Struggling to Find Skills Training? Have You Registered Your CV on SETA Platforms Yet?

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Have You Registered Your CV on SETA Platforms

If you’re sitting at home with your Matric, maybe a few short courses, and you’re wondering “How do I actually get started with a learnership?” — you’re not alone. One of the best things you can do right now is register your CV on a SETA database.

It doesn’t cost you anything, and it puts your name out there for real training and work opportunities.

Here’s a straight-to-the-point breakdown of how it works.

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What’s a SETA Anyway?

SETA stands for Sector Education and Training Authority. In simple terms, they’re government-funded bodies that help people (especially youth) get trained for specific industries — like agriculture, ICT, engineering, construction, and more.

If you’ve ever seen a post about a learnership or internship funded by a SETA, that’s what this is all about. Every sector has its own SETA. For example:

AGRISETA – Agriculture
MICT SETA – IT and Communication
MERSETA – Manufacturing and Engineering
CETA – Construction
HWSETA – Health and Social Services

They connect people like you with companies offering real training programmes.

Why Should You Register?

Because without a profile on their system, you’re basically invisible. When companies want to take on interns or learners, they go through these SETA databases to find candidates. If your name isn’t there — you’re missing out.

Registering your CV gives you access to:

Learnerships
Internships
Skills programmes
Apprenticeships

All these are funded. That means you get trained, gain experience, and sometimes even earn a small stipend.

What You’ll Need Before You Start

Here’s what you should prepare before jumping online:

Certified ID
Matric certificate (or your latest results)
A short CV
Proof of address
Any other certificates you’ve earned (even short courses count)

How to Register Your CV on a SETA Platform (Step-by-Step)

Let’s walk you through the process. Most SETAs have a similar system.

Step 1: Visit the SETA Website

Go to the website of the SETA you want to register with. For example:

www.mict.org.za for MICT SETA
www.merseta.org.za for MERSETA
www.agriseta.co.za for AGRISETA

(Just search the name of the SETA + “register CV” if you’re not sure.)

Step 2: Create a Profile

You’ll need to sign up with:

Your name and surname
South African ID number
Cellphone and email
A password

Step 3: Upload Your CV and Documents

Make sure everything is clear, neat, and correctly named. Upload:

Your CV
ID copy
Matric/qualifications
Any short course certificates
Proof of residence (sometimes optional)

Step 4: Complete Your Profile Info

They’ll ask about your:

Subjects you passed in school
Career interests
Location
Whether you’ve done any previous training or work

Don’t leave any sections blank. The more complete your profile, the better.

Quick CV Tips (Keep it Simple)

Don’t overthink it. Use a basic format:

Contact details
A short summary
Education
Work/volunteer experience
Skills (like computer literacy, communication, teamwork)

Keep it to one or two pages. No need for fancy designs.

What Happens After You Register?

Now you wait — but not forever. Keep checking your email or SMSes in case you’re shortlisted for a programme.

Also, update your profile every time you finish something new, like:

A short course
A volunteer programme
Work experience

And if you move or change your phone number, make sure your profile reflects that.

Final Words

Registering your CV on a SETA database won’t guarantee you a job — but it massively increases your chances. Most learnerships are only open to people who are already in the system.

So don’t wait until the opportunity shows up. Get ahead of it. Register, stay active, and keep applying.

Your career doesn’t start when someone hires you. It starts the day you decide to show up for yourself.