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Monday, 06 November 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) Why we have to LEARN to read. » Reading is the most complex task that we require the brain to do. In fact, our brain is not naturally wired to read, but r...
Monday, 02 October 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) The format of the new Occupational Certificates in comparison to legacy qualifications. » Occupational Certificates (OC) will be replacing legacy qualifications and are geared towards certain occupations and prof...
Monday, 04 September 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) A mismatch between the skills supply versus skill demand in South Africa – Why? » The South African Skills Supply and Demand Report published in 2022 by the Department of Higher Education ...
Monday, 07 August 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) The best skills and training for new construction businesses. » In Quarter 3 of 2022, the construction industry accounted for 243, 000 employees in KwaZulu-Natal alone (Statistica, 2023)...
Monday, 03 July 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) Unlocking 49.50% of the SDL & increasing B-BBEE training spend through CETA Discretionary Grants. » Employers are obligated to pay 1% of their total payroll to SARS for Skills Development Levies (SDLs). So where does all t...
Monday, 05 June 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) Train your brain to cope with stress. » We’ve all heard that stress is a killer. But how can this natural human response that prompts us to address cha...
Monday, 08 May 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) The Difference between Critical and Scarce skills » When looking at the country’s current or future potential for a skilled, qualified, and experienced workforce, it is impor...
Tuesday, 04 April 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) CETA will no longer be in the driving seat of construction training accreditation and certification. » They say change is as good as a holiday, but that long drive to get to your destination can often be a nightmare. The re-e...
Monday, 06 March 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) Education has limits but learning does not! » Do you remember learning to ride a bicycle? For most, it involved someone holding the bike while explaining how to peddle,...
Sunday, 26 February 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) Working at Heights » FEM statistics show that for the past four years, 15% of all fatalities (an average of 11 per year) were caused by falls f...
Sunday, 26 February 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) Critical Thinking, a vital skill in today’s ever-changing work environment » Today one of the most important criteria for success in a career is the ability to think independently while being logical...
Sunday, 26 February 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) How does emotional intelligence aid effective communication in the workplace? » The development of technology has caused society to spend more time online, and this includes our communication channels....
Sunday, 26 February 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) The importance of toolbox talk training » It is believed that the term “Toolbox Talk” originated with workers gathered around their toolboxes in the mornings before...
Sunday, 26 February 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) How your learning style may influence your career choice and training needs » During the COVID-19 pandemic, when people were isolated at home, learning was facilitated via online platforms. But how di...
Sunday, 26 February 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) Alignment of occupational qualifications to open doors for learners at the end of grade 9 » In an effort to address South Africa’s skills shortage and high unemployment rate, the Department of Higher Education and...
Sunday, 26 February 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) Does your health and safety rep understand workplace hazards? » Have you ever considered the safety of a ladder before you have used it? We often just trust that our general equipment is...
Sunday, 26 February 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) Training and development for construction workers » The construction industry is considered one of the most dynamic and complex industries as it is project-based and often th...
Thursday, 16 February 2023 (0 Comments - view/add) How training can improve profitability » Click here to read full article Businesses are established with the objective of generating income. Entrepreneurs harnes...
Tuesday, 03 May 2022 (0 Comments - view/add) Upskilling in Construction » Upskilling in Construction Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Training Academy is accredited to offer the National Certif...
Monday, 04 April 2022 (0 Comments - view/add) Managing the unfamiliar local labour on construction projects » Managing the unfamiliar local labour on construction projects Given the increasing unemployment rate and the challen...
Thursday, 10 March 2022 (0 Comments - view/add) Construction Industry News and Views - October 2021 » Construction Industry News and Views - October 2021 Construction Industry News...
Monday, 07 March 2022 (0 Comments - view/add) Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Training Academy, a CETA-accredited training provider » Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Training Academy, a CETA-accredited training provider Skills gaps in a workpl...
Monday, 07 March 2022 (0 Comments - view/add) Get reimbursed for skills levies » Get reimbursed for skills levies Companies are eligible to be reimbursed 20% of their monthly skills levies if they...
Monday, 07 February 2022 (0 Comments - view/add) Workplace Skills Plan » Workplace Skills Plan The Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) is submitted by organisations to the relevant Skills Education...
Monday, 06 December 2021 (0 Comments - view/add) Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Short Skills Intervention » Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Short Skills Intervention The conversation around the shortage of trade skills...
Tuesday, 02 November 2021 (0 Comments - view/add) Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal proudly announces the launch of the revised Vuka Makhi Programme » Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal proudly announces the launch of the revised Vuka Makhi Programme The Master Builders K...
Monday, 04 October 2021 (0 Comments - view/add) Now is the appropriate time for investment in skills development » Now is the appropriate time for investment in skills development Construction contractors have felt the impact of th...
Monday, 06 September 2021 (0 Comments - view/add) Recognition of skills » Recognition of skills Many construction workers acquire various skills whilst working. These skills are howeve...
Monday, 02 August 2021 (0 Comments - view/add) Master Builders KZN approved as First Aid Organisation by Department of Employment and Labour » Master Builders KZN approved as First Aid Organisation by Department of Employment and Labour First Aid leve...
Monday, 07 June 2021 (0 Comments - view/add) Incentivising youth employment through Employment Tax Incentives (ETI) » Incentivising youth employment through Employment Tax Incentives (ETI) According to the International Labour Organis...
Saturday, 05 June 2021 (0 Comments - view/add) Employers - know more about your OHS obligations - Training course » Employers - know more about your OHS obligations - Training course Businesses are generally established becaus...
Friday, 04 June 2021 (0 Comments - view/add) Collaboration between Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal and iLembe Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Tou » Collaboration between Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal and iLembe Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Tourism The A...
Monday, 03 May 2021 (0 Comments - view/add) Training on requirements for a successful construction contract » Training on requirements for a successful construction contract The Association has, over the years engaged...
Tuesday, 06 April 2021 (0 Comments - view/add) The benefits of conducting a training needs analysis » The benefits of conducting a training needs analysis Training and development is vital for sustainable business grow...
Monday, 29 March 2021 (0 Comments - view/add) cidb B.U.I.L.D Programme to upskill construction industry » cidb B.U.I.L.D Programme to upskill construction industry Following a process which began in 2007, the Construction Ind...
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