NQF 5SAQA 11879212–18 months
Training Programmes
Explore practical skills across trades, engineering and technical operations.
Eliashib Academy · Fourways
How training is organised
Three fields. One practical focus.
Explore occupational qualifications and focused skills programmes, then enquire for current dates, entry guidance, delivery arrangements and availability.
QCTO occupational qualifications
Nationally registered pathways, delivered with strategic partners.
Eliashib Academy offers access to QCTO-accredited training together with strategic accredited partners. The delivery partner, registration status, intake dates and entry requirements are confirmed for each qualification before enrolment.
Technology & digital skills
NQF Levels 4–6
SAQA IDs and indicative durations supplied by the academy. Confirm current qualification status and intake details before applying.
| Qualification | NQF | SAQA ID | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 118792 | 12–18 months | |
| 4 | 118699 | 12 months | |
| 5 | 101408 | 18–21 months | |
| 5 | 118986 | 12 months | |
| 5 | 118708 | 12 months | |
| 4 | 118788 | 12 months | |
| 4 | 118705 | 12 months | |
| 5 | 120749 | 12 months | |
| 5 | 119242 | 12 months | |
| 5 | 118707 | 12–18 months | |
| 6 | 119458 | 12–18 months | |
| 5 | 119438 | 6 months |
NQF 4SAQA 11869912 months
NQF 5SAQA 10140818–21 months
NQF 5SAQA 11898612 months
NQF 5SAQA 11870812 months
NQF 4SAQA 11878812 months
NQF 4SAQA 11870512 months
NQF 5SAQA 12074912 months
NQF 5SAQA 11924212 months
NQF 5SAQA 11870712–18 months
NQF 6SAQA 11945812–18 months
NQF 5SAQA 1194386 months
Artisans & technical trades
Occupational Certificates · NQF Level 4
Electrician
Occupational Certificate · NQF 4
Diesel Mechanic
Occupational Certificate · NQF 4
Automotive Motor Mechanic
Occupational Certificate · NQF 4
Welder
Occupational Certificate · NQF 4
Boilermaker
Occupational Certificate · NQF 4
Fitter and Turner
Occupational Certificate · NQF 4
Millwright
Occupational Certificate · NQF 4
Plumber
Occupational Certificate · NQF 4
Mobile Device Repairer
Occupational Certificate · NQF 4
Additional skills programmes
Focused practical options.
Artisanal & Trade Skills
Welding & Structural Fabrication
Comprehensive hands-on training in ARC, MIG/MAG, and TIG welding techniques with safety compliance.
Duration
12 to 24 Weeks (Modular tracks available)
Delivery
Practical Workshop & Classroom Instruction
Artisanal & Trade Skills
Electrical Installation & Maintenance
Core electrical wiring, circuit testing, fault finding, and basic domestic/commercial maintenance.
Duration
16 to 24 Weeks
Delivery
Practical Workshop & Lab Diagnostics
Artisanal & Trade Skills
Mechanical Fitting & Assembly
Precision fitting, mechanical assembly, bearings, pumps, and preventative maintenance fundamentals.
Duration
16 Weeks
Delivery
Hands-on Mechanical Workshop
Artisanal & Trade Skills
Plumbing & Pipefitting Skills
Water reticulation, drainage systems, sanitary ware installation, and pipe jointing technologies.
Duration
12 to 16 Weeks
Delivery
Practical Construction & Plumbing Rig
Industrial & Engineering Skills
Boilermaking & Heavy Metal Fabrication
Heavy plate layout, vessel fabrication, pipe development, and structural steel assembly.
Duration
20 to 26 Weeks
Delivery
Industrial Workshop Practicum
Industrial & Engineering Skills
Industrial Plant & Equipment Maintenance
Preventative, condition-based, and corrective maintenance for heavy industrial plant machinery.
Duration
16 Weeks
Delivery
Combined Laboratory, Simulators & Workshop
Industrial & Engineering Skills
Fitting & Turning (Machining Essentials)
Conventional lathe turning, milling operations, tool grinding, and precision component manufacture.
Duration
18 to 24 Weeks
Delivery
Machine Shop Workshop Practicum
Industrial & Engineering Skills
Industrial Safety & SHEQ Practice
Occupational health, safety, environmental compliance, and risk assessment for industrial sites.
Duration
6 to 12 Weeks
Delivery
Classroom, Case Simulations, and Site Auditing
Technology & Digital Skills
Industrial Automation & Basic PLC Controls
Sensors, relays, programmable logic controller basics, and troubleshooting automated systems.
Duration
10 to 16 Weeks
Delivery
Hands-on Automation Lab & Software Simulators
Technology & Digital Skills
Technical CAD & Engineering Drafting Fundamentals
2D & 3D computer-aided drafting for fabrication, mechanical parts, and electrical layouts.
Duration
8 to 12 Weeks
Delivery
Computer Lab Practical Sessions
Technology & Digital Skills
Industrial Digital Workplace & Operations Literacy
Digital tools for inventory management, job card reporting, digital safety logs, and communication.
Duration
6 to 8 Weeks
Delivery
Blended Lab and Practical Exercises
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