Ilitha Labantu Academy
Turn your passion for helping others into practical skills and recognised qualifications.
The Ilitha Labantu Academy is the training and skills development arm of Ilitha Labantu, offering accredited occupational qualifications that equip learners with practical, industry-relevant skills for careers in the social services sector.
We are a QCTO-accredited training provider
​Rooted in Ilitha Labantu's more than 36 years of community development and social support work, the Academy provides learners with access to nationally recognised qualifications that respond to real social challenges while opening pathways to employment and professional growth.
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By investing in skills development and institutional capacity, the Academy helps strengthen the quality and consistency of services available to vulnerable populations. Participants gain practical tools, evidence-informed approaches, and enhanced professional competencies that can be applied directly within their areas of work.
Our Accredited Programmes
The Ilitha Labantu Academy provides qualifications accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO). The Academy combines classroom learning, practical experience and community-centred approaches to prepare graduates to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities.
Social Counselling Worker
This qualification equips learners with the knowledge, practical skills and professional competencies required to provide counselling and psychosocial support services within communities. Learners develop skills in trauma-informed care, case management, family and relationship counselling, community-based interventions, communication, crisis intervention and ethical practice.
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The programme is ideal for aspiring social counselling workers, community support workers, volunteers and individuals who are passionate about supporting vulnerable people and strengthening community wellbeing.
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PROGRAMME DETAILS
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NQF Level: 5
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Credits: 143
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Qualification ID: 111143
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Cost: R27,000 (inclusive)
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Social Counselling Support Worker
The Social Counselling Support Worker programme provides foundational knowledge and practical skills for individuals seeking to enter the social services sector. The curriculum covers social work and counselling fundamentals, human growth and development, communication and interviewing skills, helping relationships, family and community interventions, crisis support and professional practice.
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The qualification is designed for aspiring social service practitioners, community workers, volunteers and individuals looking to build a career focused on supporting others. Graduates are equipped to work in NGOs, community-based organisations, schools, clinics, correctional facilities and other social service environments.
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PROGRAMME DETAILS
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NQF Level: 4
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Credits: 55
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Qualification ID: 111143
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Cost: R15,000
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Occupational Skills Programme:
Conflict Management
The Occupational Skills Programme in Conflict Management is a short, QCTO-aligned programme designed to equip participants with practical conflict resolution skills that can be applied in workplace, community and organisational settings. The programme focuses on effective communication, problem-solving, negotiation and dispute resolution, enabling learners to manage difficult conversations with confidence and facilitate constructive dialogue between individuals and groups.
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Participants gain the skills needed to strengthen leadership effectiveness, improve team cohesion and address conflict in ways that promote positive relationships and productive outcomes. The programme is suitable for professionals working in people-centred environments as well as anyone seeking to develop practical conflict management competencies.
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PROGRAMME DETAILS
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NQF Level: 5
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Credits: 8
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Qualification ID: 111143
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Cost: R5,000 per participant
Enquiries and Applications
For more information about programme content, admission requirements and upcoming intakes:
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GENERAL ENQUIRIES
academy@ilithalabantu.org
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APPLICATIONS
enrol@ilithalabantu.org