City of Cape Town Metro Police & Traffic Learnership 2026
An 18-month full-time paid learnership training unemployed youth aged 18-35 as traffic officers and law enforcement officers, delivering the FETC in Road Traffic Law Enforcement and Law.
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Provider: City of Cape Town (Public Safety Training College / Metro Police Academy) • Cape Town
Program Overview
Program Details
Key Benefits
- ✓NQF Level 4 accredited qualification
- ✓Real workplace experience with a recognised employer
- ✓Stipend: R36.66 per hour during training
- ✓Mentorship and structured on-the-job training
- ✓Strong pathway toward permanent employment
Entry Requirements
- ✓Grade 12 / Matric (NQF Level 4) qualification, with documentary proof
- ✓Permanent resident within the City of Cape Town's jurisdiction (proof required)
- ✓At least 18 and under 35 years of age, and currently unemployed
- ✓Valid Code B (or higher) manual-transmission driver's licence; proficient in English plus at least one other official language
- ✓Medically and physically fit for strenuous training, with no criminal record / pending cases (no visible tattoos when in uniform)
Career Opportunities
On successful completion, learners can pursue roles such as:
How to Apply
Check the requirements
Confirm you meet every entry requirement before you apply.
Prepare your documents
Certified ID, matric certificate / qualifications, CV and any supporting documents.
Apply online
Submit your application via the official City of Cape Town (Public Safety Training College / Metro Police Academy) careers portal.
Assessments & interview
Shortlisted candidates complete assessments and interviews.
Placement
Successful learners sign a learnership agreement and begin the programme.
⚠️ Good to Know
STATUS: Recurring annual program. The most recent (2026) cycle had a firm closing date of 6 November 2025, with training starting 7 January 2026. As of June 2026 that intake has closed and no new open intake is confirmed, so status is "recurring" rather than "active". The program runs through the City\'s Public Safety…
• Only shortlisted candidates are typically contacted — check the official portal for the latest intake dates.
• Learnerships are aimed at unemployed South African youth; preference is often given to candidates from designated groups.
• Beware of scams — GoCareers never charges for applications, and neither do legitimate employers.
Ready to apply?
Head to the official City of Cape Town (Public Safety Training College / Metro Police Academy) careers portal to submit your application.
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