Kwekwe Polytechnic Apprenticeship Programmes – July 2026

Kwekwe Polytechnic, under the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science, and Technology Development, is offering Traditional Apprenticeship Programmes (TAP) from 27 July to 7th August 2026.

These programs are conducted on a block-release basis, allowing students to gain practical experience through trainee attachments while receiving ongoing mentorship and follow-ups.

The training includes entrepreneurial skills to equip graduates with the knowledge needed to start their businesses.

Admission Requirements for Kwekwe Polytechnic Apprenticeship Programmes

To apply, prospective students need to meet the following criteria:

• No formal qualifications are required, but applicants must be able to read and write.
• Applicants must be able to pay the prescribed tuition fees.
• Have an interest and potential for self-employment
• Be able to negotiate for one's own place of attachment (ideally in the formal sector.

Required Documents:

• Certified copies of the applicant's birth certificate and national ID.
• Two passport-size photographs.
• Proof of payment for the registration process.

Accommodation is limited and provided on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to confirmation.

Make sure all required documents are submitted along with the application for a smooth registration process.

Available Courses and Fees for Kwekwe Polytechnic Apprenticeship Programmes

Each course has a specified number of blocks, duration, and a block fee:

Courses available:

• Automobile Electrics – 4 blocks, 18 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Brick and Block Laying – 4 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Refrigeration – 4 blocks, 18 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Machine Shop – 4 blocks, 18 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Hotel and Catering – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.

• Cosmetology – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Cutting and Designing – 4 blocks, 18 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Housekeeping – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Waitressing – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Diesel Plant Fitting – 4 blocks, 18 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.

• Electrical Power – 4 blocks, 18 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Interior Decoration – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Motor Mechanics – 4 blocks, 18 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Panel Beating – 4 blocks, 18 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Spray Painting – 4 blocks, 18 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.

• Plumbing and Drain Laying – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Fabrication (Welding) – 4 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• ICT (Web Designing, Programming, Essentials and Network) – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Solar PV Installation and Maintenance – 2 blocks, 8 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Creative Art – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.

• Graphic Designing – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Artisanal Mining – 2 blocks, 8 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Safety, Health and Environmental Management – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Mineral Processing – 2 blocks, 8 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Nurse Aid – 2 blocks, 6 months. Commencement date: 27th of July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.

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• Creative Art – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27 July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Artisanal Mining – 2 blocks, 8 months. Commencement date: 27 July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Safety, Health and Environmental Management – 3 blocks, 12 months. Commencement date: 27 July 2026. Block fees: USD 95.
• Mineral Processing – 2 blocks, 8 months. Commencement date: 27 July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.
• Nurse Aid – 2 blocks, 6 months. Commencement date: 27 July 2026. Block fees: USD 85.

Fees and Registration for Kwekwe Polytechnic Apprenticeship Programmes

Each block costs USD 95, and an additional USD 10 registration fee is required at the commencement of the first block.

Banking Details:
ZB Bank Kwekwe Polytechnic
Nostro Account Number: 4556-00375118-406

Commencement Date

All Kwekwe Polytechnic Apprenticeship Traditional Programmes will start on 27 July 2026

Contact Information for Kwekwe Polytechnic Traditional Apprenticeship Programmes

For more details and applications, please contact Kwekwe Polytechnic:

Address: No. 1 Railway Avenue, P.O. Box 399, Kwekwe, Zimbabwe
Phone: +263 773 700 196 / +263 773 507 956
Fax: +263 55 8408 / +263 55 103 687
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.kwekwepoly.ac.zw

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