Explaining the training and learning cycle

We bring training opportunities to the work place and cater for the individual needs of our clients. Benchmarking is our trademark!

The cefa training model is defined as "on the job practice". Classroom theory (30%) is combined with practical workplace experience (70%) in an inter-active learner support system of qualification related occupational employment. cefa combines structured learning with work experience, leading to nationally recognized qualifications. On the job training enhances employability and career development.

All our programmes are accredited and on various NQF levels and comply with the requirements of the NQF, SAQA and the relevant ETQA. Training takes place at the workplace which ensures that learners are trained whilst they continue to work, thereby remaining economically independent. Together with the training of learners, members of the community are empowered to be used as facilitators and are supported by mentorship and coaching. This way indigenous knowledge is embedded in the subject matter and sustainability of the project is ensured.

The twelve months of training are divided into 3 cycles that consist of a theoretical and a practical part. The duration of the theoretical sessions is 2 weeks at a time, while the practical sessions cover a period of approximately 9 to 11 weeks at a time. During the period of practical training learners are guided by mentors, while they function as employees in the workplace (Social Auxiliary Workers receive guidance from Social Workers).

Assessment is done continuously, a variety of assessment tools is used and comprehensive guidelines are provided. At the end of each theoretical cycle written examinations are completed. After declared competent, learners are awarded a certificate.

Drawing on a wide range of cumulative experience and wisdom, cefa provides qualified educators, mentors and managers, who equip qualifying learners with academic, theoretical and practical field operating and research skills. Classroom theory is backed by – and interspersed with – case studies, field experience and investigative research, all of which is updated as more experience is gained. The whole learning process is subject to rigorous on-going performance monitoring and assessment by the training team and the learners together.