Our faculties

Ten faculties of practical, industry-focused training.

Textile and Clothing Manufacturing

Textile and Clothing Manufacturing

Practical training for the textile and clothing value chain — machine operation, garment assembly, quality and production supervision for South Africa's manufacturing sector.

18 programme areas →

Fashion Design and Garment Production

Fashion Design and Garment Production

Creative and technical training that takes learners from design concept and illustration through to construction, tailoring and industrial garment production.

20 programme areas →

Pattern Making and Garment Technology

Pattern Making and Garment Technology

Precision pattern drafting, grading and garment technology — the skills manufacturers rely on for fit, consistency and efficient production.

13 programme areas →

Footwear and Leather Manufacturing

Footwear and Leather Manufacturing

Hands-on training in footwear design, pattern development, cutting, stitching, lasting and finishing, plus leather goods such as handbags, belts and accessories.

16 programme areas →

Engineering and Technical Trades

Engineering and Technical Trades

Artisan development and technical training in engineering trades. Formal trade qualifications are listed only once registration and accreditation have been confirmed.

14 programme areas →

Construction and Building Trades

Construction and Building Trades

Practical building-trade skills for construction sites, maintenance teams and self-employed contractors.

11 programme areas →

Woodworking and Furniture Manufacturing

Woodworking and Furniture Manufacturing

Furniture making, machining, upholstery and finishing for workshop production and small manufacturing businesses.

9 programme areas →

Beauty and Personal Care

Beauty and Personal Care

Practical beauty and personal-care training for salon employment or your own business.

7 programme areas →

Business and Entrepreneurship

Business and Entrepreneurship

Business, financial and marketing skills designed for artisans, makers and small manufacturers.

12 programme areas →

Digital and Technical Skills

Digital and Technical Skills

Computer and digital skills from basic literacy to computer-aided design, manufacturing and e-commerce.

8 programme areas →