In South Africa, the cleaning business is growing quickly. More places like companies, schools, hospitals, and homes need cleaning services, so more trained cleaning workers are needed.
Services SETA edgetraining Hygiene and Cleaning
If you want to work in cleaning or get better at it, the edgetraining Hygiene and Cleaning course is a great choice. It’s a free, year-long course that teaches you in class and at a real job, and it’s approved by the Services SETA.
You can apply now for the class starting in September 2025. It’s a good time to sign up.
About the Learnership
The programme leads to a General Education and Training Certificate (GETC): Hygiene and Cleaning.
Qualification ID: 57937
NQF Level: 1
Credits: 120
Duration: 12 months
This learnership is designed to equip learners with essential cleaning and hygiene skills required in both domestic and industrial settings.
What You Will Learn
Learners gain skills in:
Applying hygiene and cleaning principles in various environments
- Using chemicals and cleaning tools safely.
- Following safety rules at work.
- Cleaning floors, bathrooms, offices, and common spaces.
- Acting professionally and following workplace rules.
- Helping customers and working well with others.
- Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
- After this program, people will be ready to do cleaning jobs well and act professionally.
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Who Can Apply?
This learnership is open to:
- Unemployed youth who want to build careers in the cleaning sector
- Entry-level workers such as cleaners, janitors, and laundry assistants
- Entrepreneurs planning to start cleaning businesses
- Current employees needing a formal qualification for career progression
- Entry Requirements
- ABET Level 2 (or equivalent) in Communication and Mathematical Literacy
- South African citizen with a valid ID
- Between the ages of 18 and 35 (for unemployed applicants)
- Eagerness to complete the full 12-month programme
Benefits of the Learnership
Official Certificate
You’ll get a qualification approved by the Services SETA, making you more likely to get a job.
Free Training
You don’t have to pay for classes – the program is completely free. Students might also get money each month to help with living costs.
Real-World Skills
Get practical experience while you learn. This mix of classroom work and on-the-job training makes you more attractive to employers.
Job Advancement
This Level 1 qualification is the start of your education, and can lead to higher positions or more training later on.
Benefits for Businesses
Companies also gain. Businesses that sign up employees improve their B-BBEE score and can get money back from taxes.
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Career Opportunities
After completing the Hygiene and Cleaning NQF 1 Learnership, graduates can pursue roles such as:
- Office or industrial cleaner
- Laundry assistant
- Room attendant
- Ward hostess in healthcare facilities
- Car wash attendant
- Domestic worker
- Sculler (hospitality cleaning role)
- With experience, learners can progress to supervisory positions or even establish their own cleaning businesses.
About edgetraining
edgetraining is a leading accredited training provider with over a decade of experience in delivering SETA-accredited learnerships and skills programmes.
- Accredited with: Services SETA, MICT SETA, CATHSSETA, and more
- B-BBEE Level: 1 contributor
- Approach: Blended training (classroom + workplace practice)
- Their Hygiene and Cleaning Learnership is specifically designed to support both unemployed youth and employers looking to upskill their staff.
Learn More: edgetraining Hygiene & Cleaning Learnership
Application Process
Here’s how to apply for the September 2025 intake:
Visit the edgetraining website and download the course outline.
Complete the learner application form available on the site.
Prepare supporting documents:
- Provide a verified copy of your ID.
- Provide a verified copy of your highest school certificate.
- Provide proof of where you live.
- Send your application either online or via email.
- Wait for edgetraining to tell you if you have been accepted.
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Important Dates
Applications Open: Ongoing
Closing Date: 30 September 2025
Programme Start Date: October 2025
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