How to Write a CV for a Learnership (With Structure)
5 min · Updated 7 April 2026
Your CV is the first filter between you and a learnership. A clean, 2-page CV with the right information gives you a real advantage over hundreds of applications.
CV Structure for Learnership Applicants
Section 1 — Personal Details: Full name, ID number, contact number, email address, physical address, province. Do not include a photo unless specifically requested.
Section 2 — Education: Institution name, year completed, relevant subjects and symbols. List Matric first. If you have a TVET qualification or any other certificate, list it too.
Section 3 — Experience: Any work experience, even informal, part-time, or volunteer. Include company name, your role, dates, and 2–3 bullet points. No experience? Include community work or school projects.
Section 4 — Skills: Basic computer literacy, languages spoken, driver's licence if applicable. Keep it brief and honest.
Section 5 — References: Two references — a teacher, community leader, or family friend (not a parent). Include name, relationship, and phone number.
Non-Negotiable CV Rules
Maximum 2 pages. Font: Arial or Calibri, size 11–12. No spelling errors. Save as PDF — not Word (.doc). File name: YourName-CV.pdf. No photo unless requested.
Frequently asked questions
Should I include a photo on my CV?
Only if the application specifically asks for one. Adding an unrequested photo wastes space.
What if I have no work experience at all?
Include volunteer work, helping at a family business, school projects, or community involvement. Something is always better than leaving it blank.