Are you a young South African looking to kick-start your career in the financial services or healthcare sector? Discovery Health is giving unemployed youth a chance to gain both formal education and practical workplace experience through its Long Term Insurance Learnership Programme 2025. This opportunity is your gateway into one of South Africa’s top financial institutions — and it could be your first step toward a future in insurance, client service, or healthcare administration.
What is the Discovery Learnership Programme?
The Discovery Long Term Insurance Learnership Programme offers a unique blend of theory and real-world experience. Learners will complete the Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Long Term Insurance – NQF Level 4, a nationally recognized qualification.
Throughout the programme, participants are exposed to Discovery’s fast-paced work environment, particularly in divisions such as:
- Call Centre Operations
- Medical Aid Client Services
- Claims Administration
- New Business Processing
- Health Benefits and Policy Administration
This hands-on training equips you with valuable industry skills and a professional mindset that can open doors to future employment opportunities.
Who Can Apply?
Discovery is looking for vibrant, motivated youth who are currently unemployed and not enrolled in any other education or learnership programmes. To be eligible, you must meet the following criteria:
Educational Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric) Certificate is a must
- Mathematics: Minimum Level 4 (50%)
- English: Minimum Level 4 (50%)
- Maths Literacy: Minimum Level 5 (60%)
- Second Language: Minimum Level 4 (50%)
- An incomplete tertiary qualification will be an added advantage
Additional Criteria:
- Must be between 18 and 25 years old
- Must be unemployed and not studying full-time
- Must not have completed or participated in any other learnership before
- Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal)
- Computer literacy, especially in MS Excel and MS Outlook
Why Choose Discovery?
Joining Discovery means stepping into a culture of innovation and excellence. Learners don’t just earn a qualification — they gain meaningful experience while receiving ongoing support.
Benefits Include:
- Structured mentorship from experienced professionals
- Hands-on work exposure in high-performance teams
- Monthly stipend for the duration of the programme
- Opportunity to grow within Discovery or the broader insurance industry
This programme is ideal for young people who are serious about building a long-term career in client services, insurance, or healthcare administration.
How to Apply
To apply, prepare the following documents:
- Your updated CV
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Certified Matric certificate
- Any additional supporting documentation
When you’re ready, use one of the official application links below to apply for your preferred location:
Apply Online:
Note: Application closing date has not been specified. Submit your application as soon as possible to be considered.
Conclusion
The Discovery Health Long Term Insurance Learnership Programme 2025 is more than just a qualification — it’s a stepping stone to a better future. If you’re a young, eager, and unemployed South African ready to dive into the working world, don’t let this opportunity pass you by.
Build your skills. Shape your career. Start with Discovery.