Gem-Meg Training

Accredited and Non-Credit-Bearing Courses

Gem-Meg Training offers Accredited Full & Part Qualifications, Accredited Short Courses and Non-Credit-Bearing (NCB) courses in healthcare, home-based care, social work, early childhood development, occupational health & safety, computer skills and more — designed to enhance your employability and career prospects. Some non-credit-bearing courses can also be taken as preparation for future Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) against accredited qualifications.

Social Auxiliary Worker (SAW)

The NQF Level 5 Social Auxiliary Worker (SAW) qualification (12 months) prepares learners to provide basic counselling and support, facilitate community development, and work alongside social workers and healthcare professionals. Accredited full qualification.

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Home Based Personal Care Worker

Provide supervised care and support to patients and household members in the home. This NQF Level 3 Home Based Personal Care Worker qualification (12 months) equips learners to assess, plan and deliver holistic care. Accredited full qualification.

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Early Childhood Development (ECD)

Prepares learners to support young children's early learning, care and development. Accredited full qualification, with a shorter Early Childhood Caregiver short course also available.

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OHS Bundle (11 Skills Programmes)

A bundle of 11 accredited Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) skills programmes covering workplace health, safety and compliance essentials. Accredited short course.

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Basic First Aid

A short, intensive course teaching essential, potentially life-saving first aid — CPR, wound management, and how to respond to burns, fractures and cardiac emergencies. Ideal for healthcare, education and community workers. Accredited short course.

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HIV Testing & Counselling

Train to conduct HIV tests and deliver pre- and post-test counselling. This course covers HIV awareness, prevention, sensitive communication and psychological support. Non-credit-bearing (NCB) course.

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Basic Computer Skills / Training

Build essential computer literacy — typing, operating systems, productivity software such as Microsoft Office, and internet use — to become more competitive in the modern job market. Non-credit-bearing (NCB) course.

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Beauty and Salon Skills

A practical skills course for entrepreneurial learners who want to be self-employed. Covers polygel, acrylic application, gelish and makeup. Non-credit-bearing (NCB) course.

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Why Train With Gem-Meg

  • QCTO Accredited Full & Part Qualifications
  • Accredited Short Courses
  • Non-Credit-Bearing Courses & RPL Preparation
  • 1,000+ Learners Trained
  • Online, Contact & Blended Learning
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How to Enrol

Getting started is simple

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Choose Your Course & Apply

Browse our courses and choose the programme that fits your goals — accredited full or part qualification, accredited short course, or non-credit-bearing (NCB) course. Complete the enquiry or application form on our website, or contact our training team.

02

Submit Documents & Confirm

Submit your supporting documents, choose your study mode (contact, blended or online) and confirm your intake date and any requirements with our team.

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Start Learning

Begin training with experienced facilitators, gain practical experience, and work towards your accredited qualification or NCB certificate of completion.

What You Can Study

Accredited and Non-Credit-Bearing Courses

Gem-Meg Training offers Accredited Full & Part Qualifications, Accredited Short Courses and Non-Credit-Bearing (NCB) courses. Some programmes can also be delivered as non-credit-bearing preparation for future Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Message or apply today to confirm intake dates and requirements.

Accredited Full Qualifications

Nationally recognised qualifications for long-term careers.

  • Social Auxiliary Worker (SAW) NQF Level 5 12 months
  • Social Counselling Worker (SCW) Full Qualification
  • Health Promotion Officer (HPO) NQF Level 3 12 months
  • Home Based Personal Care Worker NQF Level 3 12 months
  • Early Childhood Development (ECD) Full Qualification

Part Qualifications

A recognised step towards a related full qualification.

  • Social Counselling Support Worker (SCSW) Part Qualification
  • Home Based Personal Care Assistant Part Qualification 6 months

Accredited Short Courses

Practical, fast-track courses to build in-demand skills.

  • OHS Bundle (11 Skills Programmes) Occupational Health & Safety
  • Basic First Aid CPR, wound care & emergencies 4 days
  • Workplace Essential Skills
  • Conflict Management
  • Early Childhood Caregiver
  • Seamstress
  • Assessment Practitioner
  • Restaurant Skills

Non-Credit-Bearing (NCB) Courses

Not accredited qualifications — some can serve as RPL preparation.

  • HIV Testing & Counselling Testing, counselling & prevention 3 months
  • Basic Computer Skills / Training Typing, MS Office & internet skills 4 weeks
  • Beauty and Salon Skills Polygel, acrylics, gelish & makeup 1 month
Good to know: QCTO Accredited (No. SDP171122172043) — full & part qualifications and accredited short courses Non-credit-bearing (NCB) courses are not accredited qualifications Some NCB courses can serve as preparation for future RPL Online, contact & blended learning