We all know the feeling – those to-do’s that seem to constantly slip to the bottom of the pile. So many QCTO curriculums require facilitators to have their certification in place – and even where it’s not formally required, many evaluators indeed ask for this at site or monitoring visit.
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QCTO & SETA NEWS
QCTO: The External Integrated Summative Assessments (EISAs) for several Ceta qualifications have been officially postponed to 2026. New assessment dates will commence from 2 February 2026. View the full list of affected qualifications in the document here.
QCTO: SAQA is hosting nationwide workshops from September to November 2025 to guide the transition from legacy to occupational qualifications. Upcoming sessions include Western Cape, Gauteng, North West, Limpopo & Mpumalanga. Register here to secure your spot.
QCTO: Here are the new QCTO qualifications out for public comment – please be sure to get involved if these are your areas of expertise.
DHET: On 17 September 2025, the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), in partnership with Takealot Group, signed a MoU to strengthen youth skills development. This initiative represents a significant step in bridging skills gaps, enhancing educational opportunities and promoting workforce development in South Africa. Read more here.
DHET: has appointed administrators to Services Seta, LG Seta and Ceta following serious governance concerns. Details here.
SETA: The Minister has announced the appointment of new Accounting Authorities (AAs) for all Setas, effective 30 September 2025. Here is the official statement by the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela.
OPEN DISCRETIONARY GRANT WINDOWS
BANKSETA DG window, closing 24 October 2025
The BankSeta invites all registered, levy-paying employers to apply for the 2025/26 Discretionary Grant Funding Window. This opportunity supports accredited training initiatives that build skills and capacity within the banking and financial services sector. For more information, click here.
W&R SETA 2025/26, closing 10 November 2025
The W&R Seta invites levy-paying companies to nominate candidates for the Retail Management Development Programme (RMDP) 2025/26. The programme upskills middle managers, supervisors and team leaders through NQF Level 6 and 7 training offered by Regenesys, GIBS, Regent, and UCT GSB. For more information and to apply, click here.
MICT SETA Workplace Approval Applications, Now Open
The MICT Seta is inviting Skills Development Providers (SDPs) and workplaces to apply for Workplace Approval. This process helps create structured and quality workplace-based learning environments, ensuring learners gain the practical experience needed to build a skilled and future-ready workforce. For more information and to apply, click here
FASSET DG window, closing between 31 August 2025 and February 2026
Fasset has opened funding windows for the 2025/2026 financial year. Eligible stakeholders are invited to apply for programmes including the Employed Bursary Programme, Learner Employment Grant, Professional Body Programme, Public TVET Lecturer Bursary and Outstanding Study Debt Repayment. Click here to apply.
FASSET: has launched its Lifelong Learning online training, facilitated by partner professional bodies. These courses, available until March 2026, are designed to help sector employees sharpen workplace skills and stay competitive. For any further enquiries please contact li**************@********rg.za.
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Congratulations to the following organisations for successfully achieving their QCTO accreditations with us this last month.
- Think Coaching Academy: SP: Assistant Life Coach: Communication, Integrity and Confidence Coaching. Thank you to our accreditation partner Alida van Heerden.
- The Intellect Institute: SP: Work Based Learning and Development Practitioner. Thank you to our accreditation partner Belinda Beer
- The Love Trust: OC: Early Childhood Development Practitioner. Thank you to our accreditation partner Alida van Heerden.
- Mozi Academy: SP: Workshop Tool Assistant. Thank you to our accreditation partner Alida van Heerden.
- The Netcampus Group: OC: Software Developer. Thank you to our accreditation partner Alida van Heerden.
- IQ Academy: OC: Occupational Health and Safety Officer, OC: Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner, OC: Occupational Health and Safety Assistant. Thank you to our accreditation partner Handri Stadler.
- Sci-Bono Discovery Centre: SP: Cybersecurity Defender. Thank you to our accreditation partner Alida van Heerden.
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