Training and Development

Each year Khuthaza offers a number of training and development opportunities. They range from once off open courses to 8 month certificate courses.


Open Courses (Various levels)

SEPTEMBER 2010

6-10 September Foundations Training

Foundations Training
This is an intense 5 days technical course that will provide participants with the knowledge and practical skills for preparing and making good foundations.

Date:  6-10 September (Monday- Friday)
Time:  08h30 for 09h00 - 16h00
Fee:  R1500
Venue:  Tjeka Training Centre (Krugersdorp), 1 Jacob Street, Chamdor
Registration:  Contact Thabelo by Thursday 2 September at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)  Alternatively send an sms to 079 117 8300 or call 011 275 0268
Directions to venue: http://www.tjekatraining.co.za

Note: Space is limited and registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of registration fee.
Please note that parking space is very difficult with all the construction going on in the city


7 September Customer Service & Business Etiquette

Customer Service & Business Etiquette
The workshop focusses on the four elements of customer service: Reliability, Surprise, Customer Retention and Fairness. Participants will learn how to refine their dealing with both internal and external customers, and be alert to process improvements which can enhance customer service.

Date: Tuesday 7 September
Time: 08:30 for 09:00 - 13:00
Venue: The Federated Employers Mutual Assurance Company (FEM)
Building No 2, 101 Central Street, Houghton, Johannesburg
Fee: R120
Facilitator/Trainer: Arnold Matimba
Target Group:  Anyone involved in the industry

Register: Please register with Thabelo by Thursday 2 September at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Alternatively call 011 275 0268 or send an SMS to 079 117 8300

Space is limited and registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of registration fee.

11 September Foundations Workshop

Foundations Workshop
This is an introductory technical training workshop that will provide participants with basic knowledge and practical skills on foundations.

Date: Saturday 11 September
Time: 08:00 for 08:30- 15:00
Venue: Tjeka Training Centre (Krugersdorp), 1 Jacob Street, Chamdor
Fee:  R100
Target Group: Anyone involved in the industry who would benefit from a basic foundation workshop. This is a practical, hands-on workshop.
Register: Please register with Thabelo by Wednesday 8 September at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) Alternatively send an sms to 079 117 8300 or call 011 275 0268

Space is limited and registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of registration fee.


11 September Optimising Your Performance (Day 1)

Optimising Your Performance
Greg Melville-Smith from HR Practice is one of the most loved of our presenters! Optimising Your Performance is a 3-day Personal and Professional Development Programme run over 3 months. If you could use a boost right now and need some energy to help you find direction, set goals, take responsibility, release your fears and take on new challenges, this programme is for you! The programme will help you find your inner strength and show you that with focus you can do anything - even breaking boards with your bare hands! 

Date: Day 1: Saturday 11 September
Time: 08:30 for 09:00 - 16:00
Venue: The Business Place, 58 Marshall Street (Corner Sauer), Joburg
Fee: R360 (for all 3 days)
Target group: Students, contractors, young professionals, others running small construction related businesses
Registration: Please register with Thabelo by Tuesday 7 September at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Call 011 275 0268 or Send an SMS to 079 117 8300

Space is limited and registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of registration fee.

 

16 September Basic Excel

Basic Excel
Basic introductory to Microsoft Excel.

Date: Thursday 16 September
Time: 08:30 for 09:00 - 16:00
Venue: CECS, 3rd Floor FNB Nelson Mandela Building, 37 Harrison Street (corner Commissioner St) Johannesburg
Target group: This course is open to students, contractors or others involved in construction
Fee: R150
Register: Please register with Thabelo by 30 August at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Call 011 275 0268 or Send an SMS to 079 117 8300

Space is limted and registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of registration fee


16-17 September Costing and Tendering

Costing and Tendering
This is a very important part of your business. Its very crucial to know the basic information on how to tender and also to calculate the cost wisely.

Date: Thursday 16 - Friday 17 September
Time: 08:30 for 09:00 - 16:00
Venue: The Federated Employees Mutual Assurance Company,Building No. 2, 101 Central Steert, Houghton JHB, 2041
Fee: R400
Trainer/Facilitator: Pascal Oloo
Target group: Anyone involved in the industry
Register: Please register with Thabelo by Tuesday 7 September at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Call 011 275 0268 or Send an SMS to 079 117 8300

Space is limted and registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of registration fee.


Friday 17- Saturday 18 September Negotiation Skills

Negotiation Skills
This 2 days training will help entreprenuers to negotiate and reach agreement on matters relating to work situations.

Date:  Friday 17- Saturday 18 September
Time:  08:00 for 08:30 - 16:00
Venue: The Business Centre (Fourways), Design Quarter, off Leslie Road in Fourways (Joburg)
Fee: R500
Target group: Anyone involved in the industry.
Register: Please register with Thabelo by Tuesday 7 September at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Call 011 275 0268 or Send an SMS to 079 117 8300

Space is limited and registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of registration fee.


23 September: Intermediate Excel

Intermediate Excel
Computer Training: Intermediate Level Microsoft Excel

Date: Thursday 23 September
Time: 08:30 for 09:00 - 16:00
Venue: CECS, 3rd Floor FNB Nelson Mandela Building, 37 Harrison Street (corner Commissioner St) Johannesburg
Fee: R150
Target group: This course is open to students, contractors or others involved in construction
Register: Please register with Thabelo by 30 August at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Call 011 275 0268 or Send an SMS to 079 117 8300

Space is limted and registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of registration fee

 

31 August: Advanced Excel

Advanced Excel
Computer Training: Advanced Level Microsoft Excel

Date: Thursday 30 September
Time: 08:30 for 09:00 - 16:00
Venue: CECS, 3rd Floor FNB Nelson Mandela Building, 37 Harrison Street (corner Commissioner St) Johannesburg
Fee: R150
Target group: This course is open to students, contractors or others involved in construction
Register: Please register with Thabelo by 30 August at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Call 011 275 0268 or Send an SMS to 079 117 8300

Space is limted and registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of registration fee

Excavation

The Excavation programme is targeted to those of you who are exploring the construction sector and the idea of setting up a construction business. Through these activities we aim to assist you to decide whether or not construction is the right industry for you and to help you think through the pros and cons of running your own business. This programme will assist new entrants to do some of the market research anyone should undertake before starting a business.

Programme activities are offered throughout the year and are open to anyone.


2010 Certificate Programmes

Cornerstone (Entry level)

The Khuthaza Cornerstone programme creates a forum through which participants are able to build a foundation of knowledge and skills. This programme is aimed at those of you who are just setting up your construction businesses.

This is an 8 month certificate programme running in Joburg between March and November 2010.

CLICK HERE for the Programme Document
CLICK HERE for the Cornerstone Application

Connection (Intermediate level)

The Khuthaza Connection programme creates a forum through which you, the participants are able to build upon your existing knowledge and skills. The programme will also provide you with access to industry role-players and opportunities with the established sector. Through this programme we aim to provide you with skills, exposure, networks and knowledge that will enable you to improve the efficient operations of your companies and engage more effectively with the industry.

This is an 8 month certificate programme running in Joburg from March - November 2010.

CLICK HERE for the Programme Document
CLICK HERE for the Connection Application

Re a abelana (More Experienced)

Re a abelana creates a forum through which programme participants have greater access to leaders in the industry and opportunities with the established sector. The programme aims to provide you with skills, exposure, networks and knowledge that will enable you to grow your businesses and plan for the long term.

This is an 8 month certificate programme running in Joburg from March - November 2010.

CLICK HERE for the Programme Document
CLICK HERE for the Re a abelana Application


Industry Training & Development

Cement & Concrete Institute (C&CI)
C&CI offers a variety of technical courses focussed on the use of concrete
Technical Courses

NHBRC
NHBRC offers training free of charge to registered builders and your employees. If you are registered with NHBRC visit the following link or contact your regional NHBRC office for more information.
NHBRC email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Binnginton Copeland and Associates (BCA)
BCA offers a number of legal and contractual courses throughout the year. These courses are appropriate for professionals and experienced contractors.
Legal and Contractual Courses

Alusani
Alusani offers a number of courses targeted to the construction sector.
Construction Sector

JBCC
JBCC courses on the Principal Agreements and Minor Works Agreement are offered around the country.
Principal Agreements and Minor Works Agreement

Contracts on Demand
Contract Law Workshops: 2009 schedule

ProjectPro
Project Management Training

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