For many college graduates, one major hurdle stands in the way of getting a diploma or landing a real job: experience. That’s where Mthashana TVET College steps in — with a powerful, fully funded Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme made possible through its partnership with CATHSSETA.
If you’ve completed your N6 qualification or NCV Level 4 in Tourism Management or Hospitality Management, this could be the final push you need to move from graduate to employed professional.
Closing Date: 31 July 2025
Programme Sponsor: Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality, and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA)
Why This WIL Programme Is a Game Changer
Let’s face it — getting a diploma without work experience often feels like a catch-22. You can’t get hired without experience, and you can’t get experience without being hired. That’s exactly why this initiative was created.
Through structured workplace placements, the WIL Programme bridges that gap, helping you:
- Complete the work-based learning requirement for your diploma
- Gain meaningful industry experience
- Improve your confidence and technical skills
- Boost your chances of landing a job in your chosen field
All placements are fully funded by CATHSSETA, which means you’ll receive the support you need throughout your in-service training or work exposure.
Programme Options and Eligibility
This year’s WIL programme includes three key opportunities — tailored to where you are in your studies:
Tourism Management: In-Service Training (30 Positions)
- Eligibility: N6 certificate in Tourism Management
- Duration: 18 months
- Focus: Completing the required practical training for diploma qualification
- Experience Areas: Travel planning, event coordination, visitor centre operations, customer service
- Placement Sites: Tourism companies, visitor centres, and related organizations
Hospitality Management: In-Service Training (20 Positions)
- Eligibility: N6 certificate in Hospitality Management
- Duration: 18 months
- Focus: Fulfilling the workplace training component of your diploma
- Experience Areas: Hotel operations, food and beverage service, front desk duties, guest relations
NCV Level 4 Graduates: Workplace Exposure (Tourism and Hospitality)
- Eligibility: Completed NCV Level 4 in relevant fields
- Duration: 6 months
- Focus: Early-stage workplace learning to build industry readiness
- Outcome: Prepares you for further studies or future employment through entry-level exposure
How to Apply
Interested applicants must ensure they meet the academic and programme-specific requirements. To apply, prepare the following:
- A detailed, up-to-date CV
- Certified copies of your academic records
- A short motivation letter explaining why you want to join the programme
Email your application to:
Mrs. Nandipha Zulu at applications@mthashana.edu.za
Make sure everything is submitted before the deadline on 31 July 2025.
More Than Just a Training Opportunity
This programme is more than a box to tick on your diploma checklist — it’s your springboard into the professional world. By gaining hands-on experience and learning directly from industry practitioners, you’ll be better prepared for what the job market demands.
More importantly, you’ll begin building a network — one that could connect you with permanent employment opportunities after your training.
A Partnership That’s Driving Real Change
This collaboration between Mthashana TVET College and CATHSSETA is a model for how education and government can join forces to support youth, empower communities, and drive economic transformation across South Africa.
If you’re serious about building your future in tourism or hospitality, this WIL programme could be your ideal starting point.