Our Programmes
Youth & Adult Education and TrainingProject Literacy offers programmes for adults to finish their schooling if it was interrupted for any reason. We also offer pathways to occupational training and further education training.
What we Offer
At Project Literacy, we believe in lifelong learning. Our programmes are designed to help you build skills, complete your education and achieve your goals, from short courses to full national qualifications.
ETDP SETAAccreditation No. ETDP0348
UmalusiAccreditation No. 16 AET03 00025
IEBTraining Provider No. FLC 2783
B-BBEELevel 1 Contributor
QCTOQuality Council for Trades and Occupations: occupational qualifications and part-qualifications
Dept. of Higher Education & TrainingRegistered Private College to deliver GETC ABET subjects · Reg. No. 2024/FE07/004 · Valid to 31 December 2026
Ready to start your journey?
Whether you are an individual or an organisation seeking a training partner, we would love to hear from you.
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Become an AET Practitioner
ETDP SETA · NQF 4–5 · Full qualification
Project Literacy trains adult educators leading to the award of the Adult Education and Training (AET) Practitioner qualification, quality assured by the ETDP SETA. We have trained hundreds of adult educators including our own employees and this has had a multiplier effect on our fight to eradicate illiteracy in South Africa.
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Choose a career pathway
Unit standards-based · ETDP SETA
We offer a range of unit standards-based training programmes for adult educators, all quality assured by the ETDP SETA. These include Assessor, Facilitator, Moderator, Coach and Mentor training; Financial Literacy; and Facilitate Learning in a Community Context practical qualifications that open doors across education and skills development.
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Continue your education
FLC · IEB certified · Bridging programme
Our Foundational Learning Competence (FLC) programme prepares adults who dropped out of school or have poor matric results for occupational training and lifelong learning. Certificated by the IEB, it also covers material that contributes towards several occupational qualifications, making it a strong bridge to further study and career development.
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Obtain your National Senior Certificate
ANSC · IEB & Umalusi · Second chance matric
Project Literacy offers training for the Amended National Senior Certificate (ANSC) for people who want to achieve a matric certificate but are no longer attending school. We offer training at ABET Levels 1, 2 and 3 with certificates issued by the IEB, and at NQF Level 1 for the General Education and Training Certificate, quality assured by Umalusi.
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Qualifications for ETD Practitioners
Unit standards-based programmes for educators, trainers and assessors. All quality assured by the ETDP SETA.
NQF 5
Assessor Training
Learn to conduct outcomes-based assessments of learner competence. Ideal for workplace supervisors, educators and HR practitioners involved in skills development.
NQF 6
Design and Develop Outcomes-Based Assessments
Create valid, fair and reliable assessment tools for occupational programmes. Builds on the Assessor qualification and is ideal for curriculum designers and lead assessors.
NQF 6
Moderator Training
Equips practitioners to moderate assessment decisions and ensure quality assurance within education and training programmes. Required for ETDP SETA registration.
NQF 5
Mentor Training
Develop the skills to guide, support and develop learners in workplace or community settings. Covers structured mentoring, feedback techniques and professional relationships.
NQF 5
Train-the-Trainer
Equips experienced practitioners to design, facilitate and evaluate training sessions. Focuses on adult learning principles, facilitation techniques and group management.
NQF 3
Coaching Learners
Practical one-to-one coaching skills for on-the-job training. Teaches supervisors and team leads how to coach, give feedback and support skill development in the workplace.
NQF 4
Capacity Building for Co-ordinators
Builds the operational and administrative capacity of programme co-ordinators. Covers planning, reporting, stakeholder management and learner support systems.
NQF 5
Academic Literacy Skills Workshop
Strengthens reading comprehension, academic writing and critical thinking for practitioners pursuing further education or formal qualifications at higher levels.
Full Qualifications
Full Qualifications for AET Educators
Nationally recognised qualifications registered on the NQF and quality-assured by the ETDP SETA. Completion leads to a nationally recognised certificate or diploma.
NQF 4
National Certificate in AET Practices
A foundational qualification for adult educators. Covers planning and delivery of adult learning programmes, learner support and assessment — with a minimum of 120 credits.
NQF 5
National Diploma in AET Practices
An advanced qualification building on the National Certificate. Deepens expertise in adult learning theory, programme management and quality assurance — minimum 240 credits.
NQF 4
National Diploma: ECD Practitioner
Trains adult educators to work with early childhood development and adult learners. A nationally recognised practitioner diploma quality-assured by the ETDP SETA. Also known as the National AET Practitioner qualification.
Community & Social Development
Community Development and Soft Skills Training
Practical programmes for community practitioners, social workers and development professionals working across South Africa.
NQF 4
Facilitate Learning in a Community Context
Equips practitioners to plan and deliver structured learning in community-based settings. Covers learner engagement, resource management and facilitation in informal environments.
NQF 2
Community Committees: Roles and Responsibilities
Introduces committee members to governance principles, decision-making processes and accountability. Ideal for ward committees, school governing bodies and community organisations.
NQF 3
Real-life Problem-Solving Techniques
Practical tools to identify, analyse and resolve everyday challenges in community and workplace settings. Uses real-world scenarios relevant to South African contexts.
NQF 3
Trauma Management and Counselling
Introduces trauma-informed approaches for community workers supporting survivors of violence, loss or crisis. Covers basic counselling techniques, referral pathways and self-care.
NQF 5
Children with Disabilities Qualification
Develops the knowledge and skills to support children with physical, cognitive and developmental disabilities in education and community settings. Includes inclusive practice and assistive approaches.
NQF 3
HIV/AIDS and Treatment Qualification
Comprehensive qualification covering HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment for community health workers. Includes adherence support, stigma reduction and patient education.
NQF 4
Primary Healthcare within Community
Trains community health workers to deliver basic primary healthcare services, health education and referrals. Covers maternal health, chronic disease management and community outreach.
NQF 4
Health Promotion in the Community
Equips practitioners to design and run community health promotion campaigns. Focuses on behaviour change communication, health education and working with vulnerable populations.
NQF 4
Team Problem Solving
Teaches teams to approach challenges collaboratively using structured problem-solving frameworks. Improves team cohesion, communication and decision-making in community and workplace settings.
NQF 3
Community Development Course
An introduction to community development principles and practice. Covers needs assessment, stakeholder engagement and the fundamentals of sustainable community-led development projects.
NQF 3
Disaster Management Course
Prepares community members and officials to plan for, respond to and recover from disasters. Covers risk assessment, emergency protocols and community resilience strategies.
NQF 4
Client ARV Treatment Plan Course
Trains health workers to support clients on antiretroviral therapy. Covers treatment literacy, adherence counselling, side effect management and follow-up care protocols.
NQF 4
Educate and Support Parents in Childcare
Equips community workers to run parent education programmes covering early childhood development, nutrition, stimulation and positive parenting. Supports families in under-resourced communities.
NQF 4
People with Intellectual Disabilities
Develops understanding of intellectual disabilities and equips practitioners with practical strategies to support learning, independence and inclusion for people with cognitive impairments.
NQF 2
People with Physical Disabilities
Introduces practitioners to the needs of people with physical disabilities. Covers accessibility, assistive devices, dignity in care and inclusive community participation.
NQF 4
Frail Care and Geriatrics
Prepares caregivers to work with elderly and frail patients. Covers personal care, mobility support, chronic condition management, nutrition and dignity-centred care practices.
NQF 4
English Communication and Public Speaking
Builds confidence in spoken English and public communication. Ideal for community workers, committee members and anyone who needs to present, report or speak in professional settings.
NQF 5
Offline Communication Skills
Focuses on effective face-to-face and non-digital communication. Covers active listening, conflict resolution, written communication and interpersonal skills for the workplace and community.
NQF 2
Maths Literacy & Basic Statistics
A practical introduction to numeracy, data interpretation and basic statistical concepts. Designed for adults who need to work with numbers in community, health or workplace environments.
NQF 3
Basic Computer Skills
An entry-level introduction to computers, internet, email and basic productivity tools. Builds digital confidence for first-time computer users in community and workplace contexts.
NQF 2
Dynamic Leadership
An introductory course on leadership styles, motivation and team building. Suitable for emerging leaders in community organisations, schools and workplaces.
NQF 4
Fundamentals of Management
Covers the core principles of planning, organising, leading and controlling in a management context. Practical and accessible for newly appointed managers and supervisors.
NQF 4
Supervisory Development
Builds the skills of frontline supervisors to manage teams, handle performance issues and communicate effectively with both staff and management in diverse work environments.
Entrepreneurship & Soft Skills
Other Soft Skills Courses
Practical skills training for entrepreneurs, community members and individuals looking to build financial literacy, start a business or improve their employment prospects.
NQF 5
SMME Skills Training
A 4-day capacity building programme that mentors and grooms participants into skilled entrepreneurs. Covers business planning, marketing, financial management and formalising a small business.
NQF 5
Establish a Community Resource Project
Guides participants through identifying community needs and establishing a sustainable resource project. Covers project planning, stakeholder buy-in, resource mobilisation and basic governance.
NQF 1
Plan and Manage Personal Finances
An accessible introduction to personal budgeting, saving and financial goal-setting. Designed for adults with limited prior financial knowledge who want to take control of their money.
BankSETA
Financial Literacy Course
A tried and tested programme developed on behalf of the BankSETA. 32 hours of learning covering budgeting, banking, credit, saving and consumer rights — offered as four full days or eight half-day sessions.
NQF 1–3
Managing HIV/AIDS in the Workplace and Community
For HR managers, shop stewards, SDFs and community practitioners. Covers workplace policy, managing disclosure, stigma reduction and supporting affected employees. Requires minimum AET Level 2 / Grade 5 English.
Self-paced
Basic Skills Series
Self-help workbooks covering Rights at Work, Job Hunting, Basic Banking, Budgeting, Childcare, Safety and more. Suitable for individual or facilitated group learning in community settings.