LEATHERWORK
Training Programme
This workshop trains about 12 people with a physical and/or intellectual
impairment. In a formal skills training programme, they are taught to make
leather goods and to learn basic business skills. After eight months,
our trainees are evaluated by the Walter Sisulu University of Technology
and receive accredited certificates. Having a certificated qualification
increases their chances of employment in the leatherwork field.
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Products
The trainers are taught to repair shoes and an assortment of leather
goods and to produce various leather products such as sandals, hats,
wallets, belts, bags and key holders.
Trainers
The two trainers in this workshop are highly qualified in this field
both having years of experience, formal and practical education. They
attempt to provide a creative, appropriate programme according to the
individual abilities and needs.
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Job opportunities
By promoting marketing in local venues, the production of more and
more creative products will be present. This will promote opportunities
to network and give further exposure for our trainees in the job market.
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