South Africans interested in logistics, freight, transport, retail and supply chain careers can explore the Further Education and Training programmes offered by Open Learning Group (OLG).
The institution offers a range of accredited programmes, including qualifications linked to areas such as freight handling, freight forwarding, road transport, transport administration, retail operations and supply chain management. OLG also states that it is registered with various SETAs, including TETA.
However, an important point for prospective applicants is that these are not presented by OLG as one single, universally open 2026 learnership intake. The organisation states that its FET learnerships must be funded by a company or direct funder and that it does not accept individual applications from people seeking placement into a learnership.
This means there is currently no single stipend, age requirement or closing date that applies to every Open Learning Group learnership.
Open Learning Group TETA Learnerships 2026: Quick Overview
| Opportunity | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Open Learning Group (OLG) |
| Opportunity type | Learnerships, skills programmes and occupational qualifications |
| Main fields | Logistics, freight, transport, supply chain and retail |
| TETA connection | OLG states that it is registered on various SETA databases, including TETA |
| Location | 87 Central Street, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg; programme delivery may vary |
| Duration | Varies by qualification; some qualifications are approximately 12 months |
| Age requirement | Not specified as a universal requirement |
| Stipend | Not universally specified; depends on the employer/funder |
| Funding | Company or direct-funder supported for FET learnerships |
| Closing date | No single closing date |
| Employment type | Learnership / occupational training |
| Application status | No universal individual-funded intake confirmed |
What TETA-Linked Programmes Does Open Learning Group Offer?
OLG’s official Further Education and Training portfolio includes several qualifications relevant to the transport and logistics sector. These include:
- Freight Handling
- Freight Forwarding and Customs Compliance
- Road Transport
- Road Transport Supervision
- Road Transport Management
- Transport Clerk
- Dispatching and Receiving Clerk
- Clearing and Forwarding Agent
- Freight Handler
- Supply Chain Management
- Supply Chain Practitioner
- Wholesale and Retail Operations
- Wholesale and Retail Operations Supervision
- Wholesale and Retail Distribution
- Retail Supervisor
OLG’s current FET portfolio lists these qualifications across different qualification types and levels.
The institution also describes itself as a QCTO, CHE and SETA-accredited private higher education institution and states that it is registered on various SETA databases, including TETA.
Why Is TETA Important?
The Transport Education Training Authority (TETA) is one of South Africa’s SETAs and is responsible for facilitating skills development within the transport sector.
TETA’s scope includes areas such as road freight, road passenger transport, freight handling, forwarding and clearing, rail, maritime and aerospace.
TETA also provides an online facility for checking accredited providers, qualifications and other accreditation information. Applicants should use the relevant verification tools when they need to confirm the current accreditation status of a particular programme or provider.
How Long Are the Programmes?
There is no single duration for all Open Learning Group programmes.
The duration depends on the qualification and its learning structure. Some programmes may take approximately 12 months, while higher-level occupational qualifications can have different requirements and timelines.
OLG’s current FET portfolio includes qualifications ranging from entry-level and national certificates to occupational qualifications such as Supply Chain Practitioner and Road Transport Manager.
Applicants should therefore confirm the exact duration of the qualification attached to the funded opportunity before enrolling.
Who Can Apply?
There is no universal set of requirements covering every programme.
Eligibility depends on the specific qualification, employer, funding arrangement and learning programme.
Applicants should check:
- The minimum educational requirement
- The relevant NQF level
- Whether previous work experience is required
- Whether workplace learning is included
- Whether an employer must sponsor the learner
- Whether the programme is currently accepting learners
- Whether the applicant meets any project-specific requirements
- Whether the applicant qualifies for funding under the specific intake
Age requirement: No universal age range is published by OLG for its entire FET learnership portfolio.
Is the Open Learning Group Learnership Free?
Not automatically.
This is one of the most important points applicants should understand.
Open Learning Group states that its FET learnerships must be funded by a company or direct funder and that the learnerships are not free. It also states that individual enquirers looking to be placed on a learnership are not accepted.
This means seeing a qualification listed on the OLG website does not necessarily mean there is an active free learnership available for individual applicants.
Employed candidates interested in a workplace learnership are advised by OLG to discuss the opportunity with their employer’s Human Resources or Training Department.
Will Learners Receive a Stipend?
Stipend: Not universally disclosed.
There is no single stipend amount covering every Open Learning Group learnership.
Where a programme is funded by an employer, company, TETA-related project or another organisation, the funding arrangement may determine whether a learner allowance is provided.
Applicants should therefore avoid assuming that every OLG qualification includes a monthly stipend.
Before accepting a funded opportunity, confirm:
- Whether a stipend is provided
- The monthly amount, if applicable
- Who pays the stipend
- When payments begin
- Whether workplace placement is guaranteed
- What costs are covered by the funder
What Skills Can Learners Develop?
Depending on the qualification, learners can develop skills relevant to modern logistics and transport operations, including:
- Freight handling
- Warehouse operations
- Receiving and dispatching
- Freight documentation
- Transport administration
- Supply chain coordination
- Inventory and stock control
- Freight forwarding
- Customs compliance
- Clearing and forwarding
- Road transport operations
- Retail operations
- Transport supervision
- Supply chain planning
- Workplace health and safety
These skills can provide a foundation for careers in logistics, warehousing, freight, transport administration, retail and supply chain operations.
What Short Learning Programmes Are Available?
OLG also provides short learning programmes in areas including:
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Skills Development Facilitation
- Moderation
- Assessment
- Facilitation
- Design and Development
- Finance for Non-Financial Managers
- Digital Literacy
These programmes are different from a traditional funded learnership and may have their own entry requirements, fees and delivery arrangements.
Where Is Open Learning Group Located?
Open Learning Group’s listed address is:
87 Central Street
Houghton Estate
Johannesburg
2198
However, applicants should not assume that every funded programme will be delivered at this address.
The training and workplace components can depend on the specific employer, funder and programme structure.
Closing Date
Closing Date: Not specified. Early applications are encouraged.
There is no single closing date for all Open Learning Group FET qualifications and learnerships.
OLG’s official FET page explains that learnerships are funded through companies or direct funders, meaning recruitment can be connected to individual projects and funding arrangements.
Applicants should therefore verify the closing date of the specific funded opportunity before submitting documents.
Documents Needed
Because requirements vary by programme and funding project, applicants should prepare commonly requested documents such as:
- Updated CV
- Certified ID copy, where required
- Certified qualification certificates, where required
- Academic records or transcripts, where required
- Proof of residence, if requested
- Other supporting documents specified by the employer or funder
Do not submit unnecessary personal documents unless they are requested through an official application process.
How to Apply or Enquire
Because OLG states that individuals cannot apply directly for placement into its funded FET learnerships, applicants should first establish whether they are connected to an employer, funder or active funded project.
- Visit the official Open Learning Group website.
- Review the Further Education and Training programme portfolio.
- Identify the qualification relevant to your career interests.
- If employed, speak to your Human Resources or Training Department about possible sponsorship.
- If you are linked to a funder or community development project, confirm whether the organisation has an OLG partnership.
- Confirm the exact entry requirements, funding arrangements, duration and workplace component.
- Follow the official application or registration instructions provided for that specific programme.
Important: Do not treat the general OLG programme catalogue as confirmation that a funded 2026 intake is currently recruiting.
Official Application / Information Link
Official Open Learning Group website: Open Learning Group
Official Further Education and Training programmes: Open Learning Group FET Programmes
TETA accreditation and verification information: TETA Official Website
Expert Guidance
Career expert YouthScope Editorial Team advises applicants to verify the funding arrangement before submitting personal documents for any Open Learning Group learnership.
The most important distinction is between a qualification listed by a training provider and an active funded learner intake. Applicants should confirm the programme name, funder, entry requirements, location, workplace component, stipend arrangements and closing date before proceeding.
Always use official organisation channels when applying or making enquiries, and keep copies of correspondence or application confirmations for your records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who can apply for Open Learning Group TETA learnerships?
Eligibility depends on the specific qualification and funding project. There is no single set of requirements covering the entire OLG FET portfolio.
2. Are Open Learning Group learnerships free?
Not automatically. OLG states that its FET learnerships must be funded by a company or direct funder and are not free.
3. Is there a stipend?
There is no universal stipend amount for all OLG learnerships. Any allowance depends on the particular employer, funder or project.
4. Can unemployed people apply?
OLG’s programmes can support unemployed learners through partnerships and funded projects, but OLG states that individuals cannot directly apply to be placed on a learnership. An employer, funder or partnering organisation needs to support the relevant learnership.
5. What qualifications are available?
The FET portfolio includes qualifications in freight handling, freight forwarding and customs compliance, road transport, transport administration, retail and supply chain management, among others.
6. How long do the learnerships take?
Duration varies according to the qualification. Some programmes may run for approximately 12 months, but applicants should confirm the duration of the specific programme.
7. What is the closing date?
There is no universal closing date for the entire OLG learnership portfolio. Recruitment dates depend on the specific funded project.
8. Where is Open Learning Group based?
OLG lists its address as 87 Central Street, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2198. Programme delivery locations may differ depending on the project.
Opportunity Verification
✅ Published by: YouthScope Editorial Team
✅ Last Updated: 13 August 2026
✅ Information Source: Official Open Learning Group and TETA information
✅ Status: Reviewed for accuracy
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Final Thoughts
Open Learning Group offers a broad portfolio of logistics, freight, transport, retail and supply chain qualifications, including programmes associated with sectors covered by TETA.
However, applicants should not mistake the programme catalogue for an active funded learnership vacancy. OLG explicitly states that its FET learnerships require company or direct-funder support and that individual applicants seeking placement cannot apply directly for a learnership.
For young South Africans interested in logistics and transport careers, the best approach is to identify the relevant qualification, verify the current funding arrangement and confirm the exact requirements before proceeding.
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