Who we are

Durnacol Skills Hub is a trusted private vocational training provider that has been equipping South Africans with practical artisan skills since 2007. With a fully accredited campus in KwaZulu-Natal, Durnacol offers hands-on, career-focused qualifications in boilermaking, welding, mechanical fitting, electrical, and more.

As part of the UXI Artisan Development Group, we are committed to transforming lives through vocational training that leads directly to employment and economic impact. Our programmes are SETA-accredited, practical, and aligned with real industry needs.

Whether you’re a school leaver, unemployed youth, or looking to upskill through ARPL, Durnacol Skills Hub provides the training, support, and national certification you need to succeed as a skilled artisan in today’s workforce.

DURNACOL About Story

OUR VISION & MISSION

VISION

Transforming the Nation through
Education, Training and Skills
Development.

MISSION

Establish Durnacol Skills Hub in
Private Education as the benchmark for
Excellence and Innovation by 2030.

what we stand for

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Accountability

We are transparent, fair, and accountable in all our actions.

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Trust

We build lasting relationships with learners, employers, and stakeholders.

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Innovation

We continuously evolve to meet industry needs and learner aspirations.

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Passion

We believe in developing people who uplift others.

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EXCELLENCE 

We hold ourselves to the highest standards in training delivery

BUILT ON EXPERIENCE. BACKED BY RESULTS.

Since our founding in 2007, Durnacol Skills Hub has grown into a respected artisan training and skills development provider based in Durnacol, KwaZulu-Natal, with a strong reputation for producing workplace-ready artisans across the province and beyond. We’ve proudly trained thousands of learners in high-demand trades such as Boilermaking, Welding, Mechanical Fitting, and Electrical.

Our leadership team is made up of industry experts, qualified facilitators, and a dedicated support team — all committed to ensuring learner success through quality, hands-on, and workplace-integrated training that aligns with national standards and employer expectations.

Choose your industry/field

DURNACOL About Artisan Trades

Artisan Trades

DURNACOL About Agriculture

Agriculture

DURNACOL About Business

Business

DURNACOL About Finance

Finance

DURNACOL About Marketing

Marketing

DURNACOL About Retail

Retail & Wholesale

DURNACOL About Food

Food industry

DURNACOL About Hospitality

Hospitality

DURNACOL About Tourism

Tourism

DURNACOL About Health

Health Care

DURNACOL About Online

Online

We are proud members of uxi artisan development

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