Here’s what I found about free PSIRA training opportunities in South Africa:
Free PSIRA-Accredited Security Training with Certificate & Allowance
A promising initiative provides fully funded PSIRA-accredited training—covering Grades E, D, and C—along with a monthly allowance for unemployed youth. You must be:
- A South African citizen, aged 18 to 35
- Unemployed and not currently studying or part of another learnership
- Without a criminal record, and have a minimum education level of Grade 10–12
- Willing to commit for the full duration of the training
What’s included:
- Accredited PSIRA training for Grades E, D, and C
- PSIRA certificate upon successful completion
- Monthly stipend during the training period
- Training by accredited providers and facilitators
- Practical preparation for security roles—learning skills like patrolling, access control, observation techniques, and incident response
(Sasa-vacancies)
Providers to explore:
- Kumba Iron Ore via Microchip Security — delivers free PSIRA-accredited Grade EDC training over three months, covering risk identification, patrol, access control, and leading to official certification
- Shermitex Online — offers fully free online courses sequentially from Grade E up to Grade A
(Sasa-vacancies)
You’ll need to set up or access:
- A South African ID
- Certified copies of your ID, Matric or school reports
- Proof of address
- CV, and photos for the PSIRA application process
(Sasa-vacancies)
PSiRA Webinars (Informational—Not Certification Training)
PSIRA has run free digital webinars—hosted via Microsoft Teams—on topics like:
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- Security Officer operations
- Running a security business
- Training provider responsibilities
These sessions were recorded and made available for playback, but they do not provide PSIRA certificates or accreditation. Instead, they’re aimed at sharing information and guiding participants through using PSIRA’s systems.
(psira.co.za)
Quick Summary
| Offering | Certificate Provided? | Monthly Allowance? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fully Funded Training (Grades E–C) | Yes (PSIRA certificate) | Yes | Accredited, for unemployed SA youth aged 18–35 |
| Kumba via Microchip Security | Yes | (Likely included) | In-person training, specific GSIRA grade coverage |
| Shermitex Online (Grades E–A) | Yes | Not specified | Fully free, sequential online training |
| PSIRA Webinars | No | No | Informational only—no official certification |
Next Steps
- Apply as soon as possible—these opportunities are not always widely advertised.
- Prepare your documents (ID, address proof, matric).
- Reach out to potential providers:
- Contact Microchip Security / Kumba Iron Ore
- Reach out to Shermitex Online
- Watch for calls or offices in your area—local community centers or youth initiatives often promote such learnerships.