South Africans looking to gain practical skills, occupational qualifications or workplace training can explore the wide range of programmes listed by Pendula Group.
Its training portfolio covers areas including business administration, information technology, transport, logistics, construction, occupational health and safety, professional development and computer training.
The catalogue includes QCTO occupational qualifications, QCTO skills programmes, legacy SETA-accredited programmes and learnerships, as well as specialised workplace and professional development courses.
However, applicants should note that being listed in the training catalogue does not automatically mean that a programme is currently recruiting. Availability, funding, fees, entry requirements and intake dates should be confirmed directly with Pendula Group.
Employer / Training Provider
- Organisation: Pendula Group
- Programme: Learnerships and Skills Development Programmes
- Location: South Africa / Programme-dependent
- Programme duration: Varies by programme
- Employment type: Training / Learnership / Skills Development
- Number of training options listed: 565
- Closing Date: Not specified. Early enquiries are encouraged.
What Training Does Pendula Group Offer?
Pendula Group’s catalogue covers a broad selection of occupational and workplace training.
The listed training areas include:
- QCTO occupational qualifications
- QCTO skills programmes
- SETA-accredited programmes and learnerships
- Logistics and transport training
- Construction and plant-operation training
- Compliance and workplace safety training
- Personal and professional development
- Computer and digital skills
- Specialised courses
- Other accredited unit standards
Examples of Learnerships and Occupational Programmes
Examples listed in the supplied training catalogue include:
- Business Administration Services
- Generic Management
- Payroll Administration Services
- New Venture Creation
- Hygiene and Cleaning
- Wholesale and Retail Operations
- Wholesale and Retail Distribution
- Occupational Health, Safety and Environment
- Information Technology: End User Computing
- Professional Driving
- Freight Handling
- Freight Forwarding and Customs Compliance
- Supply Chain Management
- Transport Operations
- Road Transport Supervision
These programmes cover different NQF levels and occupational areas.
QCTO Occupational Qualifications
Pendula Group lists several QCTO occupational qualifications, including:
- Occupational Certificate: Human Resource Management Administrator
- Occupational Certificate: Project Manager
- Occupational Certificate: Office Supervisor
- Occupational Certificate: Labour Inspector
- Occupational Certificate: Visual Merchandise
- Occupational Certificate: Training & Development Practitioner
- Occupational Certificate: Supply Chain Practitioner
- Occupational Certificate: Freight Handler
- Occupational Certificate: Truck Driver
- Occupational Certificate: Bus Driver
The duration, credits, entry requirements and availability differ between qualifications.
QCTO Skills Programmes
The catalogue also includes focused QCTO skills programmes such as:
- New Venture Creation
- Skills Development Facilitation Practitioner
- Basic End User Computing
- Intermediate End User Computing
- Advanced End User Computing
- Work Based Learning and Development Practitioner
- Hydraulic Crane Operator programmes
- Truck Mounted Crane Operator
- Counterbalance Lift Truck Driver
- Reach Lift Truck Driver
- Side Loader Lift Truck
- Basic Emergency First Aid Responder
- Intermediate First Aid Responder
- Advanced First Aider Responder
Logistics, Construction and Transport Training
People interested in logistics, construction, transport, mining-related operations and plant operations can also explore practical training listed by Pendula Group.
Examples include training relating to:
- Excavators
- Graders
- Front-end loaders
- Articulated dump trucks
- Rollers
- Tip trucks
- Backhoe/loaders
- Skid-steer loaders
- Mobile cranes
- Tower cranes
- Overhead and gantry cranes
- Truck-mounted cranes
- Lift trucks
Transport and logistics training also covers areas such as freight, fleet operations, heavy vehicles, dangerous goods and passenger transport.
Compliance and Workplace Training
Pendula Group also lists compliance and workplace safety training covering areas such as:
- First aid
- Firefighting
- Occupational health and safety
- Emergency preparedness
- Hazardous substances
- Working at heights
- Crane operations
- Lifting equipment
- Workplace safety
Computer and Digital Skills
Computer training listed in the catalogue includes programmes relating to:
- Windows 11
- Microsoft 365
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Teams
- SharePoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Access
- HTML/CSS
- Cybersecurity awareness
These skills can be useful for learners and employees seeking to strengthen their digital workplace capabilities.
Who Can Benefit?
Pendula Group’s training portfolio may be relevant to:
- Unemployed youth
- Job seekers
- School leavers
- Employees
- Employers
- Entrepreneurs
- People seeking occupational qualifications
- Individuals wanting to develop practical workplace skills
Eligibility depends on the specific programme. Applicants should therefore check the requirements for the programme they are interested in.
Salary / Stipend
Salary/Stipend: Not disclosed.
The supplied information does not confirm that the listed programmes provide a stipend or salary.
Applicants should confirm whether funding, sponsorship, employer placement or a stipend applies to a specific intake before registering.
Requirements
Requirements vary according to the programme.
Applicants should check the specific programme information for:
- Minimum educational qualification
- Age requirements, if applicable
- Relevant previous experience
- South African citizenship or residency requirements, where applicable
- Occupational or industry-specific requirements
- Driver’s licence requirements for driving programmes
- Medical or fitness requirements for certain occupational programmes
- Any additional documentation required
Important: No single age or qualification requirement should be assumed to apply to all 565 programmes.
Documents Needed
Depending on the programme, applicants may be asked for:
- Updated CV
- Certified ID copy
- Certified qualifications
- Academic records or transcripts
- Proof of residence, if required
- Driver’s licence, if required
- Additional programme-specific documents
Applicants should confirm the exact document requirements before submitting an application.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Pendula Group website or training catalogue.
- Browse the available training and learnership programmes.
- Select the programme that matches your qualifications and career interests.
- Check the entry requirements, fees or funding arrangements.
- Confirm whether the programme is currently accepting applications.
- Follow Pendula Group’s official application or enquiry instructions.
- Submit the required documents.
- Keep a copy of your application or confirmation for your records.
Official Application Link
Applicants should use Pendula Group’s official website and current training catalogue to confirm programme availability and application instructions.
Official website: Pendula Group
Expert Guidance
Career expert YouthScope Editorial Team advises applicants to prepare all required documents before applying. Ensure your CV is updated, your qualifications are certified where required, and submit your application well before the closing date to avoid technical issues. Always apply only through the employer’s official recruitment website and keep a copy of your confirmation for your records.
For Pendula Group programmes specifically, applicants should also confirm whether the programme is currently recruiting, whether fees apply and whether funding or a stipend is available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who can apply for Pendula Group programmes?
Eligibility depends on the individual programme. South Africans who meet the requirements of a specific programme may be able to apply.
2. Does Pendula Group offer learnerships?
Yes. The supplied training catalogue includes learnerships and programmes associated with different SETAs, alongside QCTO occupational qualifications and skills programmes.
3. Is there a stipend?
A stipend is not confirmed in the supplied information. Applicants should check the specific programme or intake before applying.
4. Can Grade 12 school leavers apply?
Some programmes may be suitable for school leavers, but entry requirements differ. Applicants should check the minimum requirements of their chosen programme.
5. Are the programmes free?
The supplied information does not establish that all programmes are free. Applicants should confirm fees, funding or sponsorship directly with Pendula Group.
6. What training areas are available?
Training areas include business administration, HR, IT, transport, logistics, construction, supply chain, occupational health and safety, professional development and computer skills.
7. Is there one closing date for all Pendula Group programmes?
No single closing date is confirmed for the entire catalogue. Different programmes and intakes may have different application periods.
8. Where can I find the latest programme information?
Prospective learners should consult Pendula Group’s official training information and confirm current availability, requirements, fees and application procedures before applying.
Disclaimer
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Opportunity Verification
Published by: YouthScope Editorial Team
Last Updated: 12 August 2026
Information Source: Pendula Group training information / supplied training catalogue
Status: Reviewed for accuracy
YouthScope shares career information to help South Africans discover opportunities. Applicants should confirm final details with Pendula Group before applying, particularly programme availability, accreditation, fees, funding, duration, entry requirements and application deadlines.
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