Accredited skills development for individuals and companies
We believe that training is more than just the certificate you receive at the end. Training is about making a measurable difference in the lives of individuals and the organisations they work in. Our skills development solutions are affordably provided to help both you and your business reap the rewards of empowerment.
As an accredited skills development provider under with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO), Charter Academy offers a comprehensive selection of recognised courses focussed on empowerment and development of key skills.
Our courses are quality assured and recognised by all South African education regulators and include qualifications in the financial, real estate and corporate sectors – all designed and delivered to bring about measurable growth in skill and drive transformation in the companies we work with.
Need a skills development solution for your business?
Our highly trained and experienced Skills Development Facilitators provide the following key services:
A best-fit training plan
Through consultation with key stakeholders in your business we design, implement and execute an Employee Training programme that’s customised to fit your business’ unique operational requirements while delivering on objectives and outcomes.
Your Skills Development claim
We’ll support you in the development of your Workplace Skills Plan and annual training reports. We also assist you in claiming mandatory grants from the relevant SETA, lodging claims and accessing development levies and rebates.
Learnership design and delivery
Through the delivery of learnerships, your business becomes eligible for the full tax incentives as outlined in Section 12H of the Income Tax Act: Allows a tax rebate of R80 000 per able-bodied learner and R120 000 per disabled learner.
Explore our accredited programmes
Explore our accredited programmes for a qualification that best suits your sector and empowerment requirements.
The Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has made it mandatory that all aspirant estate agents must be found competent in the Occupational Certificate: Real Estate Agent NQF4 SAQA ID 118714 in order to operate as Real Estate Agents.
This qualification is a pre-requisite for:
Admission to the professional exam for estate agents, conducted by the PPRA, entitling the candidate to be registered as a non-principal estate agent.
The Higher Occupational Certificate: Principal Real Estate Agent NQF level 5 in which will allow holders to run and manage their own agencies.
Who Qualifies for the course
Aspiring Real Estate Agents: People aiming to enter the real estate sector and obtain their real estate license in South Africa.
Current Real Estate Practitioners: Those already employed in the industry who are seeking formal certification to meet legal requirements and improve their professional skills and knowledge.
Entry Requirements
Grade 11 or NQF Level 3 (Competency in the English language and Mathematical Literacy.
Duration
The program runs for 12 months subdivided into 6 months of learning for Knowledge and Practical Modules followed by 6 months of Workplace Modules at an agency.
Classes are held at least once a week, with potential adjustments advised by the facilitator.
Cost
R11 500,00 paid in with the option of payment in 4 instalments.
Recognition of Prior Learning: Real Estate (NQF 5)
Course Overview
This qualification builds on the knowledge acquired in the NQF 4 and is a pre-requisite to become a fully qualified Principle agent in the Property and Real Estate industry.
The course covers everything from business management and administration to marketing, human resources, ethics, legal, work supervision, data storage and finance, and gives you the choice of specialising in Property Management, Real Estate Practice or Valuation. It equips you with the skills to supervise or manage a team of agents, estate agency or property company.
The National Certificate in Real Estate NQF Level 5 allows those in formal education and those already employed in the Property and Real Estate industry to work towards a nationally recognised Qualification, which has now become mandatory.
Entry Requirements
Learners accessing this Qualification, will have demonstrated achievement of outcomes in Property and Real Estate Qualification – National Certificate in Property Practice at NQF Level 4 or equivalent.
Learners accessing this Qualification will have demonstrated achievement of outcomes in Language/communication and Mathematics/numeracy at NQF level 4 or equivalent.
Accredited Training for Banking
National Certificate in Banking (NQF 5)
Course Overview
The primary purpose of this qualification is to introduce learners to the field of banking. It explores general banking concepts, including the banking regulatory environment, sales and marketing strategies, financial management and investment products.
It is fast becoming a pre-requisite in banks, insurance providers and medical aid insurers. It is a qualification certain to get you hired. It further has the purpose of providing benefits to society and the economy by enhancing citizenship, increasing social and economic productivity through skilled professionals, and redressing the legacies of inequity.
This qualification is a ideal for:
This qualification is suitable for persons wanting to work in the Financial Services Sector and those that are already employed in the sector. It can also be attained in the RPL format for those with experience but without the qualification.
Who Qualifies for the course
Aspiring Real Estate Agents: People aiming to enter the real estate sector and obtain their real estate license in South Africa.
Current Real Estate Practitioners: Those already employed in the industry who are seeking formal certification to meet legal requirements and improve their professional skills and knowledge.
Entry Requirements
Matric and /or Experience in the Banking industry.
A combination of competencies obtained in the Further Education and Training band will serve as a learning base to progress to the level 5 qualification.
Duration
The program runs for 12 months subdivided into 6 months of learning for Knowledge and Practical Modules followed by 6 months of Workplace Modules at an employer.
Classes are held at least once a week, with potential adjustments advised by the facilitator.
National Certificate in Generic Banking Management (NQF 5)
Course Overview
This qualification forms part of a learning pathway of management qualifications across various sectors and industries. It is specifically designed to develop management competencies required by learners in any occupation, particularly those who manage first line managers within the customer service department in the banking or Financial services sector.
The qualification further develops the key concepts, principles and practices of management that will enable learners to lead, manage, organise and control first line managers and team leaders. The scope of generic management covers five domains: leadership, managing the environment, managing relations, managing knowledge and the practice of management.
Entry Requirements
Communication at NQF Level 4
Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4
Computer Literacy at NQF Level 4
English proficiency
Duration
The program runs for 12 months subdivided into 6 months of learning for Knowledge and Practical Modules followed by 6 months of Workplace Modules at an employer.
Accredited Training for Business
National Certificate in Business Administration Services NQF 3)
Course Overview
Successful businesses require administrators to communicate information effectively between customers, employees and managers. It is essential that administrators can confidently make decisions, organise resources and information, and direct activities towards common goals.
This qualification provides the knowledge, skills and values needed for excellent administration.
It involves the management of an organisation through a team of dedicated key players who all have one common goal – the successful growth of the organisation.
The core component contains competencies in Information Handling, Communications, Enterprise/Customer Service, Technology, Organisation Skills, Self-development, Teamwork and Business Policies and Procedures. The elective component allows the learner to gain specialist knowledge, skills and insight in the areas of Reception, Executive Administration, Financial Services and Banking, Legal Administration and Human Resources.
This qualification is ideal for:
Where previously disadvantaged, unable to complete their schooling and therefore unable to access Further Education training.
Have experience but no qualifications – such learners can achieve the qualification through the Recognition of Prior Learning method.
Wish to extend their range of skills and knowledge of administration within their respective industries so that they can extend their competency levels.
Entry Requirements
Communication at NQF Level 3
Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3
Computer Literacy at NQF Level 3
English proficiency
Duration
The program runs for 12 months subdivided into 6 months of learning for Knowledge and Practical Modules followed by 6 months of Workplace Modules at an agency.
National Certificate in Business Management (NQF 4)
Course Overview
Administrators perform a key function connecting personnel and knowledge, and they need to be able to write articulately, problem solve, manage relationships as well as understand legal and business policies.
This qualification develops knowledge and skills in the management of records, comprehension of written and verbal texts, business writing, problem solving, ethics, cultural awareness, self-management and self-development, project teamwork and business policies and procedures.
Through its elective component, the qualification enables the learner to specialize in areas of administration such as reception, executive administration, financial literacy, relationship management, legal knowledge, communication, project administration and support, call centre administration and human resources.
This qualification is ideal for:
This Qualification is for any individual involved in the Administration function within any industry, non-commercial venture or organisation as well as unemployed individuals who wish to enhance their job prospects.
Entry Requirements
Communication at NQF Level 3
Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3
Computer Literacy at NQF Level 3
English proficiency
National Certificate in Generic Management (NQF 4)
Course Overview
Laying the foundation for the development of management skills and competencies across various sectors and industries, this qualification introduces key terms, rules, concepts, principles and practices of management that enable learners to be smart effective managers in any occupation. The scope of management covers leadership, self and most importantly, facilitates a positive response to the challenging economic environment and changing world of work.
It has been developed to enable managers or prospective managers to access higher education and provide flexible access to life-long learning. It is intended for junior managers including team leaders, supervisors, foremen and section heads.
Entry Requirements
Communication at NQF Level 3.
Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3
Computer Literacy at NQF Level 3.
English proficiency
Duration
The program runs for 12 months subdivided into 6 months of learning for Knowledge and Practical Modules followed by 6 months of Workplace Modules at an employer.
National Certificate in Generic Management (NQF 5)
Course Overview
This qualification forms part of a learning pathway of management qualifications across various sectors and industries. It is specifically designed to develop management competencies required by learners in any occupation, particularly those who manage first line managers. The qualification further develops the key concepts, principles and practices of management that will enable learners to lead, manage, organise and control first line managers and team leaders. The scope of generic management covers five domains: leadership, managing the environment, managing relations, managing knowledge and the practice of management.
Entry Requirements
Learners must be competent in communication at NQF level 4 and mathematical literacy at NQF level 4. (This is generally proven through a National Senior Certificate or equivalent.)
Duration
The program runs for 12 months subdivided into 6 months of learning for Knowledge and Practical Modules followed by 6 months of Workplace Modules at an employer.
Occupational Certificate in Project Management (NQF 5)
Course Overview
The programme is designed to prepare learners to operate as Project Managers. The learners will be able to apply skills and knowledge of project management to achieve project objectives in a specific field of application.
The skills and knowledge acquired by the learners will enable them to work as Project Managers in a variety of fields, from Information and Communication Technology, Human Resources, Advertising, Marketing, Construction and more. The learners will acquire these skills and knowledge through knowledge, practical and workplace modules.
This qualification is ideal for:
The qualification is intended for anyone who is working or entering the workplace in the area of Project Management.
Entry Requirements
Communication at NQF level 4
Mathematical Literacy at NQF level 4
Duration
The program runs for 24 months subdivided into 6 months of learning for Knowledge and Practical Modules followed by 6 months of Workplace Modules at an employer.
Accredited Training for Entrepreneurs
National Certificate in New Venture Creation (NQF 2)
Course Overview
This qualification takes learners through the process of starting a new venture, acquiring customers, as well as how to manage their new venture through its growth and maturity stages. It covers critical issues when starting a new venture, such as developing a business plan, identifying strengths, weaknesses and threats as well as viability and innovation. It’s designed for learners who intend to set up or have already set up own ventures, capitalising on the opportunity to grow a sustainable business that forms part of the mainstream economy.
Entry Requirements
Communication at NQF level 1
Mathematical Literacy at NQF L 1
National Certificate in New Venture Creation (NQF 4)
Course Overview
This qualification is designed to provide entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs in the small, medium and micro enterprise (SMME) sector with the technical, business, managerial and personal skills to create and sustain a business. It provides a sound foundation, offering practical and theoretical training that equips the learner with the competencies and skills to participate in the SMME sector. The qualification meets the needs of South African society to provide potential entrepreneurs with skills to improve their personal circumstances and to uplift their communities.
Entry Requirements
Communication at NQF Level 3
Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3
Computer Literacy at NQF Level 3
English proficiency
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