ASSESSING THE CAPACITY OF COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND TRAINING COLLEGES TO SUPPORT LOCAL GOVERNMENT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES.

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Title:	ASSESSING THE CAPACITY OF COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND TRAINING COLLEGES TO SUPPORT LOCAL GOVERNMENT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES.
Authors:	van der Waldt, G.¹, Fourie, D. J.², Malan, C.²
Source:	South African Journal of Higher Education. Apr2026, Vol. 40 Issue 2, p297-315. 19p.
Subject Terms:	Community education, Occupational training, *Educational programs, Local government, Job vacancies, Cooperation, South Africans
Abstract:	This article reports on the assessment of the capacity of Community Education and Training Colleges (CETC) to facilitate skills development initiatives within South African municipalities. With a focus on the vital role of local government in driving socio-economic development, particularly in the context of a rapidly changing workforce landscape, understanding the effectiveness of CETCs in supporting local government's skills development endeavours is crucial. The study employed an empirical approach, utilising a combination of document analysis, semi-structured interviews and questionnaires to gather insights from stakeholders involved in both the CETC system and local government. Through a structured analysis of data collected the study aimed to provide a comprehensive assessment of the current state of collaboration between CETCs and the Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA) in advancing the skills development agenda. The findings of the study offer valuable insights for education administrators and local government officials, informing strategies to enhance the more effective alignment between CETC educational programmes and the scarce skills identified by the LGSETA, ultimately contributing to more effective skills development outcomes and employment opportunities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:	This article reports on the assessment of the capacity of Community Education and Training Colleges (CETC) to facilitate skills development initiatives within South African municipalities. With a focus on the vital role of local government in driving socio-economic development, particularly in the context of a rapidly changing workforce landscape, understanding the effectiveness of CETCs in supporting local government's skills development endeavours is crucial. The study employed an empirical approach, utilising a combination of document analysis, semi-structured interviews and questionnaires to gather insights from stakeholders involved in both the CETC system and local government. Through a structured analysis of data collected the study aimed to provide a comprehensive assessment of the current state of collaboration between CETCs and the Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA) in advancing the skills development agenda. The findings of the study offer valuable insights for education administrators and local government officials, informing strategies to enhance the more effective alignment between CETC educational programmes and the scarce skills identified by the LGSETA, ultimately contributing to more effective skills development outcomes and employment opportunities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:	10113487
DOI:	10.20853/40-2-6792