Workplace Preparation Programme
The Workplace Preparation Programme equips young and unemployed individuals with the vital skills needed to thrive in a professional environment.
The duration of this skills programme can be adapted to the client’s needs provided that QCTO requirements are met.
- Flexible
- 30 Credits
- NQF Level 2
- SAQA ID: SP201201
Workplace preparation equips young and unemployed individuals with the vital skills needed to thrive in a professional environment.
Leverage Leadership instils the foundations of Emotional, Social, and Cultural Intelligence, fostering an understanding of professional behaviour and self-management as key components for work success.
Programme Objectives
The Workplace Preparation Programme targets the following objectives:
- Gain better insight about employment and expectations
- Present themselves well for interviews
- Make a good impression to prospective employers
- Manage work activities efficiently
- Communicate effectively within a team
- Manage him/herself, including his/her money
Who will benefit?
- Delegates placed in organisations for work experience
- Graduates entering the workplace
Programme Modules
Knowledge Modules
- Topic 1: Why work and Why You matter
- Topic 2: Job search and Growth mindset
- Topic 3: Know yourself to grow yourself
- Topic 4: Expectations
- Topic 5: Professionalism
- Topic 6: Onboarding – Getting it Right
- Topic 7: Succeeding in the workplace
- Topic 8: Money Management I
- Topic 9: Money Management II
- Topic 10: Time Management
- Topic 11: Interview and Communication
- Topic 12: Teamwork
- Topic 13: Problem solving and critical thinking
- Topic 14: Beat COVID-19
Application Component
- Topic 1: CV Preparation and cover Letter
- Topic 2: Interviews role-play
- Topic 3: Personal Budget development
- Topic 4: Teamwork
Related Reading

QCTO
Leverage Leadership
November 20, 2025

