German Craft Academy of Technology

As Nelson Mandela once said? "Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.

German Craft Academy of Technology

A Training Academy in South Africa to combat the shortage of skilled labour in Germany and South Africa

About Us

Here, young people are to be trained for the local and German labor market according to the German dual training system.

A strong partner for crafts – Academy in South Africa. Exactly. Correct. Successful implementation will meet the need for skilled workers and thus strengthen and support the economy.

The project will also open up new opportunities for contributing companies in South Africa.

Together we will do something about the shortage of skilled labour!

German Craft Academy of Technology

Dual training in South Africa

This Academy will train young people in plumbing, heating and ventilation - according to German dual training programmes on German products and with German installation materials.

German Craft Academy of Technology

We are doing something!

This is the credo under which - with the support of German partners a Training Academy to set up in South Africa . This Academy will train young people in plumbing, heating and ventilation - according to German dual training programmes on German products and with German installation materials. In addition to practical training by trained examiners, the overall concept also includes an academic component. Our trainees receive compulsory German courses and are prepared for life in German social studies.

Our graduates not only fulfil the requirements of the German and South African companies They will fulfill also t the criteria of the new Skilled Labour Immigration Act.

German Craft Academy of Technology

Testimonials

Our trainees and partner companies share how training at the Academy changed their lives and strengthened international and local industry.

We approached Jürgen for his specialist expertise in construction plumbing / waterproofing, and his technical skills, professionalism, and leadership truly stood out. He delivered innovative, high-quality solutions — including valuable input on LEED-certified projects — and proved to be a trusted and results-driven partner.

Lethu Mondi

Project Manager, COEGA Public Works

WBHO partnered with Jürgen Hellmann of German Haustechnik for The Silos Apartments project at the Cape Town Waterfront His expertise in waterproofing and plumbing — combined with his professionalism and strong leadership — played a key role in the success of this prestigious development.

Faghmie Enos

Quantity Surveyor, WBHO (Pty) Ltd

Practical training is the key to a successful future. With our HT Safe building drainage systems, Ostendorf Kunststoffe supports hands-on education at GCAT in South Africa – helping young talents develop real skills for the future of building technology.

Claudia Hanken

Managing director, Ostendorf Kunststoffe

At ALARM Werkzeuge, precision begins with the right tools – engineered for reliability and accuracy – and with people who master them through solid training. By supporting the German Craft Academy of Technology in South Africa, we help young talents build real skills for the future of installation technology

Vera Bökenbrink

Managing director, ALARM Werkzeuge

Before joining the Academy, I didn’t know much about construction or plumbing. The practical lessons helped me understand how to do quality work. Now I can handle projects on my own, and I’m proud of how far I’ve come.

Henri , Cape Town

Apprentice

Jürgen encouraged me to start the online training with GCAT and later begin my plumbing apprenticeship in Germany. His guidance and support helped me find a profession I’m passionate about and build a solid future in the trade.