Artisans with significant workplace experience but no formal trade qualification may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) to be assessed against the relevant trade qualification. The RAP process evaluates the artisan's competence against the trade requirements and may lead directly to a trade certificate without completing a formal apprenticeship.
Artisan Development and Trade TestingExperienced artisans in the merSETA sector without formal trade qualificationsWorkers in metal and engineering, auto, tyre, plastics, or related trades