Goldfields TVET College courses, application, prospectus, contacts
Goldfields TVET College is a public institute of higher learning situated in Free State Province, Lejweleputswa District, South Africa. It serves the five local municipalities: Tswelopele, Nala, Masilonyana, Tokologo, and Matjhabeng. Below are the Goldfields TVET College courses and fees.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Key takeaways
- Goldfields TVET College courses and requirements 2025
- Goldfields TVET College online application 2025
- Which colleges are open for application?
- Which province is Goldfields TVET College?
- Are TVET Qualifications recognized by SAQA?
- What are NATED Programs/Report 191?
- Where can I find Goldfields TVET college vacancies?
- The Goldfields TVET College Welkom Campus student portal
- Goldfields TVET College contact details
- What are the courses offered by TVET?
- Which course is the best to study at TVET College?
- How to apply for TVET courses?
Key takeaways
- Goldfields TVET College courses are in three categories: NATED courses, National Certificate Vocational (NCV) and occupational courses.
- Applications for the 2026 academic year will open on 1 September 2025 and close on 30 September 2025.
- Online applications are made through the Goldfields College student portal.
Goldfields TVET College courses and requirements 2025
The institution offers a wide range of programmes that are in tune with the skills sought by employers. They vary in duration and amount. Here is a list of some of the college's courses under different fields.
1. National Certificate Vocational (NCV) courses
With these courses, the learner will gain a broad range of knowledge and practical skills required in various industries. The learning duration is usually three years, with the minimum admission requirement being Grade 9. Courses offered under this category include the following.
Business studies
- Finance, Economics and Accounting
- Hospitality NCV
- Marketing
- Office Admin
- Tourism Management
- Transport and Logistics
Engineering Studies
- Civil Engineering and Building Construction
- Drawing Office Practice
- Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Engineering and Related Design
- Information Technology and Computer Science
2. NATED/Report 191 courses
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Students will have 18 months of theoretical studies at the institution and 18 months of relevant practical application in workplaces. The minimum admission requirement is Grade 9 for N1 and Grade 12 for N4.
The following are Goldfields TVET College NATED courses.
Business Studies
- Business Management
- Educare
- Financial Management
- Human Resource
- Management Assistant
- Marketing Management
Engineering Studies
- Electrical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
3. Occupational programmes
Goldfields TVET College offers the following occupational courses.
Short Skills
- Bricklaying
- Carpentry
- Community development
- Electrical
- Painting
- Plastering
- Plumbing
- Welding
- Young Leadership Development Program
Learnerships
- Building and Civil Construction Level 3
- Community House Building Level 2
- Construction Roadworks Level 2
- Early Childhood Development Level 4 and Level 5
- End-User-Computing Level 3
- Occupationally Directed Education and Training Development Practices Level 5
- Public Administration Level 4
- School Business Administrations Level 5
- Welding Applications and Practices Level 2
Apprenticeships
- Boiler
- Electrical under Skills Development Practitioner (SDP)
- Hairdressing ARPL under Trade Test Centre (TTC)
- Plumbing
- Welding
4. Centre for Entrepreneurship
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The centre was founded in 2017 and is located at Tosa Campus. It was designed to help young people focus on being job creators rather than job seekers. The centre targets the following groups.
- Local Youth SMMEs and informal traders
- N3 to N6 electrical engineering students
- NCV Level 4 electrical engineering students
- Unemployed alumnus
- Unemployed dropouts
Requirements for applicants
When applying for Goldfields TVET College courses, one must produce copies of various documents. Here is a quick look.
- A certified copy of the latest results
- A certified copy of the applicant’s Identity Document
- A valid study permit for any international applicant
- All foreign applicants must provide an evaluation of their results by SAQA
- A valid email address is required
- A working phone number
- Proof of address
Goldfields TVET College prospectus 2025
The Goldfields TVET College courses pdf is the institution's prospectus. It contains the institution's mission, vision, courses, admission requirements, and campuses. Please note that the current prospectus on the tertiary institution's website is their 2023 prospectus.
Goldfields TVET College online application 2025
Like most TVET colleges in South Africa, admission for the 2025 academic year was in September 2024. Applications opened on 1st September 2024 and closed on 30th September 2024. For the 2026 academic year, prepare to apply in September 2025.
Before filling out the application forms, all prospective students will be required to do a compulsory screening which will suggest a course that the applicant could do.
Applicants will be asked to sign an acknowledgement if they prefer to make their own choice outside of the placement screening report.
How do I apply to Goldfields TVET College?
Here is how to apply to the Goldfields TVET College.
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- Visit the Goldfields TVET College student portal.
- Start by selecting the course you intend to pursue
- You will then be asked to choose whether you are a new or returning student
- Select ‘create a new account.’
- The on-screen prompt will guide you through the registration process.
- You will be asked to choose your preferred campus and mode of study.
- Once the application is complete, click on submit.
Which colleges are open for application?
Here is a look at the colleges in Free State and Gauteng provinces that are still accepting applications for the second semester.
- Central Johannesburg TVET College
- Ekurhuleni East TVET College
- Ekurhuleni West TVET College
- Flavius Mareka TVET College
- Goldfields TVET College
- Maluti TVET College
- Motheo TVET College
- Sedibeng TVET College
- South West Gauteng TVET College
- Tshwane North TVET College
- Tshwane South TVET College
Which province is Goldfields TVET College?
The institution is located in the Free State Province, Lejweleputswa District, in the Matjhabeng Local Municipality, Welkom.
Are TVET Qualifications recognized by SAQA?
Yes. The South African Qualifications Authority fully recognizes these certifications.
What are NATED Programs/Report 191?
NATED programmes refer to the Formal Technical College Instructional Programmes in the RSA. These courses typically consist of 18 months of theoretical studies at various institutions, followed by another 18 months of practical application.
Where can I find Goldfields TVET college vacancies?
The college occasionally has job vacancies in various positions. These are usually posted on the careers page of the institution’s website. Here, interested applicants will find the available jobs, job descriptions, requirements, application guides, and other relevant information.
The Goldfields TVET College Welkom Campus student portal
The institution’s student portal allows students to access a wide range of learning and revision materials and collaborate with lecturers and other students. New students are required to register on the portal signup page.
After providing their identification type, an ID number, and creating a password, the system will assign them the Goldfields TVET College login credentials.
Goldfields TVET College contact details
Here is a look at the Goldfields TVET College address and other different ways one can contact the institution.
Head Office
- Location: 36 Buren Street, Flamingo Park, Welkom, 9459
- Telephone: 057-910 6000
- Email: admin@goldfieldstvet.edu.za
Welkom Campus
- Location: Cnr Toronto Rd and Petrus Bosch, Welkom, 9459
- Telephone: 057-910 1600
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Tosa Campus
- Location: 14107 Ndaki Street, Thabong, 9463
- Telephone: 057-910 6700
Skills Academy
- Location: 2 11th Street, Voorspoed, Welkom, 9460
- Telephone: 057-439 0931
Meloding Satellite
- Location: 749 Khotso Street, Meloding, Virginia, 9430
- Telephone: 079 454 5342
What are the courses offered by TVET?
TVET institutions offer a diverse array of programs, including diplomas and certificates in fields such as engineering, business, and technology. These programs are designed to equip students with practical, hands-on skills for the job market.
Which course is the best to study at TVET College?
There are many excellent courses to study at TVET colleges including Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Hospitality and Tourism and more.
How to apply for TVET courses?
To apply, visit the TVET College's website and click on "Apply". You will be redirected to the student portal. Follow the prompts to complete your application.
Goldfields TVET College courses are made of: NATED courses (also known as Report 191 courses), National Certificate Vocational Level 2 – 4, and occupational courses. The occupational courses are in the form of learnerships and apprenticeships. Find the right fit and kick off your career.
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