Chapter Name: Skills Development Act, 1998 (SDA)
Description:Establishes a framework for improving skills through learnerships and training initiatives aligned with national strategies.
Purpuse:To facilitate learning and upskilling of the workforce to improve productivity and employment.
Rational:Supports sustainable economic growth by addressing skills shortages and youth unemployment.
Chapters Topics
Purpose of the Skills Development Act, 97 of 1998
Explores the purpose of the Skills Development Act, which aims to improve the skills of South Africa’s workforce by supporting training and development initiatives in various sectors.
Legislated Training Reports
This topic focuses on the requirement for businesses to submit training reports to the relevant authorities, documenting their skills development activities.
Learnerships and Skills Programmes
Discusses the concept of learnerships and skills programs, which combine theoretical learning with practical experience, enabling workers to gain valuable skills and qualifications.
The role of Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA)
Explains the role of SETAs in promoting skills development, managing learnerships, and allocating funds to support training initiatives across various industries.