TRADE COURSES OFFERED
PLUMBING
– Build the Systems Every Community Depends On
Plumbing is far more than fixing leaks — it’s a career that keeps homes, businesses, and entire cities running.
As a plumber, you become a problem‑solver, a builder, and a creator. From installing modern bathrooms to designing efficient water systems, your work directly improves people’s daily lives.
You’ll learn to:
• Clear blocked drains and repair leaking taps
• Install geysers, sanitaryware, water pipes, waste pipes, and full
drainage systems
• Work with copper, steel, and sheet metal to create strong,
beautiful pipework
• Maintain plumbing systems in homes, commercial buildings,
and industrial facilities
Plumbing is a respected trade with endless opportunities — from running your own business to working on major construction projects. With skill and humility, a plumber can go anywhere.
ELECTRICAL
– Power the Modern World
Electricians are the heartbeat of every modern building. Without electricity, nothing works — no lights, no appliances, no pumps, no technology. That’s why electricians are always in demand.
You’ll learn to:
• Install plugs, lights, switches, stoves, and distribution boards
• Repair wiring in homes and commercial buildings
• Work with advanced systems like two‑way and intermediate
switching
• Diagnose electrical faults and restore power safely
Electricians are essential. Whether you choose construction, maintenance, renewable energy, or automation, this trade opens doors to high‑earning, future‑proof careers.
SOLAR PANEL (PV) INSTALLATION
– Reducing reliance on fossil fuels, saving on cost
Solar PV installation is a fast‑growing trade that blends labour, carpentry, mechanical work, and electrical skills.
You’ll learn to:
• Mount panels, install inverters and batteries, and build complete
solar systems that keep homes and businesses running during
power outages.
• Solar energy offers two major benefits: it provides backup power
when Eskom or the municipality cannot, and it saves clients money because solar electricity is far cheaper than grid power.
This training places you at the forefront of modern technology and prepares you for a high‑demand career in renewable energy.
SOLAR GEYSER INSTALLATION
– Join the Renewable Energy Revolution
South Africa’s sunshine is one of its greatest resources — and solar technicians are the people who turn that sunlight into power.
You’ll learn to:
• Install solar geysers and PV systems that heat water up to 150°C
• Strengthen roofs and mount solar panels safely
• Install pumps, controllers, and complete solar heating systems
• Maintain and service client installations
Solar energy is one of the fastest‑growing industries in the country. This skill puts you at the front of a booming, future‑focused career path where your work helps families save money and live sustainably.
HEAT PUMP INSTALLATION
– Smart, Energy‑Saving Technology
Heat pumps are becoming a popular alternative to traditional geysers because they use far less electricity. This trade blends plumbing and electrical skills, giving you a powerful combination.
You’ll learn to:
• Install heat pumps on walls and connect them to geysers
• Understand system components and how they work
• Service and maintain heat pump systems
• Choose the right system size for different homes and buildings
Clients love heat pumps because they cut electricity bills dramatically. Technicians who can install and maintain them are in high demand.
ROOFING
– Build the Structures That Protect Us
Roofing is both a science and an art. A well‑built roof protects everything beneath it — and skilled roofers are trusted to get it right every time.
You’ll learn to:
• Manufacture and install roof trusses
• Repair damaged roofs and replace coverings
• Fit fascia boards, gutters, ceilings, and roof closures
• Open and close roofs professionally with guaranteed leak‑free
results
Roofing offers a mix of physical work, technical skill, and craftsmanship. It’s a trade where precision matters and quality is always recognised.
FURNITURE MAKING
– Create Functional Pieces With Skill and Imagination
Furniture making opens the door to an exciting world of creativity, craftsmanship, and practical problem‑solving. This trade allows you to design and build an endless variety of products — from built‑in cupboards and custom storage solutions to free‑standing furniture such as tables, chairs, and complete home suites.
You’ll learn to:
• Build cupboards, shelving, desks, and interior fittings for homes,
shops, and offices
• Create free‑standing furniture pieces with strength, style, and
precision
• Produce outdoor items such as garden benches, decorative
pieces, and children’s play equipment
• Work with different timbers, tools, and construction methods to
bring any design to life
Furniture making offers opportunities in both residential and commercial environments, giving you the ability to create everything from practical everyday items to unique, handcrafted pieces. It’s a trade where your skill, creativity, and attention to detail truly shine.
CARPENTRY AND TIMBER JOINERY
– Shape Wood Into Function and Beauty
Carpentry is one of the oldest and most respected trades. It combines creativity with practical skill, allowing you to build and transform interior spaces.
You’ll learn to:
• Hang doors, build cupboards, and install ceilings
• Create partitioning, interior finishes and furniture
• Work with different types of timber and understand their uses
Master joinery techniques like dovetails, butt joints, half‑lap joints, and secret nailing
Whether you’re building new homes or restoring old ones, carpentry gives you the power to shape spaces that people live and work in every day.
WOOD TURNING
– Turn Timber Into Art
Wood turning is where craftsmanship meets creativity. Using a lathe, you can transform simple pieces of wood into beautiful, functional objects.
You’ll learn to:
• Turn table legs, bowls, spindles, and decorative pieces
• Recreate broken furniture parts with precision
• Combine different timbers to create unique designs
• Sand, treat, and polish your work to a high‑gloss finish
This skill pairs perfectly with carpentry and joinery, giving you the ability to create custom pieces that stand out. Your imagination becomes your only limit.
WELDING
– Build Strength, Security, and Structure
Welding is a powerful skill used across construction, manufacturing, engineering, and design. If you can weld, you can build almost anything.
You’ll learn to:
• Manufacture burglar bars, gates, doors, and fencing
• Build steel furniture, frames, and structures
• Create metal artwork and custom designs
• Work with different metals and welding techniques
Welders are needed everywhere — from home projects to industrial fabrication. It’s a trade with strong earning potential and endless opportunities.