What Is the Learnership All About?
The AM Security Services Learnership Programme offers unemployed young South Africans, ages 18 to 30, invaluable entry into the private security industry. This initiative—geared especially toward Black, Indian, and Coloured youth—blends classroom education with real on-the-job experience to equip future security officers with the skills needed to excel.
This is not just any training—it’s a structured programme that culminates in an occupational qualification, preparing learners for a career in security through a combination of theory and practical work.
Who Should Apply?
To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Unemployed, not currently working
- Not enrolled in any other educational institution or learnership programme
- Matric (Grade 12) certificate with English and Level 4 in all subjects
- South African citizen with a valid SA ID
- Aged between 18 and 30 years
- Must not have a criminal record
- Base-level computer literacy (MS Office, email, internet) is advantageous
- Demonstrated communication skills, initiative, adaptability, and the ability to work independently
- Residency close to Strand is required
For candidates living with disabilities, it’s essential to submit proof of disability—either a doctor’s certificate or an ITRDD13 form signed by a registered medical doctor.
What the Programme Offers
- Occupational Qualification: Completing this learnership leads to a recognized qualification that prepares the learner to operate as a professional Security Officer.
- Learning by Doing: Participants engage in both classroom-based instruction and on-site, work-integrated training within the private security industry.
- Career Foundations: The programme is designed to nurture the next generation of leaders in security, with a focus on practical excellence, discipline, and professionalism.
Why It Matters
- Bridges the Employment Gap: By targeting unemployed youth, the programme tackles youth unemployment head-on.
- Inclusive Opportunity: A strong emphasis on race and disability diversity ensures broader social impact.
- Industry-Recognized Training: Offers justifiable credentials that can launch careers in security operations.
- Pathway to Professional Growth: Links theoretical foundations with practical experience, setting learners up for future advancement.
How to apply
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In Summary
The AM Security Services Learnership Programme 2025–2026 is a structured, inclusive, and practical initiative aimed at transforming motivated, unemployed South Africans into competent security professionals. With a clear training pathway, accessible eligibility, and broad societal impact, it offers a launchpad for a meaningful and sustainable career.
Location: Strand, Western Cape, South Africa
Organiser: AM Security Services under the TSU Group Holdings umbrella