The City of Ekurhuleni is offering free online courses tailored to help residents gain internationally recognised certificates in the field of Information and Technology (IT).
Residents are informed that applications for the free online courses are open and will be closed on Saturday, 15 March.
The multi-course programme is presented by international technology company Computer Information Systems Company (SISCO) in partnership with the City of Ekurhuleni and the National Library of South Africa.
“The programme is not only designed to help residents gain certificates, but also valuable knowledge in IT especially now that Artificial Intelligence is becoming our way of life,” says metro spokesman Zweli Dlamini.
Courses available include:
Introduction to Digital Literacy;
Introduction to Computer Hardware and Operating Systems;
Introduction to Cybersecurity;
Introduction to Networking; and
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Residents interested in participating are encouraged to apply online and ensure they meet the following application requirements:
Must be a resident of Ekurhuleni (provide proof of residence not older than three months);
Must have a Grade 12 certificate; and
Must not have a formal IT or related qualification.Preference will be given to unemployed youth.
Applications must be submitted to https://tinyurl.com/CISCOJan2025.
The programme gets underway on Monday, 31 March 2025.
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