Building Digital Futures
In today’s world, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) continues to be one of the top employment sectors in South Africa, as highlighted by the Career Junction Index since May 2016. This trend is expected to continue growing both locally and globally.
In line with ORT SA’s mission of making people employable, our IT Academy is designed to bridge the gap between digital inexperience and tech readiness. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to advance your career, we offer the digital tools and support to help you thrive in the ICT industry.
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Learn to protect networks, systems, and digital assets
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Covers cybersecurity threats, legal compliance & risk response
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Hands-on training with real-world scenarios
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Prepares youth for careers in one of the fastest-growing tech fields
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Learn tools like Python, Power BI, SQL, Azure, and Excel.
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For youth looking to enter the data science and analytics space.
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Focused on practical learning and real-world data projects.
- Covers cybersecurity, IoT, digital communication
- Tailored for unemployed youth or those with limited digital exposure.
- Combines soft skills and tech training for job readiness.
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Learn to manage, monitor, and secure cloud-based systems
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Covers cloud platforms, data storage, virtualization, and security
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Includes real-world work experience and hands-on cloud labs
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Prepares learners for IT support and cloud infrastructure roles
