Correctional Services Learnership 2025 — DCS Apply Online
Meta Description
The Department of Correctional Services Learnership 2025 is now open. Requirements, stipend, duties and application steps.
Introduction
The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has officially opened applications for the 2025 Correctional Services Learnership, one of the most popular government programmes for unemployed youth. This 12-month learnership offers both theoretical training and practical exposure inside correctional centres, preparing learners for careers as Correctional Officials.
This learnership is highly competitive and ideal for applicants who want a structured, discipline-focused, uniformed government career.
Learnership Overview
Programme: DCS Correctional Services Learnership 2025
Duration: 12 months
Stipend: ± R4 000 per month
Qualification: Further Education and Training Certificate in Corrections
Closing Date: 30 July 2025
Location: Nationwide
Minimum Requirements
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South African citizen
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Ages 18–35
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Grade 12 certificate
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No criminal record
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Good physical and mental fitness
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Prepared to work in a security environment
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Willing to undergo training and assessments
What You Will Learn
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Correctional Centre operations
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Security procedures
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Rehabilitation programmes
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Inmate management
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Human rights and discipline
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Administrative tasks
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Reporting and communication inside centres
Key Duties (During Practical Training)
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Supporting correctional officials
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Assisting with searches and inspections
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Escorting inmates (under supervision)
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Maintaining safety and order
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Participating in rehabilitation activities
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Handling documentation and daily registers
Benefits
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Nationally recognised qualification
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Monthly stipend
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Government training
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Pathway to permanent employment
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Skills growth and discipline development
How to Apply
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Collect an application form from any Correctional Centre or DCS regional office.
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Attach:
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ID copy
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Matric certificate
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CV
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Submit applications physically to your nearest DCS office.
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Attend fitness and aptitude assessments if shortlisted.
Recommended Reading
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learnerships available for youth in security and public service fields (learnerships category)
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government security and safety vacancies hiring nationwide (vacancies category)
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free courses that improve your CV for law-enforcement careers (free courses category)
Final Thoughts
The DCS learnership remains one of the strongest stepping stones into a long-term government career. Apply early and make sure your documents meet all requirements.