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CPD Academy Learnership 2025 – General Freight & Side Tippers Course: Professional Truck Driver
The CPD Academy, a leading training provider in South Africa, is offering its General Freight & Side Tippers Course as part of the Professional Truck Driver Learnership for 2025. This programme is designed to train individuals to become skilled truck drivers, capable of operating vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) exceeding 3,500 kilograms.
It’s an excellent opportunity for those looking to enter the transport industry, gain a qualification, and secure a well-paying job. Here’s what you need to know about this learnership.
Programme Details
- Location: Holgatfontein, Gauteng, South Africa (CPD Academy base)
- Duration: 13 months
- Start Date: Ongoing admissions—classes begin once requirements are met
- Purpose: To prepare learners to plan, operate, and maintain records for truck driving, ensuring safe cargo transport from start to finish.
The learnership focuses on three core skills:
- Planning and Preparing: Getting a truck ready for a trip.
- Operating a Truck: Driving safely and efficiently.
- Maintaining Records: Keeping accurate operational documents.
About CPD Academy
Since its founding in 2012, the Commercial Professional Driver (CPD) Academy has aimed to set a high standard for truck driver training in South Africa. Based in Gauteng, the academy addresses the need for qualified drivers by offering practical, hands-on training that meets industry demands. With over a decade of experience, CPD Academy strives to turn learners into professionals who can thrive in the transport sector, regardless of their starting point.
Who Can Apply?
This learnership is open to individuals who meet these requirements:
- Education: Minimum Grade 10 certificate (latest school certificate must be provided).
- Age: At least 27 years old.
- Languages: Ability to speak and understand English and/or Afrikaans.
- Licenses:
- Valid Code 14 EC driver’s license with a Professional Driving Permit (PrDP).
- Documents:
- Valid South African passport.
- Certified copy of your latest school certificate.
- Assessments:
- Pass a psychometric assessment with at least a “trainable” result.
- Attend an interview with CPD Academy staff.
- Financial Commitment:
- Pay a registration fee (exact amount not specified—contact CPD for details).
- Pay the first part of the training cost before starting.
- Other Steps:
- Sign a training contract.
- Complete an induction process.
Classes start once you present your Code 14 EC license and complete all steps.
What You’ll Gain
This learnership offers significant benefits for participants:
- Job Opportunities: Training leads to quicker employment, regardless of when your license was issued.
- Practical Experience: On-the-job training provides real-world skills.
- Salary: From month 3 (Phase 2), learners earn a salary, with potential earnings of R12,000 to R26,000 gross per month by the end of the 13-month programme.
- Certificates: Receive a certificate after each phase, plus a formal NQF-registered qualification upon full completion.
- Exposure: Learn about market operations, administration, and transport logistics.
- Skill Development: Improve hand-eye coordination for better driving.
The programme takes you from unskilled to a professional truck driver in just over a year, with a clear path to a stable income.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online through the CPD Academy website. Follow these steps:
- Visit the Site: Go to https://cpda.co.za/applicants/.
- Fill Out the Form: Provide your personal details as requested.
- Attach Documents: Upload:
- Certified copy of your Grade 10 certificate (or higher).
- Certified copy of your South African passport.
- Proof of your Code 14 EC license and PrDP.
- Submit: Send your application and wait for a response (typically within three weeks).
- Next Steps: If shortlisted, you’ll:
- Complete a psychometric assessment.
- Attend an interview.
- Pay the registration fee and first training installment.
- Sign the contract and join induction.
There’s no set closing date—admissions are open year-round, but spaces are limited, so apply soon.
Key Information
- Duration: 13 months, split into phases with certificates awarded at each stage.
- Salary Progression: Starts in Phase 2 (month 3), reaching R12,000–R26,000 by the end.
- Contact: Email [email protected] for questions or clarification.
- Location Note: Training occurs in Gauteng—ensure you can travel to Rosslyn or nearby areas.
Why This Learnership Stands Out
South Africa’s transport industry needs skilled drivers, and CPD Academy’s programme meets that demand with a proven track record. The promise of a formal qualification, hands-on experience, and a job-ready salary of up to R26,000 per month makes this a top choice for anyone with a Code 14 license and a Grade 10 education. Plus, the focus on general freight and side tippers—common in logistics—ensures your skills are versatile and in demand.
