Skills and Social Impact Division
Partnering for Transformation through Skills, Technology, and Community Impact
Overview
The Skills and Social Impact Division of CGTS is where technology meets transformation. As a registered NPC and PBO, we channel corporate and development funding into digitally innovative, skills-focused community projects that tackle unemployment, inequality, and economic exclusion.
Our vision aligns with the Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals, bringing together government, private sector, and civil society to deliver measurable social impact through training, tech empowerment, and enterprise support.
Key Focus Areas
Digital & AI Workforce Skills
- Cybersecurity and digital hygiene
- AI literacy and workplace automation awareness
- Upskilling for digital transformation roles
Employee & Workplace Wellness Solutions
- Mental health first-aid and emotional resilience training
- Supportive counselling skills in the workplace
- Wellness programs for staff (stress, burnout, productivity)
Youth Empowerment & Work Readiness
- Accredited occupational qualifications (NQF-aligned)
- Job placement and internship pipelines
- Digital freelancing and gig economy onboarding
Women in Small Enterprise & Technology
- Digital marketing and business tools for female-led ventures
- Entry-level tech training (barista tech, e-commerce, point-of-sale systems)
Community-Based HR Impact Projects
- Train-the-trainer models for HR outreach
- Career coaching and recruitment support in under-resourced areas
- Community recruitment pipelines for local employment targets
Why Partner With Us?
- 📄 Section 18A Tax Benefits
- 📊 Measurable CSI & BBBEE Scorecard Gains
- 🎯 Skills spend aligned with real workforce demands
- 💡 HR-aligned programmes (mental health, digital upskilling, employee growth)
- 🧩 Customised Projects to fit your corporate purpose
- 📈 Full reporting, impact analytics, and co-branding opportunities
We help your business grow by building a future-fit, emotionally intelligent, and digitally empowered workforce — both inside and outside your company.
Strategic Alignment
- 📘 SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
- South African National Development Plan 2030
- ⚖️ BBBEE and Skills Development compliance
- 🧠 Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace (SA Government Strategy)
- 💼 HR Transformation through Tech & Talent Upliftment
Featured Courses
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Early Childhood Development Practitioner NQF4
The purpose of this Qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as an Early Childhood Development Practitioner. An Early Childhood Development Practitioner plans and prepares early childhood activities, facilitates and mediates learning, observes and assesses the progress of children, and reflects on learning in an inclusive, play-based environment to support holistic development of children (from conception – school going) in different centre-based or non-centre based settings.
NQF Level 4, Credits 131, SAQA ID: 97542
Duration 📅 1 Year
Mode of Delivery 🌐 Online 💼 Face-to-Face (Workplace Learning Only)
R15,300.00
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New Venture Creation / Entrepreneurship, NQF Level 2, Credits 32
In today’s dynamic business world, entrepreneurship has become one of the most sought-after skills. Successful startups may seem like overnight successes, but behind the scenes, they are powered by strong foundations in entrepreneurship principles, strategic innovation, and the courage to take risks. Our New Venture Creation/ Entrepreneurship equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to turn your business ideas into reality and navigate the challenges of launching and running your own venture.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, an established professional, or someone looking to shift into a new business venture, this program provides the tools you need to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing market.
R3,299.00
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Community Counselling NQF Level 5
The purpose of this Qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as an Early Childhood Development Practitioner. An Early Childhood Development Practitioner plans and prepares early childhood activities, facilitates and mediates learning, observes and assesses the progress of children, and reflects on learning in an inclusive, play-based environment to support holistic development of children (from conception – school going) in different centre-based or non-centre based settings.
NQF Level 4, Credits 131, SAQA ID: 97542
Duration 📅 1 Year
Mode of Delivery 🌐 Online 💼 Face-to-Face (Workplace Learning Only)
R5,000.00