Top Maths and Science Learners Offered the Opportunity of a Lifetime
If you’re a Grade 10-12 learner with an excellent aptitude for Mathematics and Physical Science/Life Science, and live in a rural area, then HWSETA has some great news for you. HWSETA is launching the Siyakhulisa Mentorship Programme. Ten top-performing learners from each province, from different districts, will be accepted into the programme. There’ll be a […]
HWSETA awards 95 veterinary bursaries this year.
HWSETA is delighted to announce that we have awarded 95 full bursaries to veterinary students this year. The bursaries combined total more than R12-million. The beneficiaries include 70 first year students, 60 who are studying a Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences and 10 who are studying Veterinary Nursing. It also includes 25 continuing students, who received […]
World Vet Day: Why choose a career in the veterinary sector?
Did you know that there is a severe shortage of veterinary professionals in South Africa? Internationally the norm is to have between 200 and 400 vets per million of the country’s population and South Africa has just 60 to 70 vets per million. This year alone, HWSETA has awarded 95 bursaries to veterinary sector students […]
Calling KZN students: Win a Phlebotomy learnership this Human Rights Day!
In celebration of Human Rights Day, the Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority (HWSETA) is giving away two learnerships for school-leavers looking to start their phlebotomy careers. Entries are open for tomorrow only through the HWSETA career portal, online here. Entries close at midnight on 21 March 2023. Phlebotomy technicians collect blood from patients […]
Top tips for first year: Making the most of your tertiary education experience
It’s happening. You’re making that exciting leap from high school learner to student. Gone are the days of school uniforms and bells ringing at the end of class. Whether you’re starting your tertiary education at a university or TVET college, there’s no doubt that you’ll have a bit more freedom. You might even find yourself […]
Beyond the results: Advice for school leavers aiming to work in healthcare
The end of high school is an exciting time. With your grade 12 results in hand, you finally have an idea of the options open to you in the next phase of your education! Perhaps you have your eye on medical school, and have what it takes to get in. Or, on the other hand, […]
Prospective health and wellness students: Don’t get caught out by dodgy institutions
After years of preparing for tertiary education in the health and wellness sector, it’s exciting when it comes time to decide which course or qualification to pursue. With seemingly endless career opportunities in South Africa’s health sector, there are hundreds of programmes, courses and institutions to choose from. However, the Health and Wellness Sector Education […]
Want a career in mental healthcare? Consider these options.
In recent years, there’s been a growing focus on the importance of mental health in our society. This has come as we’ve realised that mental health disorders can impact anyone and everyone. More likely than not, someone you know is suffering – possibly in silence. Where common mental disorders such as depression, anxiety and addiction […]
Win a Health or Social Sciences Bursary, Learnership or Artisan Apprenticeship! It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3…
Choosing a career, picking a tertiary institution, deciding on the course, and securing the fees: it’s an exciting time but also daunting. Well, it doesn’t have to be! South Africa’s Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority (HWSETA) is excited to announce two full undergrad bursaries, two learnerships and two artisan apprenticeships up for […]
