Learnership: Long Term Insurance – PWD – Discovery Limited
- Offered by Discovery Careers
- Business Unit: Discovery Central Services
- Industry: Financial Services / Insurance
- Learnership Type: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4
- Opportunity specifically for People Living with Disabilities (PWD)
Main Purpose
This learnership provides people living with disabilities the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification while receiving practical workplace experience within the financial services industry. The programme combines structured learning with hands-on work experience to help learners build professional skills and industry knowledge.
Areas of Exposure
- Medical Aid client servicing
- Claims administration
- New business support
- Health benefits administration
- Call centre operations
Skills and Competencies
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Good planning and time management
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Service-driven attitude
- Adaptability and willingness to learn
- Good communication skills
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Mathematics Level 4 (50%) OR
- Maths Literacy Level 5 (60%)
- English Level 4 (50%)
- Second language Level 4 (50%)
- Basic computer skills including MS Excel and MS Outlook
Additional Requirements
- Must be between 18 and 25 years old
- Must not be employed or studying after Matric
- Must not have completed a previous learnership
- Incomplete tertiary qualification will be an advantage
- Must have good written and verbal English communication skills
Employment Equity
- Discovery encourages applications from people living with disabilities
- Recruitment will follow the company’s Employment Equity Plan and Targets
Why This Opportunity Is Good
This learnership is ideal for young people living with disabilities who want to build a career in the insurance and financial services industry. It offers recognised qualifications, workplace experience, professional development, and exposure to a leading South African financial services company.