Professional Development

Internships

Sibikwa Arts Centre’s Internship Programme provides emerging practitioners with opportunities to gain practical workplace experience, develop professional skills and explore career pathways within the arts and cultural sector. Through exposure to Sibikwa’s artistic, educational, administrative and organisational activities, interns gain insight into the diverse roles and skills required to sustain a creative organisation. Combining experiential learning with mentorship, collaboration and professional development, the programme supports emerging talent to build confidence, strengthen their capabilities and apply their knowledge in a working environment. Through these opportunities, Sibikwa contributes to developing the next generation of arts and cultural practitioners, while creating pathways for meaningful participation in the creative economy.

For more information and/or registration, call 011 422 4359, WhatsApp 066 399 6012 or email caryn@sibikwa.co.za.

CATHSSETA Accredited Vocational Training

Our vocational training programmes target emerging artists and centre managers affiliated with arts centres, in urban, peri-urban and rural areas. Offering accredited Learnerships and Short Courses focusing on product development and market access, these programmes contribute to advancing creative industries across the country. Programmes, including Learnerships in Performing Arts (NQF level 4) and Arts Administration (NQF level 4) and a Short Course in Facilitation (NQF level 5), are dependent on available project funds. Applications to participate can only be made in response to a call by Sibikwa.

For more information and/or registration, call 011 422 4359, WhatsApp 066 399 6012 or email michael@sibikwa.co.za.

SACE Accredited Teacher-training Workshops

These workshops, accredited by the South African Council for Educators, are designed to enhance the knowledge and expand the tools of Grade 8 and 9 Creative Arts Educators to teach and assess the CAPS curriculum. SACE registered educators are encouraged to apply as a group and on completion of training will receive CPTD points.

For more information and/or registration, call 011 422 4359, WhatsApp 066 399 6012 or email michael@sibikwa.co.za.