Accredited Hygiene & Cleaning Learnership (NQF Level 1) – November 2025 Intake
Program Overview
Are you ready to kick-start a career in the fast-growing cleaning and hygiene sector? Enrol in the fully accredited 12-month Hygiene & Cleaning Learnership (NQF Level 1) with Edge Training, under funding and certification from Services SETA. This programme leads to a nationally recognised General Education and Training Certificate (GETC): Hygiene & Cleaning – SAQA ID 57937.
With credits totalling 120 and a curriculum designed to combine theory and hands-on workplace experience, this learnership equips you with essential skills for domestic, commercial and industrial cleaning roles.
What You’ll Learn
During your 12-month journey you will develop competencies including:
- Applying hygiene and cleaning principles across various environments
- Safe use of cleaning chemicals and equipment
- Floor, ablution, office and public-area cleaning according to high standards
- Adherence to occupational health & safety guidelines and professional workplace conduct
- Basic communication, numeracy and customer-service skills
By the end, you will be qualified to fill roles such as cleaner, laundry assistant, relief cleaner, room attendant and more. (edgetraining.co.za)
Why Choose This Learnership?
The cleaning and hygiene industry is thriving in South Africa as businesses, healthcare and education institutions demand high-quality services. With the Services SETA accreditation, you benefit from a recognised qualification and a genuine career start.
Completing this programme not only boosts your employability—it also opens pathways into supervisory and entrepreneurial roles in facilities management and cleaning services.
Who Can Apply?
This learnership is open to:
- Unemployed youth eager to enter the cleaning sector
- Entry-level workers such as janitors, laundry assistants or domestic cleaners seeking formal recognition
- Aspiring entrepreneurs wanting to start cleaning businesses
Minimum eligibility:
- South African citizen
- No formal qualification required beyond basic literacy for this NQF 1 level \
- Availability to commit to the full 12-month programme
- Willingness to work in cleaning environments and learn new skills
Application Process & September 2025 Intake
Applications are now open for the September 2025 intake. Here’s how to apply:
- Download the course outline from Edge Training’s website.
- Complete the learner application form.
- Submit supporting documents including: certified ID copy, certified school results and proof of residence.
- Submit via the online portal or email as specified by the provider.
- Await confirmation and further instructions for registration and induction.
Final Thought
A career in hygiene and cleaning is no longer just a job—it’s a stepping stone into a structured and growing industry. With the Services SETA-accredited Hygiene & Cleaning Learnership (NQF 1) from Edge Training, you’re positioning yourself for long-term growth and stability. Don’t miss the September 2025 intake—apply now, build your skills and start your path to a professional cleaning career.
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