Persons with disabilities in South Africa looking for skills-development opportunities can explore the I CAN! learnership and training programmes for 2026.
I CAN! specialises in placing persons with disabilities into employment and learnership opportunities. Its official training information lists several Academy Learnerships, including Life Skills, Hygiene & Cleaning, Business Practice and Business Administration.
The programmes have different education and skills requirements. Some have no minimum qualification requirement, while others require Grade 10 or Grade 12. The qualification level also differs between programmes, so applicants should check the requirements for the specific training opportunity they are interested in.
I CAN! Learnerships 2026: What You Need to Know
I CAN! says it places an average of 600 candidates through learnerships per year. Its training opportunities are designed to provide skills development for persons with disabilities and include programmes at different NQF levels.
The current official training page lists four Academy Learnership options:
- Life Skills — NQF Level 1
- Hygiene & Cleaning — NQF Level 1
- Business Practice — NQF Level 1
- Business Administration — NQF Level 2
Opportunity Details
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | I CAN! |
| Opportunity type | Learnerships and skills training |
| Target group | Persons with disabilities |
| Location | South Africa |
| Training options | Life Skills, Hygiene & Cleaning, Business Practice, Business Administration |
| NQF levels listed | NQF 1 and NQF 2 |
| Closing date | Not specified |
| Stipend | Not specified on the current training page |
| Application status | Check the official I CAN! application route |
Who Can Apply?
The eligibility requirements depend on the particular learnership.
I CAN!’s official training page does not use one universal academic requirement for all its programmes. For example, Life Skills has no minimum qualification requirement, while Business Practice requires Grade 10 and Business Administration requires Grade 12.
This means applicants should not assume that having Grade 12 is necessary for every I CAN! learnership.
Life Skills — NQF Level 1
I CAN! lists:
- No minimum qualification requirement
- Basic literacy required
Hygiene & Cleaning — NQF Level 1
The published requirements are:
- No minimum qualification requirement
- Communication at ABET Level 2
- Mathematical Literacy at ABET Level 2
Business Practice — NQF Level 1
The listed requirements are:
- Grade 10
- Communication at ABET Level 3
- Mathematical Literacy at ABET Level 3
Business Administration — NQF Level 2
The official training page lists:
- Grade 12
- Communication at NQF Level 1
- Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1
What the I CAN! Learnerships Involve
The programmes are designed to provide structured skills development in different areas.
The current list covers basic life skills, hygiene and cleaning, business practice and business administration. The appropriate programme therefore depends on the applicant’s existing education and the type of skills they want to develop.
Applicants should read the requirements for the specific programme carefully instead of applying on the assumption that all four courses have the same entry criteria.
Training Options at a Glance
1. Life Skills
This is an NQF Level 1 programme and has the lowest stated academic entry threshold among the options listed on I CAN!’s current training page.
There is no minimum qualification requirement, although basic literacy is required.
2. Hygiene & Cleaning
This is also an NQF Level 1 programme.
I CAN! lists ABET Level 2 communication and mathematical-literacy requirements, with no minimum formal qualification specified.
3. Business Practice
Business Practice is listed at NQF Level 1.
Applicants must have Grade 10, together with the communication and mathematical-literacy requirements specified by I CAN!.
4. Business Administration
Business Administration is listed at NQF Level 2.
The current official information states that applicants must have Grade 12, as well as the specified communication and mathematical-literacy requirements.
Is There a Monthly Stipend?
Not specified on the current official I CAN! training page.
Some third-party websites may describe learnership stipends or other benefits, but Youthscope should not publish a specific amount unless it is confirmed for the particular I CAN! programme and intake.
Applicants should therefore avoid assuming that every I CAN! learnership pays the same amount.
Is There a Closing Date?
No general closing date is specified on the current official training page.
Because I CAN! offers several different training programmes, application periods may depend on the specific programme or intake.
Applicants should check the official application information before preparing their documents.
How to Apply
I CAN!’s official website provides training opportunities through its training section and directs applicants towards the relevant application process.
Applicants should use the official I CAN! website rather than relying on social-media posts or unofficial recruitment pages.
I CAN! also has a job-opportunities section for candidates seeking employment or learnership placements. The organisation states that candidates who cannot find a suitable available position can submit their CV for consideration for future opportunities.
What Applicants Should Prepare
The official training page does not provide one universal document checklist for all four programmes.
Applicants should therefore follow the instructions provided for the specific opportunity they are applying for.
It is useful to have accurate personal and educational information available, but candidates should only submit documents requested through the official application process.
Important: Beware of Recruitment Scams
I CAN! has published a fraud warning because imposters have been using the organisation’s name to promote fraudulent financial services and solicit money in exchange for job opportunities.
The organisation states that it does not offer financial services and does not request money for employment opportunities through social media platforms.
Applicants should therefore be cautious if anyone claims they can guarantee an I CAN! learnership or job in exchange for payment.
Does I CAN! Offer Jobs as Well as Learnerships?
Yes.
I CAN!’s official job page says that it specialises in placing persons with disabilities into jobs and learnerships. It also lists recruitment across industries including manufacturing, technology, telecommunications, wholesale and retail, financial services and supply chain.
If no suitable vacancy is available, candidates can submit their CV for future opportunities.
This makes the organisation’s CV-submission route relevant to applicants who want to be considered for opportunities beyond the specific training programmes listed on the website.
Why These Learnerships May Be Worth Considering
For persons with disabilities who are looking to build workplace skills, the I CAN! programmes provide several entry points depending on educational background.
The biggest advantage of the current programme structure is that applicants do not all have to meet the same academic threshold.
Someone with basic literacy may qualify for the Life Skills programme, while applicants with Grade 10 or Grade 12 can consider other business-related training options, subject to the remaining requirements.
The programmes should nevertheless be viewed as skills-development opportunities rather than guarantees of permanent employment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the I CAN! Learnerships for?
I CAN! focuses on employment and learnership opportunities for persons with disabilities.
Can someone without Grade 12 apply?
Yes, depending on the programme. The Life Skills and Hygiene & Cleaning programmes do not specify a minimum formal qualification, while Business Practice requires Grade 10 and Business Administration requires Grade 12.
What NQF levels are available?
The current Academy Learnerships listed by I CAN! include NQF Level 1 and NQF Level 2 programmes.
Is there a stipend?
A stipend amount is not specified on the current official training page.
What is the closing date?
No general closing date is specified on the current I CAN! training page. Applicants should check the official application information for the specific programme.
Does completing an I CAN! Learnership guarantee a job?
No. Completing a learnership or training programme does not automatically guarantee permanent employment.
Final Reminder
I CAN! offers several training pathways for persons with disabilities, with requirements ranging from basic literacy to Grade 12, depending on the programme.
The current official list includes Life Skills and Hygiene & Cleaning at NQF Level 1, Business Practice at NQF Level 1 and Business Administration at NQF Level 2.
Applicants should check the specific programme requirements and current application instructions before submitting their information. They should also be cautious of anyone requesting payment in exchange for a job or learnership.
Official Source
The official page lists the current Academy Learnerships, requirements and NQF levels.
Last Checked Date
4 October 2026
Author/Updated Information
Written by: Mbalizuke Nkosi
Published: 4 October 2026
Updated: 4 October 2026
Information checked: 4 October 2026
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