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Umfolozi TVET College

Contact Details

Telephone:
035 902 9501/035 902 9541
Email:
info@umfolozi.edu.za
Address:
Naboomnek Street, Arboretum, Richards Bay
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Overview

Umfolozi TVET College is one of South Africa's leading public Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, operating under the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). Located in the northern region of KwaZulu-Natal, the College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality vocational and occupational education that equips students with the practical skills, knowledge, and competencies required by industry and the labour market.

The College serves diverse urban and rural communities through its eight campuses: Chief Albert Luthuli, Eshowe, Esikhawini, Mandeni, Richtek, Sundumbili/Isithebe, Bambanana, and Nkandla. In addition, several skills centres extend training opportunities to surrounding communities, supporting local economic development and lifelong learning.

Umfolozi TVET College offers a broad range of National Certificate (Vocational) [NC(V)] programmes, NATED (Report 191) Engineering and Business Studies, occupational programmes, artisan development, skills training, trade testing, and selected distance learning opportunities. Through strong partnerships with industry, Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs), government departments, and community stakeholders, the College promotes work-integrated learning, entrepreneurship, innovation, and graduate employability.

Driven by a vision of excellence in vocational education, Umfolozi TVET College continues to empower students with industry-relevant qualifications while contributing to sustainable socio-economic development across KwaZulu-Natal and South Africa.

Campuses

Location Province
Chief Albert Luthuli KwaZulu-Natal
Eshowe KwaZulu-Natal
Isithebe KwaZulu-Natal
Mandeni KwaZulu-Natal
Nkandla KwaZulu-Natal
Richtek KwaZulu-Natal
Sundumbili KwaZulu-Natal
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Qualifications and Courses

NATED (N1-N6)

  • Business Management|On-Campus
  • Civil Engineering|On-Campus
  • Clothing Production|On-Campus
  • Elecrtrical Engineering|On-Campus
  • Farming Management|On-Campus
  • Financial Management|On-Campus
  • Hospitality and Catering|On-Campus
  • Human Resource Management|On-Campus
  • Instrumentation|On-Campus
  • Legal Secretary|On-Campus
  • MechanicaL Engineering|On-Campus
  • Public Management|On-Campus
  • Tourism|On-Campus

National Certificate (Vocational)

  • Civil Engineering & Building Construction|On-Campus
  • Computer Courses (End User)|On-Campus
  • Electrical Infrastructure Construction|On-Campus
  • Engineering & Related Design|On-Campus
  • Home decor|On-Campus
  • Hospitality|On-Campus
  • Information Technology & Computer science|On-Campus
  • Office Administration|On-Campus
  • Primary Agriculture|On-Campus
  • Process Plant Operations (Pulp & Paper Making|On-Campus
  • Transport & Logistics|On-Campus

Occupational & Skills

  • Boiler making|On-Campus
  • Bricklaying & plastering|On-Campus
  • Building and Construction|On-Campus
  • Carpentry|On-Campus
  • Community Housebuilding|On-Campus
  • Garment Making|On-Campus
  • Home Decor|On-Campus
  • Panelbeating|On-Campus
  • Plant Production|On-Campus
  • Plumbing|On-Campus
  • Vehicle Services|On-Campus
  • Welding|On-Campus
Qualifications last updated: 12 Feb 2026.

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