Lephalale TVET College overview: Courses, application process, and more
Lephalale TVET College is a top learning institution offering vocational and occupational qualifications in areas such as engineering, business administration and hospitality. The school aims to combat poverty and unemployment by equipping learners with market-ready skills.
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Key takeaways
- Located in the Limpopo province of South Africa, Lephalale TVET College operates across two campuses (Modimolle and Lephalale).
- The college is phasing out the N1-N3 levels of NATED programmes in accordance with the national changes implemented by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
- Lephalale TVET College has partnered with the ETDP SETA, which is mandated to ensure that the courses offered are relevant to the labour market.
- The institution allows students from low-income households to apply for NSFAS funding to cover expenses such as tuition, accommodation and learning materials.
What courses are offered at Lephalale TVET College?
Lephalale TVET College offers National Certificate Vocational (NCV) programmes integrating practical experience and Report 191 (NATED) courses for advanced technical qualifications. Here is a breakdown of the courses available at the school:
National Certificate Vocational courses
NCV programmes focus on providing workplace-based skill sets in various in-demand career fields in South Africa.
The national certificate is offered at NQF Levels 2, 3 and 4. Grade 9, 10, 11 pass certificate or equivalent (ABET Certificate or NQF 1 Certificate) is the minimum requirement to apply for an NCV course.
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Mechanical engineering (Fitting & Turning, Fabrication)
These are 3-year courses that include workshop practice or simulation. Visit the institution’s official website for specific entry requirements. Below are the fundamental subjects for each level:
Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
Mathematics | Mathematics | Mathematics |
Life Orientation | Life Orientation | Life Orientation |
English first additional | English first additional | English first additional language |
Fitting & Turning | Fitting & Turning | Fitting & Turning |
Engineering technology | Engineering practice and maintenance | Engineering process |
Engineering systems | Engineering graphics and design | Applied Engineering Technology |
Engineering Fundamentals | Materials Technology | Professional Engineering Practice |
General Studies (Hospitality)
The prospective student must have passed Grade 9 or higher or have an NQF Level 1 qualification. Here is the curriculum composition:
Level | Subject |
2,3,4 | - Mathematical literacy - Life Orientation - English first additional language - Hospitality service - Food preparation - Client service and human relations - Hospitality generics |
Electrical engineering (Electrical infrastructure construction)
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Learners with a certification from an approved bridging programme can apply for this course. The fundamental subjects include:
Level | Subject |
2,3,4 | - Mathematical literacy - Life Orientation - English first additional language - Workshop practice - Electrical principles and practice - Electrical systems and construction - Electrical control and digital electronics |
Business Studies (Office Administration)
This programme enables students to experience workplace situations during their studies. Applicants can access NQF Level 2 if they have a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) assessment certification.
Level | Subject |
2,3,4 | - Mathematical literacy - Life Orientation - English first additional language - Office Data Processing - Office Practice - Business Practice - New Venture Creation |
Report 191 (NATED) courses
Lephalale TVET College offers NATED courses in business studies and engineering. The general entry requirement is a Grade 12 certificate (matric).
However, the school is progressively phasing out these programmes to create new occupational ones from the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).
Business Studies (Management Assistant)
This course consists of three semesters. Upon completion of the programme, the learner is required to undergo 18 months of appropriate experiential training to qualify for the National Diploma. Below are the four subjects for each level:
NATED REPORT 191/ N4 | NATED REPORT 191/ N5 | NATED REPORT 191/ N6 |
Computer Practice | Computer Practice | Computer Practice |
Communication | Communication | Communication |
Office Practice | Office Practice | Office Practice |
Information Processing OR Introductory Information Processing | Information Processing | Information Processing |
Engineering (Electrical)
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This course consists of three trimesters per level. Upon completion of the programme, the learner is required to undergo 24 months of appropriate experiential training to qualify for the National Diploma. The curriculum composition is as follows:
Level | Subject |
NATED REPORT 191/ N4-N6 | - Mathematics - Electrotechnics - Power Machines - Industrial Electronics |
Mechanical engineering
Admission requirements for this course include NCV Level 4 in Engineering Related Design or N3 Mechanical Engineering with all four subjects. Each level has four modules:
Level | Subject |
NATED REPORT 191/ N4-N6 | - Mathematics - Strength of Materials and Structures - Power Machines - Mechanical Draughting OR Mechanotechnics OR Mechanical Drawing |
Lephalale TVET College application process
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The school’s application process is entirely online via the Coltech student portal. Here is a step-by-step guide for a seamless process:
Documentation: All South African eligible students must have copies of their ID, latest results and proof of residence. International students must submit a copy of their passport, a valid study permit, proof of residence and proof of medical cover.
Career guidance exploration: Complete the pre-entry assessments to determine which course best suits your qualifications.
Placement Assessment: Log back into your profile and complete the required literacy and numeracy tests, as well as the career selection assessments.
Online Application: To complete your submission, fill out the application form and upload all the required documentation.
Status check: Applicants can track their progress on the student portal. The school will notify successful learners via email or SMS after the application window closes.
Where is Lephalale TVET College located?
Lephalale TVET College’s central office is located at its Lephalale campus, situated at Cnr Nelson Mandela Drive & Ramatlhodi Rd, Lephalale, 0555.
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The contact number is 014 7632 252. Opening hours are Monday to Friday (8:00 am to 4:00 pm). Here are the location and contact details for the institution’s second campus and skill centre:
School | Physical address | Tel No |
Modimolle Campus | LeGrant Building, Nelson Mandela Drive, Modimolle, 0510 | 014 7173 807 |
Bela-Bela Skill Centre | Commando Building, Van Der Merwe Street, Bela-Bela 0480 | 014 7534 900 |
FAQs
Lephalale TVET College’s mission is to help create a lasting solution to illiteracy and inequality through the provision of technical and vocational skills required in the labour market. Below are some frequently asked questions about the school:
Is Lephalale TVET College public or private?
The TVET college is a government-funded institution. Once accepted into the program, disadvantaged learners can apply for NSFAS funding.
What are Lephalale TVET College fees?
Lephalale TVET College does not publicly list its specific fees on its website. Contact the school or visit them in person for up-to-date information regarding pricing and courses. Follow them on Facebook for more updates.
Which TVET college offers engineering in South Africa?
Several TVET colleges in Mzansi offer engineering programmes. They include Flavius Mareka TVET College, Majuba TVET College and Capricorn TVET College, among others.
Final word
Lephalale TVET College remains a key player in South Africa’s education sector. The school offers quality-approved and accredited programmes, such as NATED and NCV courses, to equip learners with the skills needed for national development.
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