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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Programme for Chefs

Theewaterkloof MunicipalityRef: https://twk.gov.za/recognition-of-prior-learning-rpl-programme-for-chefs/

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Collected on 28 July 2026

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What this means

This is a municipal website notice from Theewaterskloof Municipality informing tourism and hospitality stakeholders about an opportunity from the Department of Tourism: an Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL) Programme for Chefs in the Western Cape. The programme allows experienced chefs without a formal qualification to obtain a Chef Occupational Certificate (NQF Level 5) via an RPL process, with the Department of Tourism funding 100% of tuition fees and learning materials for successful applicants. The notice lists eligibility requirements, required application documents, and states that applications close on 31 July 2026 and must be submitted to rplrecruitment@tourism.gov.za.

Facts

Places

Western Cape

Reference

https://twk.gov.za/recognition-of-prior-learning-rpl-programme-for-chefs/

Key Takeaways

  • Programme: Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL) Programme for Chefs
  • Qualification: Chef Occupational Certificate (NQF Level 5) via RPL
  • Funding: Department of Tourism funds 100% of tuition fees and learning materials (for successful applicants)
  • Eligibility: South African citizens aged 19+; minimum Grade 10 (or equivalent); at least 3 years chef experience in a brigade kitchen; able to read and write English; willing to attend assessment/training at an appointed trade centre in the Western Cape
  • Application documents: motivation letter; detailed CV; proof of work experience; certified copies of SA ID and qualifications; proof of residence
  • Closing date: 31 July 2026
  • Submission email: rplrecruitment@tourism.gov.za
  • Source/host: Theewaterskloof Municipality (Caledon contact details shown)
  • Theewaterskloof Municipality
  • Department of Tourism
  • rplrecruitment@tourism.gov.za

Dates

Closing Date

31 July 2026