities through innovative teamwork that benefit our customers, communities and country.
Courses
- Business Studies
- Engineering Studies
- General Studies (Educare, Hospitality and Tourism)
- National Certificate Vocational Level 2-4
Campuses
- Carletonville Campus
- Krugersdorp Campus
- Krugersdorp-West Campus
- Randfontein Campus
- Thuba Makote ( Magaliesburg Campus )
- Westonaria Campus
