Courses Offered at Valombola VTC
Automotive Mechatronics: NQF Level 2 - 3
The course provide trainees with practical skills and theoretical knowledge required on automobile to diagnose, service and repair automotives. The course is a combination of automotive mechanic, automotive electronics and; petrol & diesel mechanic.
Minimum Admission Requirements
JSC (Grade 10) with 23 points in 6 subjects, E symbol in English, Mathematics and Physical Science
OR
New curriculum (NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbol in English, Mathematics and Physics / Chemistry.
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbols in English, Mathematics and Physical Science.
Possible Careers
Automotive Technician, Workshop Manager, Vehicle Sales, VET-Trainer, Vehicle Examiners, Entreprenuer, etc.
Estimated Cost/Fees
N$16 000 as per the NSFAF fee structure.
Bricklaying & Plastering: NQF Level 1 - 3
The course provide trainees with practical skills and theoretical knowledge to perform basic bricklaying and plastering tasks, including plan and organize construction work. Bricklaying and plastering also include manufacturing bricks, using brick hand tools and work in a bricklaying team. Trainees perform basic estimations, measurement, calculations, tasks to level, build, plaster and tiling.
Minimum Admission Requirements
JSC (Grade 10) with 23 points in 6 subjects, E symbol in English, Mathematics and Physical Science
OR
New curriculum (NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subjects, F Symbol in English, Mathematics and Physics / Chemistry.
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbols in English, Mathematics and Physical Science.
Possible Careers
Bricklaying, Construction Site Supervisor, Tiler, Entreprenuer, VET-Trainer, etc.
Estimated Cost/Fees
N$16 000 as per NSFAF fee structure.
Electronics: NQF Level 2 - 4
The course provide trainees with practical skills and theoretical knowledge on circuit concepts and measurements for electronics. Demonstrate and apply fundamental knowledge of analogue electronics circuits, carry out basic electrical circuit analysis, soldering and de-soldering tasks, analyse basic Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) electrical circuits. Trainees also apply knowledge of high frequency circuits and programming.
Minimum Admission Requirements
New curriculum (NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subjects, F Symbol in English, Mathematics and Physics / Chemistry
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F Symbols in English, Mathematics and Physical Science.
Possible Careers
Artisans in telecommunications providers, mobile phones, radio, TV and satellite companies, manufacturers and providers of PCs, tablets and ATM machines, medical device and medical instrument manufacturers and repair, aviation and aerospace companies, manufacturing sector – programmable logic controls (PLCs) and industrial machinery developers.
Estimated Cost/Fees
N$16 000 as per NSFAF fee structure.
Office Administration: NQF Level 1 - 4
The course provide trainees with practical skills and theoretical knowledge to perform basic office administration tasks, perform basic computer operations in an office environment; apply fundamental communication and numeracy competencies in performing office administration duties.
Trainees are also required to demonstrate coordination of team projects, monitor customer services, plan meetings, organize events, organize travel arrangements, complex word processing skills, establish office record system and write complex documents as part of office procedures.
Minimum Admission Requirements
New curriculum (NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subject’s F symbol in English and Mathematics
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbols in English and Mathematics.
Possible Careers
Receptionist, Call Centre Agent, Secretary, Office Administrator, Client Service Consultant, VET-Trainers, Personal Assistant, etc.
Estimated Cost/Fees
N$16 000 as per NSFAF fee structure.
Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration: NQF Level 1 - 3
The course provide trainees with practical skills and theoretical knowledge on science of moving heat from low temperature to high temperature applied in (RAC) systems and equipment. Fundamentals of physics related to air-conditioning and refrigeration, plan, organize and complete work in an air conditioning and refrigeration work environment. Use and maintain air-conditioning & refrigeration systems and replace domestic compressors.
Minimum Admission Requirements
New curriculum(NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subjects, F Symbol in English, Mathematics and Physics / Chemistry
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F Symbols in English, Mathematics and Physical Science.
Possible Careers
Airc-conditioning Artisan/ Technician, VET-Trainer, Entreprenuer, etc.
Estimated Cost/Fees
N$16 000 as per NSFAF fee structure.
Clothing Production: NQF Level 1 - 3
The course provide trainees with practical skills and theoretical knowledge on the significance of clothing production. Trainees are exposed to oversee every stage of clothing production from sourcing the correct fabric, design and then production.
Minimum Admission Requirements
JSC (Grade 10) with 23 points in 6 subjects, E symbol in English and Mathematics
OR
New curriculum (NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbol in English and Mathematics
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbols in English and Mathematics
Possible Careers
Fashion Designer, Pattern Maker, Cutting Room manager, Production Line Supervisor, Finishing & Dispatching Supervisor, Seamstress/Machinist, VET Trainer, Entreprenuer, etc.Estimated Cost/Fees
N$16 000.00 as per NSFAF fee structure.
Joinery & Cabinet Making: NQF Level 1-3
The course provide trainees with practical skills and theoretical knowledge on manufacturing, assembling, installing or repairing wooden furniture using hand tools, power tools and equipment. Trainees study drawings of items to be constructed or repair and plan sequence of cutting or shaping operations to be performed.
Minimum Admission Requirements
JSC (Grade 10) with 23 points in 6 subjects, E symbol in English, Mathematics and Physical Science
OR
New curriculum (NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subjects, F Symbol in English, Mathematics and Physics / Chemistry.
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbols in English, Mathematics and Physical Science.
Possible Careers
Joiner, Cabinet Maker, Wood Technologist, VET-Trainer, Entreprenuer, etc
Estimated Cost/Fees
N$16 000 as per NSFAF fee structure.
Plumbing and Pipe Fitting: NQF Level 1 - 3
The course provide trainees with practical skills and theoretical knowledge to produce basic sketches and drawings used in plumbing operations. Trainees perform basic estimations, measurements and calculations as part of plumbing operations, carry out maintenance of domestic plumbing installations; and adjust water service controls and devices.
Minimum Admission Requirements
JSC (Grade 10) with 23 points in 6 subjects, E symbol in English, Mathematics and Physical Science
OR
New curriculum (NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subjects, F Symbol in English, Mathematics and Physics / Chemistry.
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbols in English, Mathematics and Physical Science.
Possible Careers
Residential Plumber, Commercial Plumber, Industrial Plumber, Sanitary Plumber, Pipefitting and Sprinkler Fitting Plumber, Plumbing Contractor, VET-Trainer, etc.Estimated Cost/Fees
N$16 000 as per NSFAF fee structure.
Boiler Making: NQF Level 2 - 3
The course provide trainees with practical skills and theoretical knowledge to perform basic estimations, measurements and calculations of metal fabrication operations. Trainees also fabricate metal structural steel to make or repair products, as well as structures.
Minimum Admission Requirements
JSC (Grade 10) with 23 points in 6 subjects, E symbol in English, Mathematics and Physical Science
OR
New curriculum (NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subjects, F Symbol in English, Mathematics and Physics / Chemistry.
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbols in English, Mathematics and Physical Science.
Possible Careers
Artisan, Boiler Foreman, VET-Trainer, Entrepreneurs, etc.
Estimated Cost/Fees
N$16 000 as per NSFAF fee structure.
Electrical General: NQF Level 2 - 3
The course provide trainees with practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to install, maintain wiring and lighting systems, inspect electrical components, such as transformers and circuit breakers.
Minimum Admission Requirements
New curriculum (NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbol in English, Mathematics and Physics / Chemistry
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbols in English, Mathematics and Physical Science.
Possible Careers
General Electrician, Construction Electricial, Industrial electrician, VET-Trainer, Entreprenuer, etc.Estimated Cost/Fees
N$16 000 as per NSFAF fee structure.
Hospitality and Tourism: NQF Level 2 - 4
The course is designed to provide trainees with theoretical and practical skills to operate as a cook, waitron, receptionist or accommodation assistant in various hospitality establishments, while also trained on client service and human relations.
Four Areas of Specialization:
- Commercial Cookery
- Food and Beverage
- Front Office
- Housekeeping
Admission Requirements
JSC (Grade 10) with 23 points in 6 subjects, E symbol in English and Mathematics
OR
New curriculum (NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbol in English and Mathematics
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbols in English and Mathematics.
Possible Careers
Bartender, Waiter/Waitress, Executive Chef, Cooks , Housekeeper, Reservationist, VET-Trainer, Caterer, Hotel Manager, etc.
Estimated Cost/Fees
N$ 16 000.00 as per NSFAF fee structure.
Welding And Metal Fabrication: NQF Level 2 - 4
The course provide trainees with practical skills and theoretical knowledge on planning and organize metal fabrication work, use hand tools for metal fabrication, interpret welding signs and symbols as part of metal fabrication operations.
Trainees are required to complete routine tasks using metal fabrication machines, demonstrate knowledge of engineering metals, properties and standards; and electrodes and filler rods.
Minimum Admission Requirements
JSC (Grade 10) with 23 points in 6 subjects, E symbol in English, Mathematics and Physical Science
OR
New curriculum (NSSCO) (Grade 11) 20 points in 6 subjects, F Symbol in English, Mathematics and Physics / Chemistry.
OR
Old curriculum (Grade 12) 20 points in 6 subjects, F symbols in English, Mathematics and Physical Science.
Possible Careers
Estimated Cost/Fees
N$16 000 as per NSFAF fee structure.












