Accredited training that builds skills and boosts business performance.
In today’s skills-hungry economy, upskilling your workforce with practical, job-ready tech skills has never been more important. But while the quality of training matters, formal recognition of that training matters just as much, especially when it comes to compliance, funding, and long-term career mobility.
That’s why we’re proud to announce that HyperionDev is now fully accredited by the QCTO (Quality Council for Trades and Occupations).
This national accreditation marks a major milestone in our journey to offer world-class, industry-recognised coding education – not just to individuals, but to businesses looking to transform their workforce and maximise B-BBEE scorecard impact.
Here’s what this accreditation means for you, your team, and the future of tech education in South Africa.
What is QCTO Accreditation – and Why Is It Important?
QCTO accreditation isn’t just another certificate – it’s a nationally recognised standard of quality that ensures our coding bootcamps meet South Africa’s occupational qualifications framework. Here’s why it matters:
- National Recognition – QCTO qualifications are registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), ensuring credibility and wide acceptance by employers and institutions.
- Skills Development Compliance – QCTO-accredited programmes directly contribute to Skills Development points on the B-BBEE scorecard.
- Tax Incentives – Companies may claim tax rebates through learnership allowances and Skills Development Levy rebates.
- Career Pathways – Learners can use their qualifications to access further learning or job opportunities – both locally and globally.
- Workplace Readiness – Our curriculum combines theory with practical, on-the-job projects – a key requirement for QCTO certification.
Which Bootcamps Are Available as QCTO-Accredited Programmes?
We offer five QCTO-accredited bootcamps designed for corporate-funded training and learnership programmes:
- Full Stack Web Development
Includes Occupational Certificate: Software Developer (NQF Level 5) - Data Science
Includes Python Developer Skills Programme - Software Engineering
Includes Occupational Certificate: Software Developer (NQF Level 5) - Cybersecurity
Including either Python Developer Skills Programme or Cybersecurity Defender Skills Programme - AI Engineering
Includes Python Developer Skills Programme
Note: Two of these bootcamps—Full Stack Web Development and AI Engineering—are also QCTO-accredited for individual certification, offering flexibility for both organisational upskilling and personal professional development.
What This Means for Companies
If your organisation is investing in digital skills development—whether through a company-sponsored learnership or a broader workforce training initiative—completing a QCTO-accredited HyperionDev programme delivers measurable value across several key areas.
Firstly, these programmes contribute directly to your B-BBEE scorecard, qualifying under the Skills Development and Absorption elements. This means your business can earn up to 25 points while simultaneously building critical digital capabilities within your teams. In addition to compliance benefits, you can also take advantage of generous tax rebates—up to R120,000 in deductions per learner, depending on their disability status and successful completion.
HyperionDev also supports long-term talent strategies through our “Hire from Us” initiative—an end-to-end recruitment solution that connects you with job-ready junior developers trained in our industry-aligned bootcamps. We can also work with you to create custom training pathways that address your organisation’s unique tech needs. To minimise disruption, training can be delivered through flexible formats including full-time, part-time, or hybrid models—allowing your team to learn without sacrificing productivity. Ultimately, our programmes help you build a future-ready workforce equipped with in-demand, recognised skills that deliver impact from day one.
Empower Your Team with Recognised Qualifications
When your employees complete a QCTO-accredited HyperionDev programme, they gain more than just technical skills—they earn credentials that create lasting impact for both their careers and your organisation.
This means your employees’ learning can lead to a nationally recognised qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), providing them with formal credentials that carry weight across industries. It also opens doors to further study and career advancement within South Africa’s formal education system.
For your organisation, this translates into stronger employee engagement and retention, as team members feel supported through credible, skills-based development. The training is aligned with industry and regulatory standards, helping you build a workforce that meets compliance requirements while enhancing your reputation. Best of all, the programmes are delivered by a trusted training provider, HyperionDev, backed by global tech leaders like Meta and Google.
Please note: QCTO accreditation is currently available only for select corporate-funded programmes and does not apply to self-funded or individual learners.
By offering QCTO-accredited training pathways through HyperionDev, your organisation is not only addressing today’s tech skills gap but also investing in long-term workforce development. These programmes provide employees with nationally recognised qualifications, meaningful career progression opportunities, and real-world skills aligned with industry demands.
For employers, the benefits are just as tangible—boosted talent retention, compliance with regulatory standards, and a stronger overall value proposition in the eyes of both staff and stakeholders.
Backed by Global Partnerships. Built for Africa.
HyperionDev is already working with organisations like Imperial College London, University of Chicago, Arizona State University, and Stellenbosch University. We’ve helped over 10,000 people start their tech careers, and now we’re offering these same outcomes to corporate teams, learners, and communities across South Africa.
With our QCTO accreditation, we’re formalising our impact and giving both learners and employers the confidence that their investment in education is future-proof, recognised, and transformational.
Want to Learn More?
Whether you’re a business looking to boost your B-BBEE points, or an individual wanting a nationally recognised tech qualification, our team is here to help.
Contact us today to explore your options. HyperionDev is not just a place to learn how to code — it’s where skills meet opportunity, and where education meets transformation.
