Our Programs
A complete training pathway combining online theory with hands-on practical workshops to produce work-ready graduates.
QCTO Accredited
All ProTrades programs are Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) accredited, ensuring industry-recognised qualifications and compliance with South African occupational standards.
Everything We Offer
From online theory to on-site practical training, each service in the ProTrades pathway is designed to produce skilled, work-ready graduates as quickly as possible.
Online Theory Modules
Self-paced e-learning accessible 24/7 on mobile and desktop.
- ›Industry codes & regulations
- ›Tool use & care
- ›Health & safety (OHS Act)
- ›Trade-specific theory & quality control
Practical Workshops
Intensive hands-on sessions in fully equipped training bays.
- ›Real-life & VR assessments
- ›Site drawing overlays for in-field testing
- ›Fault diagnosis & safety assessments
- ›30-hour on-site training record sign-off
Blended Learning Programs
Online theory combined with practical workshops in four languages.
- ›Offered in Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans & English
- ›Rapid 2–4 week upskilling pathway
- ›Minimises unpaid downtime
- ›Earn while you learn
Tiered Certification
Three-tier grading system aligned to real workplace standards.
- ›Tier 3 (50%+): Basic Pass with 30-day retest window
- ›Tier 2 (51–84%): Eligible for supervised placement
- ›Tier 1 (85%+): Direct-to-hire via placement partners
- ›Graded by industry professionals
Virtual Reality Assessments
Cutting-edge VR and 2D site overlays for precise practical testing — currently in development.
- ›Real-site scenario training before going on-site
- ›Overlay live site drawings for workmanship testing
- ›Digital training platforms for accurate scoring
- ›Future-ready assessment technology
Online Credential Linkages
Verified credentials connected directly to employer placement networks.
- ›Score sheets shared with placement partners
- ›Supports regional labour-demand mapping
- ›Stackable microcredentials for continued growth
- ›CV-boosting bonus courses (e.g. Quality Control)
Work-Ready Graduate Placement
Graduate outcomes captured and fed into a job-placement database.
- ›Placement-agency database for local opportunities
- ›Direct-to-hire for Tier 1 graduates
- ›Apprenticeship pathways for Tier 2
- ›Analytics-driven employment matching
Mobile Training Units
Fully containerised training centres on trucks — deployed directly to your worksite.
- ›Complete practical workshop on wheels
- ›No transport costs for students
- ›Reaches remote sites, farms & townships
- ›Nationwide footprint target by 2028
Our Program Sectors
ProTrades training spans a wide range of industries — equipping learners with trade-ready skills that match real labour demand across South Africa.
Construction
Building, civil works, scaffolding & site safety
Plastic Waste
Recycling operations, waste processing & sorting
Mechanical
Equipment operation, maintenance & fault diagnosis
Environmental
Green practices, compliance & sustainability
Agriculture
Agri operations, equipment use & land management
Services & Hospitality
Customer service, food handling & facility operations
And More…
Additional sectors added as our program grows nationwide
Blended Training Model
Online Theory
8–10 Hours- •Industry codes & regulations
- •Tool use & care
- •Health & safety (OHS Act)
- •Trade-specific theory, quality control & assessments
- •Accessible 24/7 via mobile & desktop
Practical Workshops
1–3 Days- •Fully equipped training bays
- •Real-life and Virtual Reality assessments — overlay site drawings to test in-field workmanship
- •Real-site fault diagnosis & safety assessments
- •Training record books for 30-hour on-site sign-off
Your 2–4 Week Journey to Certification
Our programs are designed to get you work-ready fast — combining flexible online learning with hands-on practical training.
Online Theory
- Industry codes & regulations
- Health & Safety (OHS Act)
- Tool use & care
- Self-paced via mobile or desktop
Practical Workshop
- Fully equipped training bays
- VR & real-site assessments
- Fault diagnosis exercises
- Training record book issued
On-Site Application
- "Earn while you learn" model
- Supervisor sign-off on site
- Real-world trade experience
- Training record book completed
Assessment & Certification
- Online final assessment
- Tiered grading (50% / 51–84% / 85%+)
- QCTO-recognised certificate issued
- Linked to placement partners
Online Theory
- Industry codes & regulations
- Health & Safety (OHS Act)
- Tool use & care
- Self-paced via mobile or desktop
Practical Workshop
- Fully equipped training bays
- VR & real-site assessments
- Fault diagnosis exercises
- Training record book issued
On-Site Application
- "Earn while you learn" model
- Supervisor sign-off on site
- Real-world trade experience
- Training record book completed
Assessment & Certification
- Online final assessment
- Tiered grading (50% / 51–84% / 85%+)
- QCTO-recognised certificate issued
- Linked to placement partners
Tiered Certification Model
Basic Pass
30-day retest window to improve grading and achieve the minimum pass rate.
Competent
Eligible for apprenticeship and job placement with supervision.
Mastery
Direct-to-hire access with trade placement partners and recruitment agency.
Online Credentials
Verified Credential Linkages
Credentials link to placement partners — including score sheets to optimise employee strengths and support regional labour-demand mapping.
Add-on Microcredentials
Stackable microcredentials enable continued learning and ongoing professional growth.
CV-Boosting Bonus Courses
Bonus courses such as Quality Control add on-site essentials and strengthen each graduate's CV.
New Age Learning
Virtual Reality Integration
All practical training and assessments support VR and site overlays for real-life scenario training — before stepping on site.
Fast-Paced Online Modules
Online theory followed by 3 days of practical. Training record books issued for 30 hours of on-site application — "earn while you learn".
Opportunities Across Fields
Multiple course offerings spanning a range of vocational trades by 2027 — health & safety, quality control, equipment handling, SSME and more.
Mobile Training Units
Mobile units on the road and on-site make training inclusive and accessible, with no transport costs for students.
Training arrives at your site
Training That Comes
to Your Doorstep
ProTrades operates fully containerised, self-contained training centres mounted on trucks. Each unit is a complete practical workshop — equipped with tools, assessment stations, and all the infrastructure needed to deliver hands-on trade training anywhere in South Africa. No fixed venue needed. No commute for learners.
- Fully containerised training centre on wheels
- Deployed directly to your worksite or community
- Ready to train within hours of arrival
- No transport costs for learners — ever
Planned for launch and expanding — targeting remote communities, construction sites, farms, and industrial zones across South Africa.
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