If you’ve got Matric, you’re out of work and you fancy a career in private security, TSU Group Holdings has just opened four learnership spots for 2026/2027. They’re aimed at unemployed South Africans aged 18 to 29, and they offer proper training plus real workplace experience — a genuine way into the sector.
The programmes run through two companies, AM Security Services and TSU Protection Services, across three locations: Centurion, Strand and Airport Industria in Cape Town. The goal is to help young people work towards becoming Security Officers, mixing classroom learning with time on the job.
One thing to sort out before you get excited, though: there are conditions. You’ve got to be unemployed, hold a South African ID, have Grade 12, and — this one trips people up — you must not already be registered with PSIRA.
The four programmes
| Programme | Company | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Security Learnership 2026/2027 | AM Security Services | Centurion |
| Security Learnership 2026/2027 | TSU Protection Services | Centurion |
| Security Learnership 2026/2027 | TSU Protection Services | Airport Industria, Cape Town |
| Security Learnership 2026/2027 | AM Security Services | Strand |
Each one runs on a contract basis and blends classroom learning with hands-on workplace exposure.
What the learnership actually involves
At its core it’s structured theory paired with practical work experience, all focused on the private security industry. The idea is to give you both the knowledge and the real-world exposure security work calls for.
For a young person who’s finished Matric but hasn’t cracked into the industry yet, that combination is a genuine foot in the door. Just bear in mind the exact setup can differ by programme and location, so read the individual vacancy details before you apply.
Do you qualify?
The requirements are fairly specific, so run through them honestly. You need to:
- be a South African citizen
- be unemployed
- be between 18 and 29 years old
- have a valid South African ID
- have completed Grade 12/Matric
- have English and at least a Level 4 in all subjects
- not be registered with PSIRA
- have no criminal record
- not currently be studying towards another qualification
- not currently be on another learnership
- have good communication skills, be able to work on your own and show some initiative
Computer literacy counts as a plus — think Microsoft Office, email and getting around the internet — but it’s not the main box you have to tick.
Pay close attention to the PSIRA rule
This is the one worth double-checking. The recruitment info is explicit: applicants must not be registered with PSIRA. So don’t assume an existing registration will slide by unnoticed. Check your status before you apply, because it directly affects whether you’re eligible.
Where the opportunities are
The four spots are split across Gauteng and the Western Cape.
Centurion, Gauteng has two separate programmes — one with AM Security Services and one with TSU Protection Services. You’d need to be able to get to the Centurion area.
Airport Industria, Cape Town is home to a TSU Protection Services learnership, so you’d have to be able to attend there.
Strand, Western Cape has an AM Security Services programme. Best suited to anyone living in or around the area who can reliably get to the training and workplace activities.
Think about location before you apply
These aren’t online-only opportunities. Because there’s practical workplace training involved, you need to be honest with yourself about whether you can get to the site day in, day out. Live far from the programme and transport and attendance can quickly become a headache. So pick the application that matches where you actually live, or where you can realistically show up.
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People with disabilities are encouraged to apply
The recruitment info specifically welcomes applications from people with disabilities. If that’s you, you’ll need to provide proof of disability with your application. The accepted documents listed are a doctor’s certificate or report, or a signed ITRDD13 completed by a registered medical doctor. Get that paperwork sorted before you submit.
The kind of person they’re after
Someone who can communicate well and work with others, but who can also crack on independently. Useful qualities include good communication, initiative, the ability to work on your own, basic computer literacy, professional conduct, following instructions and a real willingness to learn. Computer know-how isn’t the headline requirement, but familiarity with Microsoft Office, email and internet tools does count in your favour.
Four separate application links
Pick the one that matches the location and company you’re after:
- AM Security Services – Centurion: https://tsu.breezy.hr/p/877a520d94a201-am-security-services-centurion-learnership-programme-2026-2027
- TSU Protection Services – Airport Industria: https://tsu.breezy.hr/p/883a0f4dc02f01-tsu-protection-services-airport-industria-cape-town-learnership-programme-2026-2027
- TSU Protection Services – Centurion: https://tsu.breezy.hr/p/504b4537affe01-tsu-protection-services-centurion-learnership-programme-2026-2027
- AM Security Services – Strand: https://tsu.breezy.hr/p/2408e3bb682c01-am-security-services-strand-learnership-programme-2026-2027
Run through this before you hit submit
Go through the requirements carefully first. In particular, check that you:
- are between 18 and 29
- are unemployed
- are a South African citizen
- have a valid South African ID
- have Grade 12/Matric
- meet the English and subject-level requirement
- are not registered with PSIRA
- are not studying towards another qualification
- are not on another learnership
- have no criminal record
- can attend the relevant location
- have your disability documentation ready, if that applies
And a reality check: meeting the minimum requirements doesn’t automatically mean you’ll be selected.
Key information at a glance
Programme: Security Learnership 2026/2027
Target group: Unemployed South Africans
Age: 18–29
Minimum education: Grade 12/Matric
Locations: Centurion, Airport Industria and Strand
Companies: AM Security Services and TSU Protection Services
Experience: Not listed as compulsory
PSIRA: Applicants must not be registered
Contract: Yes
Training: Theory plus workplace-based learning
Disability applicants: Encouraged to apply
One gap to note: no stipend amount or closing date was given in the information used here. So check the individual recruitment pages for the programme-specific details rather than trusting figures floating around elsewhere.
Why it’s worth a look for young job seekers
For unemployed Matriculants keen on security work, a learnership beats just firing off applications for permanent posts and hoping. The practical side gets you used to what a workplace expects, while the theory gives you structured grounding in the sector.
That said, weigh up the full picture before you commit — especially the location, your PSIRA status, the age limit and the fact that you need to stay unemployed for the duration of the programme.
Source and verification: This article is based on the recruitment details supplied for the four TSU Group Holdings security learnership programmes and their application pages. It doesn’t add a stipend, closing date or qualification details that weren’t provided.
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Disclaimer: Recruitment requirements, programme availability and application status can change. Applying doesn’t guarantee selection or placement. Review the relevant official recruitment page before submitting personal information.
A quick word on scams: A genuine learnership never asks you to pay to apply or to secure a place. If anyone claims they can guarantee you a spot in exchange for money, treat it as a red flag.
