THE PNEUMA ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE NPC (PAE) IS PROUD TO...
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Pneuma was established in in 1987, registered as an entity in 2002, and started developing a specialised training Model which was launched in 2005
Full Time Courses
We offer intensive full-time courses only – this way, 3-5 years of training is compressed into 2 years of intensive dedication from learners and also from mentors and trainers/coaches, with a proven track record of 90-95% placement of our graduates.
The Bigger Picture
To empower Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSAs) with international-level skills required in order to transform the industry and their own lives, using the Model with the utilisation of ISO-9001/2008 for SETA accreditation, to ensure standardised and consistent training throughout.
Our Vision
To expand SMME footprint nationally, in order to be a conduit for SMME products using an existing successful brand, through joint ventures between SMMEs & Pneuma Jewellers, for sustainable SMME businesses to thrive through gaining access to markets and funding opportunities.
Our Mission
Ramp up the Skills Development Model through infrastructure upgrade to include Hi-Tech equipment to enable competitive manufacture of jewellery by, and skills development of HDSAs. Expand our footprint in order to be a conduit for SMME product using an existing successful brand, through Joint Ventures between SMES and Pneuma Jewellers, an accredited training provider and successful retailer, for sustainable SMME businesses to thrive.
Pneuma Academy of Excellence
Our Success Rate
Employment Rate
1
%
Current (confirmed) industry up-take rate of ourgraduates is 90% – 95%. space in between our graduates
Skill-Sets
1
+
Successfully Training & Placing Top-Quality Young Graduates, Including Deaf Learners & Young Mothers & Delivering The Super-Artisan – Holding at Least 2 Trades, but up to 5 Skill-Sets
Pneuma Academy of Excellence
Pneuma Academy
Board Steering Committee
Mike Pneuma
Executive Director - CEO
Industry Manufacturing Specialist (35-years). Business manager. Social-Development Specialist. Writing & Validation of Jewellery Learning Programmes - SETA (Since 2003).
Samsher Mansingh
Executive Director - CMO
Industrialist & business development specialist. Holds portfolio of high-level networks.
Ely Ye
CFO Chief Financial officer and SETA Funds
All Accounting and all funds and funding management controls.
Fikile Zinhle Shabangu
Fikile is an enthusiastic jewellery designer with a strong entrepreneurial...
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Thabiseng Setlaba
My name is Thabiseng Setlaba, it is with great enthusiasm...
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Boitumelo Zikalala
Allow me to introduce myself. In 2014 I completed the National...
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