EduPower Youth Development: Learnerships & Jobs 2026

EduPower Skills Academy is a leading provider of B-BBEE sponsored learnerships in South Africa. They specialize in a “hosted” model where they recruit, train, and provide workplace experience for unemployed youth, with a specific focus on people living with disabilities.

1. Available Learnership Programs (2026)

Programs generally run for 12 months and combine 30% theoretical classroom learning with 70% practical work experience.

Field	Typical NQF Level	Focus Areas
Contact Centre Operations	Level 2 – 4	Sales, Customer Care, Lead Generation, Data Capture
Business Administration	Level 3 – 4	Document processing, Office management, Communication
Wholesale & Retail	Level 2 – 3	Stock control, Customer service, Merchandising
Generic Management	Level 4 – 5	Supervisory activities, Team leadership, Problem-solving

2. Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for an EduPower learnership, you must generally meet the following criteria:

• Nationality: Must be a South African citizen with a valid ID.
• Age: Generally targeted at youth (under 29 or 35 depending on the specific intake).
• Education: * Grade 11/12 (Matric) for NQF Level 3 & 4.
  • Grade 10 or equivalent may be considered for entry-level NQF 1 or 2 programs.
• Disability Status: Applicants living with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply and must provide a doctor’s letter confirming the nature of the disability.
• Status: Must be currently unemployed.

3. Required Documents for Application

Have the following documents ready (certified copies):

1. Identity Document (ID).
2. Highest Educational Qualification (Matric certificate or latest school report).
3. Official SARS Letter (Tax number confirmation).
4. Proof of Bank Account (Bank statement).
5. Medical Certificate (Only if applying as a person with a disability).

4. How to Apply

EduPower uses a continuous recruitment model. You can apply through several channels:

Online Database

Register your profile on the EduPower website to be contacted when a vacancy arises in your area:

• Website: www.edupowersa.co.za (Look for the “Learner Enquiries” or “Apply” section).

Email Application

You can send your CV and documents directly to the recruitment team:

• General/KZN/Gauteng: recruitment@edupowersa.co.za
• Cape Town: recruitmentcpt@edupowersa.co.za

Physical Drop-off Locations

• Durban (Head Office): 24 Flanders Drive, Mount Edgecombe.
• Johannesburg: 63 Van Riebeeck Street, Edenvale.
• Cape Town: FuturFit Building, 4 George Street, Athlone.
• Kuruman: 24 Beare Street, Kuruman.

5. Career Path & Job Absorption

EduPower is unique because of its Absorption Guarantee. At the end of the 12-month learnership:

• Job Offers: Successful learners are typically offered full-time roles within the EduPower BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) ecosystem.
• Entrepreneurship: Some graduates are supported in starting small businesses (e.g., food truck franchises or service providers).
• Skills: You will leave with over 1,800 hours of real-world work experience, making you highly marketable to other employers in the BPO and retail sectors.

The benefits of these learnerships are structured to create a “win-win-win” for the learners, the sponsoring businesses, and the broader South African economy.

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1. Key Benefits for Learners (Youth)

For unemployed youth (aged 18–35), EduPower provides a path that circumvents the “no experience, no job” trap.

• Earn While You Learn: Learners receive a monthly stipend to cover living expenses (transport and meals), making education accessible to those who cannot afford full-time tuition.

• 70/30 Practical Focus: Unlike traditional schooling, 70% of the program is spent gaining real-world work experience (often in their Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) centers), while only 30% is classroom theory.

• Guaranteed Absorption: One of EduPower’s strongest selling points is their Absorption Offer. They aim to offer full-time employment to graduates either within their own operations or through a network of partners.

• Accredited Qualifications: Learners earn a nationally recognized NQF qualification (e.g., in Business Administration or Contact Centre Operations), which is vital for long-term career mobility.

• Personal Development: Programs include “soft skills” training, such as the Enneagram for self-mastery, emotional intelligence, and workplace etiquette.

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2. Key Benefits for Employers (Sponsors)

Companies that fund these learnerships through EduPower gain significant strategic and financial advantages.

• B-BBEE Scorecard Optimization: Sponsors can earn up to 25 points for the Skills Development element. Additionally, by using EduPower’s absorption model, companies can claim 5 bonus points for placing learners into permanent roles.

• Tax Incentives (Section 12H): Businesses can claim significant tax rebates—up to R60,000 per able-bodied learner and R100,000 for learners with disabilities.

• Zero-Disruption Hosting: EduPower hosts the learners at their own facilities. This means the sponsor gets the B-BBEE and tax benefits without needing to provide desk space, computers, or daily management.

• Vetted Talent Pipeline: Employers can use the 12-month period as a “long-term interview,” choosing the top performers to join their permanent staff at the end of the program.

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3. Focus on People with Disabilities (PWD)

EduPower is a leader in inclusive development, specifically tailoring environments for learners with disabilities.

• Reasonable Accommodation: Their facilities (like the Mount Edgecombe academy) are specifically designed to be accessible.

• Specialized Mentorship: They use a “buddy system” and peer-to-peer mentoring to help PWD learners navigate the unique challenges of the workplace.

• Financial Upliftment: The higher tax rebates for PWD learnerships (R100k) allow companies to make a massive social impact while maximizing their financial return on investment (ROI).

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Summary Table: Why Choose EduPower?

Feature	EduPower Model	Traditional Training Provider
Work Experience	Real-world (live BPO campaigns)	Often simulated or theoretical only
Hosting	Fully hosted at EduPower facilities	Often requires the sponsor to host
End Goal	Guaranteed job offer/absorption	Certification only
Support	Daily coaching & soft skills	Basic facilitation

Disclaimer: Selection is subject to availability and meeting the specific criteria of the corporate sponsors funding the intake.