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CTU Training Solutions is registered as a private college and private higher education institution in South Africa. Since 1987, we have been developing skilled professionals across a wide range of industries. We offer accredited national qualifications and international certifications across our faculties of IT, Design, Business Management & Humanities, Engineering, and Sustainability, with full time, part time, distance learning and online learning study options.
CTU offers a wide range of programmes for different career paths, including options in Software Development, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Graphic Design, Business Management, Marketing, Human Resources, Engineering and Sustainability, as well as short courses and international certification opportunities.
Explore our faculties to find the programme that matches your interests and career goals:
Information Technology | Design | Business Management & Humanities | Engineering | Sustainability
CTU offers qualifications and programmes across Information Technology, Design, Business Management & Humanities, Engineering, and Sustainability. Depending on your career goals, options include higher education qualifications, occupational qualifications and other career-focused programmes. We also offer short courses and international vendor-related training through our corporate training division.
Explore our faculties and programmes to find the study option that’s right for you.
The duration depends on the qualification/programme you choose, as well as the available study option. Check the relevant programme page or fact sheet for the specific duration, curriculum and study information.
CTU is an accredited training provider, with qualifications and programmes accredited or registered with the relevant education and training authorities, depending on the qualification. CTU is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a Private College and provisionally registered as a private higher education institution. CTU is also accredited by the MICT SETA through the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).
View CTU’s registrations and accreditations here.
Yes. CTU offers full time, part time and distance learning options, depending on the qualification or programme. Availability may differ by programme, so check the relevant programme page to see which study options are available.
Career opportunities depend on the qualification/programme you complete. Our programme pages highlight relevant career paths and show how the skills developed can connect to different roles and industries. Explore the programme you’re interested in to see the career opportunities associated with it.
Entry requirements vary by programme. CTU does not use an Admission Point Score (APS) like many universities and colleges. Instead, we look at the specific subjects required for a programme and the marks achieved in those subjects. Check the relevant programme page or fact sheet for the exact entry requirements.
CTU offers different study options to suit different needs. Full Time is primarily designed for students studying as their main commitment, while Part Time provides options for those balancing their studies with work or other commitments. Distance Learning allows you to study remotely, giving you greater flexibility around where you study. Programme availability differs by study option, so check the programme page for the options available to you.
Yes. CTU offers a range of short courses and international vendor-related training for individuals and organisations looking to build specific skills or upskill their workforce. Options include training from technology vendors such as Microsoft, CompTIA and AWS, as well as other professional and workplace skills programmes. View Short Courses
Yes. CTU offers study options designed for working individuals, including selected part time and distance learning programmes. Availability depends on the programme, so explore the relevant study option or speak to a CTU consultant to find what best fits your schedule.
Select Study at CTU on our website and click Apply Now. Complete the online application form and follow the prompts to apply.
CTU does not offer bursaries or student loans directly. However, we work with external providers such as Student Hero to help students explore study finance options. Companies and other organisations can also sponsor students through bursaries.
Visit our Financial Assistance page for more information.
You can contact CTU by calling 0861 100 395, emailing enquiry@ctutraining.co.za, contacting a campus directly, completing our online contact form, or booking a One2One session with a student advisor.
Corporate Training Unlimited: Unlocking Your Organisation’s Potential. As a division of CTU Training Solutions, Corporate Training Unlimited is committed to helping businesses optimise their technologies and address skills shortages through consultative training and development solutions. Our team works closely with clients to identify their unique needs and develop customised programmes designed to help employees advance their careers and contribute to organisational growth. Explore our wide range of short courses, learnerships & bursaries tailored to provide practical, industry-relevant skills that empower your workforce and drive long-term success.
CTU Training Solutions is a registered and accredited institution with various accrediting bodies, including the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), Umalusi, and the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO). Our corporate training programmes follow industry standards and best practices to ensure your employees receive high-quality, up-to-date education that is recognised and respected in their respective fields.
To receive a quote for corporate training, please visit our website at https://ctutraining.ac.za/corporate/ and fill out the contact form with your organisation’s details and training requirements. Alternatively, you can contact our corporate training team directly at equiry@ctutraining.co.za or our National Call Centre 0861 100 395. Our team will work with you to develop a customised training proposal that meets your organisation’s needs and budget.
A learnership is a structured learning programme that combines theoretical knowledge and practical skills training, leading to a nationally recognised qualification. At CTU Training Solutions, we offer learnerships in various fields, such as IT, Graphic Design, Business Administration, and Engineering. Learnerships are an excellent way to gain valuable work experience while earning a qualification.
To apply for a learnership at CTU Training Solutions, follow these steps:
Submit your CV directly to: yvonnem@ctucareer.co.za
Remember to ensure your CV includes your contact details and relevant personal information such as your ID number.
IMPORTANT! We will contact YOU directly as soon as we have learnership opportunities available.
Learnerships are limited to schedule and availability and qualifying criteria.
The requirements for a learnership at CTU Training Solutions vary depending on the programme you’re interested in. Generally, applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old, have a valid South African ID, and have completed their Grade 12 or equivalent. Some learnerships may have additional requirements, such as a specific level of education or prior work experience.
For customer service, support, complaints, feedback or concerns, contact our Customer Service team:
Our customer service team is available from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 16:30 pm (South African Standard Time). We are closed on weekends and public holidays.
Yes, CTU Training Solutions welcomes prospective students/clients and their families to visit our campuses for guided tours. To schedule a tour, please contact the campus of your choice directly: https://ctutraining.ac.za/ctu-campuses/
Yes. RPL allows your previous learning, knowledge and experience to be assessed against the requirements of a CTU qualification. RPL may be considered for access to a qualification or recognition of prior learning towards parts of a qualification, depending on your circumstances.
Yes. If you have successfully completed a legacy qualification, your achievement remains recorded on the SAQA National Learner Records Database (NLRD).
For more information about legacy qualifications, occupational qualifications and the transition, visit our Legacy Qualifications vs New QCTO Occupational Qualifications page.
An Occupational Qualification is designed around the knowledge, practical skills and workplace experience required for a specific occupation. These qualifications combine learning with practical and work-based components to help prepare students for their chosen career.
Occupational Qualifications go beyond learning the theory. They combine knowledge, practical skills and workplace experience to prepare you for a specific occupation and help you apply what you learn in real-world situations.
Yes. Practical skills and work experience form part of the Occupational Qualification structure, giving you opportunities to apply what you’ve learned in a practical setting.
Occupational Qualifications are designed around the knowledge, practical skills and workplace experience required for specific occupations. This career-focused approach helps you build skills that are relevant to the type of work you want to pursue.
Occupational Qualifications are developed with input from industry representatives, employers and professional bodies to help ensure that the skills and competencies covered are relevant to the workplace.
Occupational Qualifications bring together three important areas of learning: knowledge, practical skills and work experience. This means you don’t only learn what you need to know, but also develop practical skills and experience relevant to the occupation.
Yes. Occupational Qualifications are recognised qualifications that form part of South Africa’s National Qualifications Framework (NQF). They are quality assured by the QCTO and registered by SAQA on the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework (OQSF).
Higher Education qualifications include qualifications such as Higher Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees. They provide structured learning in a chosen field and can help you build the knowledge and skills needed to pursue further studies or career opportunities.
Yes. CTU is provisionally registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) as a private higher education institution. CTU’s Higher Education offering includes accredited and recognised qualifications.
Check the specific programme page or fact sheet for the accreditation and registration details of the qualification you’re interested in.
It depends on your career goals, interests and the type of qualification you want to pursue. Explore the programme you’re interested in and look at the subjects, entry requirements and potential career paths. If you’re still unsure, book a One2One session with a CTU student advisor to talk through your options.
Yes. CTU’s approach focuses on developing practical knowledge and career-focused skills alongside your academic learning, helping you connect what you learn with the world of work.
Higher Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees are different types and levels of Higher Education qualifications. They differ in their level, duration, depth of study and entry requirements. The best option depends on your previous qualifications and where you want your studies and career to take you. Check the individual programme page or speak to a CTU student advisor to explore the right option for you.
Higher Education and Occupational Qualifications are both recognised study pathways, but they have different structures and purposes. Higher Education includes qualifications such as Higher Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees, while Occupational Qualifications are designed around the knowledge, practical skills and workplace experience required for specific occupations.
A process of validation
It is a process in which evidence of performance is gathered and evaluated against agreed criteria in order to make a judgement as to whether the learning required for the achievement of specific outcomes is taking place. During assessment, an assessor collects evidence to identify the level of knowledge/skills acquired so that he or she can make decisions related to the student and/or the module/learning programme, depending on the purpose of the assessment. All students will be assessed formatively and summatively.
CTU will:
CTU understands that certain students deal with various physical or emotional problems and we therefore advise students to get professional counselling to guide and support them. Please obtain the counselling support detail from your academic principal/ColCampus/notice boards.
“Credit accumulation” means the totalling of relevant credits required to complete a qualification or a part-qualification. Credit accumulation is the process where students are able to register learning outcomes achieved in one programme at one date and have them counted towards the full programme at a later date. This can take place within sub-systems, for example subject, programme, department, faculty, institution, awarding body, educational sector, occupational sector and/or country.
Credit transfer” means the vertical, horizontal or diagonal relocation of credits towards a qualification or part-qualification on the same or different level, usually between different programmes, departments or institutions. Credit transfer is the process where students are able to register learning outcomes achieved in one programme at one date and have them counted towards another programme at a later date. This transfer can operate between programmes, but more importantly between organisations or sectors.
Refers to assessment that takes place during the process of learning and teaching.
Higher Education & Training
The pass mark for an international preliminary exam is 80%. If a student fails this exam, he/she will not be allowed to write the international exam. The preliminary exam is there to prepare and evaluate the students in preparation for their international exams. Students will be given two attempts at the preliminary exam. After the second failed attempt the campus manager will contact the parents to discuss the academic progress of the student in question.
The pass mark for an international exam depends on the nature and number of the exam, as well as the specific exam provider (e.g. Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco, Adobe, CIW, Autodesk, etc.).
Should the students fail any one of their international exams and wish to rewrite the international exam, he or she will have to do so in their own time and at their own cost.
International exams are scheduled in a specific order (per programme), therefore, a student will not be allowed to continue to the next international exam if he/she did not pass a previous exam as per programme schedule.
A student will not be allowed to rewrite an exam which he or she has passed in an attempt to gain a higher mark.
International exams are scheduled in a specific order (per programme), therefore, a student will not be allowed to continue to the next international exam if he/she did not pass a previous exam as per programme schedule. A student will not be allowed to rewrite an exam which he or she has passed in an attempt to gain a higher mark.
Practical training while still studying towards – or after obtaining an academic qualification.
A work-based route to a qualification. It is a workplace education and training programme comprising of structured practical workplace experience and structured theoretical training
Subjects/modules
Studies done in a classroom environment.
Qualifications are awarded to a student, in his/her specific course based on the following conditions:
The National Qualifications Framework. The objectives of the NQF are designed to contribute to the full personal development of each student and the social and economic development of the nation at large. (http://www.nqf.org.za/)
Portfolio of Evidence. A PoE is the combined and total proof of applied competence a candidate presents to demonstrate competence.
Private colleges operate under the prescriptions of Chapter 6 of the Continuing Education and Training Act 16 of 2006. The main purpose of these colleges is to train young school leavers, providing them with the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary for employment in the labour market.
Quality Assurance Partner.
What you get after the completion of your studies.
Rewrite exam.
All the CHE campuses also have a resource centre for students available on campus. The resource centre provides the following services to students:
A process that assesses knowledge and skills gained through previous formal, non-formal or informal learning and experience against the requirements of a qualification. RPL may provide alternative access to a qualification or recognition of relevant prior learning.
South African Qualifications Authority
Skills Development Programme.
Sector Education and Training Authority.
The final exam for a certain subject.
After the successful achievement of the N6 National Certificate, it is compulsory for students to complete 18 months in-service training in order to obtain a National N Diploma. Students will be required to complete a Workplace Log Book signed off by the appointed workplace mentors. It is the responsibility of the student to identify suitable work placement.
