Industrial Training and Trade Testing Department : Apprenticeship Training in Zimbabwe, Hot Zimbabwe Jobs

Industrial Training and Trade Testing Department

Apprenticeship Training in Zimbabwe

Apprenticeship training in Zimbabwe is a training system that combines on-the-job training with classroom learning to equip individuals with skills for employment. Here’s an overview of the apprenticeship training system in Zimbabwe:

Duration and structure: An apprenticeship program in Zimbabwe typically lasts between two and four years and involves a structured training program that combines on-the-job training with classroom learning.
Eligibility: To be eligible for an apprenticeship program in Zimbabwe, individuals must have completed their secondary education and be between the ages of 16 and 25.
Training areas: Apprenticeship programs in Zimbabwe are available in a range of areas, such as construction, engineering, agriculture, and hospitality.
Training providers: Apprenticeship training in Zimbabwe is provided by both government institutions and private companies.
Certification: At the end of the apprenticeship program, individuals receive a certificate of competence that recognizes their skills and knowledge in their area of training.
Career prospects: Apprenticeship training in Zimbabwe can lead to employment opportunities in various industries. It can also provide a path to further education and career advancement.

Industrial Training and Trade Testing Department Apprenticeship Training in Zimbabwe

Electrical Industry

Electrician
Electrician/Electronics Fitting
Electrical Technician
Instrument Mechanics
Instrument and Control Technician
Lift Mechanics
Radio and Telecommunication Technician
Radio, Television and Electronic Mechanics
Signal Artisan

Forestry Industry

Saw Doctor

Hairdressing Industry

Hairdressing

Hotel & Catering

Cookery
Waiter

Mechanical Industry

Blacksmithing
Boiler making
Carriage and Wagon Fitter
Coach trimming
Coppersmithing (including plumbing)
Electroplating
Fitting & Turning including machining
Locksmithing
Machine Tool Setting
Roll Turning
Pattern Making
Platting/Welding
Refrigeration Work (including Air Conditioning)
Rigging
Sheet Metal Working
Scale Fitting
Tool, jig and Die Making
Turning (including Machining)
Vehicle Body Building (metal & composite)
Wielding
Diesel Plant Fitting
Fitting (including Machining)
Mill-wrighting
Moulding (including Coremaking)

Printing Industry

Machine Printing
Origination
Packaging Machine Minding
Printer’s Mechanic
Print Finishing and Converting

Designated Trades Aircraft Industry

Aircraft Avionics Fitting (Electrical)
Aircraft Avionics Fitting (Radio & Telecommunications)
Aircraft Avionics Fitting (Instruments)
Aircraft Fitting/ Machining
Aircraft Material Processing and Electroplating
Aircraft Power plant and Engine Fitting
Aircraft Fitting to include both Engines & Air frame
Air frame Fitting
Aircraft Welding and Metal Working
Aircraft Armament Fitting

Automotive Industry

Motor Mechanics (including diesel and tractor mechanics)
Automobile Electrics
Precision Machining
Motor Cycle Mechanics
Panel Beating (to include body repairing, trimming, sheet metal working and spray painting)

Clothing & Textile Industry

Sewing Machine Mechanics

Construction Industry

Carpentry and Joinery
Bricklaying
Plumbing/Drainlaying
Painting/Decorating
Plastering
Stonemasory
Wood Machining
Terrazza & Mosaic Wall & Floor Tiling
Mastic Asphalting
Floorlaying
Glazing
Shop Fitting
Building Electrical Installations
Architectural Metal Working

What is Apprenticeship?

Theoretical Technical Training combined with on the job training
Theoretical aspects of a trade taught in Registered training institutions
On the job practical training
Practical skills learned in the workplace supervised by skilled Workers

What are the Entry Requirements?

Age 16 years or above
5 passes at O Level Grade C or better in English Language, Mathematics, a relevant science subject and any other 2 subjects
Mathematics is not compulsory for Hairdressing and Hotel and Catering Industry
A Driver’s or Provisional licence is required in Zimbabwean citizen

Career Prospects

Artisan
Foreman /Chargehand
Technician
Technologist
Draughtsperson
Engineer
Training Manager
Workshop Manager
Technical Sales Representative
Technical Marketing Manager
Technical Director
Lecturer/Instructor
Curriculum Developer/Examiner

What are the benefits to the Apprentice?

Apprentice gains indepth practical and theoretical knowledge of chosen trade
Training provides the Apprentice with versatility to adopt to technological changes
Skills training provides Apprentice with opportunities to improve economic security
Successful Apprentice are awarded International recognised certificates

What are the benefits to the economy?

Apprenticeship Training ensures an adequate supply of skilled Workers to meet the needs of industry
Minimises the need for supervision by developing initiative and ability of Apprentice
Increases employee productivity and ensures customer satisfaction

Where do i find out more about Apprenticeship?

Industrial Training and Trade Testing Department (Head Office)

1st Floor, Government Complex
Corner 4th St & Samora Machel Avenue
PO Box 1780
Harare

Phone (04) 796441-9, 795981-5, 708781/2

Harare Regional Office

Old Police Station Building
59 Nelson Mandela Avenue
PO Box 387
Harare
Phone : (04) 707551 -4

Bulawayo Regional Office

2nd Floor – Block H
New Government Composite Block, 10th Avenue Extension/Basch Street,
PO Box 1103
Bulawayo
Phone : (09) 79011-3

Gweru Regional Office

1st Floor Government Composite Bock, 10th Street
PO Box 721
Gweru
Phone : (054) 222839, 224908, 226096

Masvingo Regional Office

35 Old Post Office
RG Mugabe Way
PO Box 1689
Masvingo
Phone : (039) 262176

Mutare Regional Office

Mutare Polytechnic
Cnr Robert Mugabe Way/ J. Tongogara Ave
PO Box 2410
Mutare
Phone : (020) 68068, 68268

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