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ATC
Afric Training
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The ATC mark represents a seed of knowledge growing into the African skyline — rooted in practical skill, reaching toward professional excellence.

Growth through hands-on learning
Transformation from student to professional
African identity with global standards
Theory that becomes real-world mastery

Founded in Maboneng, Johannesburg — at the heart of Africa's creative and professional renaissance.

(010) 634-0193 info@africtraining.co.za 249 Commissioner St, Maboneng, Johannesburg
PSET & TVET Registered · Johannesburg

Learn. Practice.
Lead Africa's
Future.

Afric Training College delivers practical, industry-aligned education where students don't just study — they do. Build real competencies, earn recognised qualifications, and launch careers that matter.

15+
Years Experience
350+
Graduates
10+
Faculties
5+
Awards
DHET Registered QCTO Accredited NQF Aligned

Nationally recognised qualifications on the NQF framework — trusted by employers across South Africa and beyond.

2025 Intake Open — Explore our programmes and find your qualification. We're here every step of the way.

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15+Years Experience
350+Graduated Students
20+Expert Facilitators
5+Awards Won
10+Accredited Programmes
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Our Faculties

Programmes Built for
Industry Demand

Each faculty delivers practical, tool-based learning. Click a faculty to see what you'll actually do.

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Engineering
Information Technology
Nursing / Health
Law & Policing
Business

Engineering Studies

You won't just study circuits — you'll wire them. Our engineering programmes cover electrical systems, boilermaking, and mechanical engineering with hands-on workshop time built into every module.

Students spend significant time in our practical workshop using real tools, reading technical schematics, and solving real-world engineering problems.

Circuit WiringTechnical DrawingFault DiagnosisWorkshop SafetySchematic ReadingBoilermaking
470Ω 100µF 9V SW1 +5V GND Circuit Schematic — Lab Exercise

Live circuit — current flow animated

Client Load Balancer API Server Database PostgreSQL Cache Redis const data = await db.query( 'SELECT * FROM students WHERE active = $1', [true] );

System architecture — IT module example

Patient Assessment Protocol BP 120/80 mmHg SpO2 98% Normal Temp 37.2°C Normal HR 72bpm Regular Clinical Decision Flow Assess Diagnose Treat Monitor

Clinical assessment — nursing module

Criminal Justice Process Incident Arrest Charge Court Case File Section 35(3) Rights Evidence: Exhibit A-C Charge: Act 51/1977 Bail Conditions: R5,000 State Accused Judgment / Verdict

Legal procedure simulation — law module

Business Model Framework Key Partners Activities Resources Value Proposition Customer Channels Cost Structure Revenue Streams Monthly Revenue (R) Jan Feb Mar Apr May Profit formula: R = P x Q - FC Price x Qty - Fixed Costs

Business model canvas — entrepreneurship module

Your Path at ATC

The Student Journey

A structured, supportive pathway from your first enquiry to your first day at work. Click any step to explore.

Enquire

Ask us anything about programmes & fees

Apply

Submit your online application

Register

Complete enrolment & onboarding

Learn

Theory meets practical every week

Practise

Real tools, labs & simulations

Graduate

NQF-registered qualification

Employ

Career placement & guidance

Enquiry Stage

Your journey begins with a conversation. Our admissions team is available by phone, email, or in person to answer all your questions — about programmes, fees, entry requirements, and career outcomes. No pressure, just honest guidance to help you find the right path.

A Day at ATC

What Your Day Actually Looks Like

We're not a sit-and-listen college. Every day balances theory, lab time, and real industry simulation. Select a faculty to see a typical day.

Engineering
IT
Nursing
Law / Policing
Business
08:00
Electrical Theory Lecture

Ohm's Law, series & parallel circuits, circuit analysis fundamentals.

Theory
10:00
Workshop Lab — Wiring Exercise

Students wire real breadboard circuits using components from the day's lecture. Multimeter measurements and fault finding.

Lab
13:00
Technical Drawing & Schematics

Read and interpret PSSD-style technical drawings. Practice annotating circuit layouts to industry standard.

Practical
15:00
Industry Simulation — Fault Diagnosis

Simulate real-world electrical fault scenarios. Students diagnose, document, and present solutions.

Industry Simulation
08:00
Networking Fundamentals

TCP/IP stack, OSI model, subnetting — foundational knowledge applied to real configurations.

Theory
10:00
Digital Lab — Network Setup

Students physically configure routers, set IP ranges, test connectivity using real network equipment.

Lab
13:00
Coding Project — Build a REST API

Apply database and backend concepts to build a functional API endpoint with authentication.

Practical
15:00
Client Simulation — IT Support Helpdesk

Role-play as a support technician resolving real-world client IT issues under timed conditions.

Industry Simulation
07:30
Clinical Theory — Infection Control

Evidence-based nursing practice, PPE procedures, sterile technique and hospital protocols.

Theory
09:30
Simulation Ward — Patient Assessment

Measure and record vital signs on mannequins and peers — blood pressure, SpO2, temperature, pulse.

Simulation Lab
12:00
Patient Care Practicals

Bed baths, wound dressing changes, medication administration protocols on training models.

Practical
14:30
Clinical Scenario Drill

Respond to a simulated emergency — students triage, communicate findings, and implement care under supervision.

Clinical Simulation
08:00
Constitutional Law Lecture

Section 35 rights, criminal procedure, evidence rules — grounded in actual SA legislation and case law.

Theory
10:00
Case File Analysis

Students receive a real-style case file and must identify applicable law, relevant rights, and procedural steps.

Case Analysis
13:00
Report Writing & Documentation

Practise police statement writing, court-ready documentation, and investigative report formatting.

Practical
15:00
Mock Courtroom Hearing

Full simulated hearing — prosecutor, defence, magistrate roles — using the day's case facts.

Courtroom Simulation
08:00
Business Strategy Lecture

Porter's Five Forces, SWOT analysis, South African market dynamics and SME economics.

Theory
10:00
Financial Modelling Lab

Build income statements, cash flow projections, and break-even analysis using real business scenarios.

Lab
13:00
Business Plan Development

Work on a live business plan project — market research, pricing strategy, and go-to-market plan.

Practical
15:00
Pitch Simulation — Investor Panel

Present your business concept to a simulated investor panel. Receive real feedback on viability and financial projections.

Simulation
What You Will Actually Do

Not Theory. Real Training.

This is what makes ATC different. Every programme puts tools, equipment, and real-world scenarios directly in your hands.

Engineering & Electrical

Students wire circuits, read schematics, use multimeters, and complete boilermaking practicals in our fully equipped workshop.

MultimeterBreadboardSoldering IronPSSD DrawingsWorkshop Tools

Nursing & Healthcare

Simulation ward, mannequin practicals, vital signs monitoring, wound care, and clinical documentation — before ever entering a real ward.

StethoscopeBP CuffAnatomy ModelsPatient ChartsSim Ward

Law & Policing

Case file analysis, mock hearings, report writing drills, and policing procedure scenarios using real legislation and courtroom formats.

Case FilesCPA LegislationMock CourtSAPS ProceduresWitness Statements

Information Technology

Build systems, configure networks, write working code, and troubleshoot real infrastructure in our digital lab with live equipment.

Routers & SwitchesLinux CLICode ProjectsNetwork RackCloud Basics

Business & Entrepreneurship

Real business plan projects, investor pitch simulations, financial modelling, and market research using actual South African data.

Business PlansP&L StatementsPitch DecksMarket ResearchSpreadsheets

Media & Fashion

Produce, shoot, edit, and publish real media content. Fashion students design and construct actual garments from pattern to final piece.

Camera & LightingEditing SuiteSewing MachinesPattern MakingStudio
The ATC Difference

Why Choose ATC

01

Practical Learning First

We build your real-world competency from day one — not just knowledge for an exam.

02

Industry-Aligned Curriculum

Every module is mapped to what employers in South Africa actually need from graduates.

03

Nationally Recognised Qualifications

NQF-registered, DHET-approved, and SETA-accredited — your certificate opens real doors.

Practical vs Theory — Training Comparison
Afric Training College
80%
Practical, hands-on, tool-based training
Typical college average
~30%
Mostly classroom-based theory
Employer Confidence
ATC Graduates
92%
Report immediate workplace readiness
Student Transformations

Before → During → After

Real stories of transformation from ATC graduates — not just testimonials, but journeys.

UnemployedElectrician

"The practical approach set me up for success. From day one I was doing actual engineering work — not just reading about it. Six months after graduating I had a full-time position."

JS
John S.
Engineering Graduate · Johannesburg Firm
No experienceBusiness Owner

"The skills I gained gave me the confidence to start my own business. The real-world financial modelling and pitch simulations were exactly what I needed."

SM
Sarah M.
Business Graduate · ECD Centre Owner
School leaverMedia Producer

"The hands-on media training gave me a real competitive edge. I walked into the industry ready to produce — not just ready to learn on the job."

ER
Emily R.
Media Studies Graduate · Production Company

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Our emphasis on practical, hands-on learning sets us apart. You graduate ready for real-world challenges — not just theory. Combined with DHET registration and multiple SETA accreditations, an ATC qualification is nationally recognised and employer-trusted.
Significantly more than the industry average. Around 80% of your programme involves hands-on activities — workshops, labs, simulations, field exposure, and real project work. Theory underpins the practice; it doesn't replace it.
Yes. All Afric Training College qualifications are registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and accredited with relevant SETAs. Your certificate is recognised by employers across South Africa.
Apply online at africtraining.co.za/register/apply-here or contact our reception team on (010) 634-0193. Our admissions team will guide you through every step of the process from enquiry to enrolment.
We offer flexible payment structures and can guide you on NSFAS and bursary opportunities. Contact our admissions team for a full fee schedule tailored to your chosen programme.

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Join hundreds of graduates who chose Afric Training College — and launched careers they're proud of.