Apprenticeship Training
Building Zimbabwe's Skilled Workforce Through Comprehensive Apprenticeship Programmes
What is Apprenticeship?
Theoretical Training
Theoretical aspects of a trade taught in registered training institutions, providing comprehensive knowledge foundation
On-the-Job Training
Practical skills learned in the workplace supervised by skilled workers, ensuring real-world competency
Apprenticeship Training combines theoretical technical training with on-the-job practical experience, creating well-rounded professionals ready to excel in their chosen trades.
Benefits to the Apprentice
Why choose an apprenticeship pathway?
In-depth Knowledge
Gain comprehensive practical and theoretical knowledge of your chosen trade
Technological Versatility
Training provides versatility to adapt to technological changes in your industry
Economic Security
Skills training provides opportunities to improve your economic security and career prospects
International Recognition
Successful apprentices are awarded internationally recognised certificates
Benefits to the Economy
How apprenticeships drive economic growth
Skilled Workforce
Ensures an adequate supply of skilled workers to meet the needs of industry
Reduced Supervision
Minimises the need for supervision by developing initiative and ability of apprentices
Increased Productivity
Increases employee productivity and ensures customer satisfaction
Entry Requirements
What you need to start your apprenticeship journey
Age 16 years or above
5 passes at 'O' Level – Grade C or better, in English Language, Mathematics, a relevant Science subject and any other 2 subjects
A Driver's or Provisional licence is required in the Automotive Industry
Zimbabwean citizen
Career Prospects
Your apprenticeship opens doors to diverse career opportunities
Artisan
Foreman/Chargehand
Technician
Technologist
Draughtsperson
Engineer
Training Manager
Workshop Manager
Technical Sales Representative
Technical Marketing Manager
Technical Director
Lecturer/Instructor
Curriculum Developer/Examiner
Designated Trades
Explore our comprehensive range of apprenticeship trades across multiple industries
AIRCRAFT INDUSTRY
- •Aircraft Avionics Fitting (Electrical)
- •Aircraft Avionics Fitting (Radio & Telecommunications)
- •Aircraft Avionics Fitting (Instruments)
- •Aircraft Fitting/Machining
- •Aircraft Material Processing and Electroplating
- •Aircraft Painting and Signwriting
- •Aircraft Sheetmetal Working
- •Aircraft Trimming and Safety Equipment Fitting
- •Aircraft Powerplant and Engine Fitting
- •Aircraft Fitting to include both Engines & Airframe
- •Airframe Fitting
- •Aircraft Welding and Metalworking
- •Aircraft Armament Fitting
AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
- •Motor Mechanics (including diesel and tractor mechanics)
- •Automobile Electrics
- •Precision Machining
- •Motor Cycle Mechanics
- •Panel beating (to include body repairing, trimming, sheetmetal working and spray painting)
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
- •Carpentry and Joinery
- •Bricklaying
- •Plumbing/Drainlaying
- •Painting/Decorating
- •Plastering
- •Stonemasonry
- •Wood Machining
- •Terrazzo & Mosaic Wall & Floor Tiling
- •Mastic Asphalting
- •Floorlaying
- •Glazing
- •Shop fitting
- •Building Electrical Installations
- •Architectural Metal Working
ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY
- •Electrician
- •Electrician/Electronics Fitting
- •Electrical Technician
- •Instrument Mechanics
- •Instrument and Control Technician
- •Lift Mechanics
- •Radio and Telecommunication Technician
- •Radio, Television and Electronic Mechanics
- •Signal Artisan
MECHANICAL INDUSTRY
- •Blacksmithing
- •Boiler-making Carriage and Wagon Fitter
- •Coach trimming
- •Coppersmithing (including plumbing)
- •Electroplating
- •Fitting & turning (including machining)
- •Locksmithing
- •Machine tool setting
- •Roll Turning
- •Pattern-making
- •Plating/Welding
- •Refrigeration Work (including Air-conditioning)
- •Rigging
- •Sheet-metal Working
- •Scale Fitting
- •Tool, jig and Die-Making
- •Turning (including Machining)
- •Vehicle Body Building (metal & composite)
- •Welding
- •Diesel Plant Fitting
- •Fitting (including Machining)
- •Mill-wrighting
- •Moulding (including Coremaking)
INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
- •Computer Technician
- •Network Administration
- •Digital Automation
ENERGY INDUSTRY
- •Biogas Installer
- •Solar Photo Voltaic
- •LP Gas Installer
BIO-MEDICAL INDUSTRY
- •Orthopedic Technician
- •Bio-Medical Equipment Mechanic
- •Bio-Medical Equipment Technician
PRINTING INDUSTRY
- •Machine Printing
- •Origination
- •Packaging Machine Minding
- •Printer's Mechanic Print Finishing
- •Print Finishing
HOTEL & CATERING INDUSTRY
- •Cookery
- •Waiter
HAIRDRESSING INDUSTRY
- •Hairdressing
FORESTRY INDUSTRY
- •Saw Doctor
CLOTHING & TEXTILE INDUSTRY
- •Sewing Machine Mechanics
CHEMICAL INDUSTRY
- •Plastic Artisan
GEO-SPATIAL
- •Geographical Information Systems
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