The MERSETA is one of 23 Sector Education & Training Authorities (SETAs) established in SA in terms of the Skills Development Act of 1998.

In accordance with this Act, sector specific bodies (SETAs) have been set up to encourage skills development through the establishment of a system of levies and grants, the registration of new learners and the quality assurance of training providers and assessors.

The 23 SETAs broadly reflect different sectors of the SA economy. The MERSETA is the SETA for Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services, covering the metal and engineering, auto manufacturing, motor retail and components, new tyre and plastics industries.

VISION:

"To promote economic and employment growth and social and economic development, redress inequalities in education and training, and facilitate and advance employment equity in the sector."

CONTACT DETAILS:

Postal Address:
PO Box 61826
Marshalltown
2107

Physical Address:
Metropolitan Park
3rd Floor
8 Hillside Rd
Parktown
Gauteng
South Africa

Tel: +27(0)11 484-9310
Fax: +27(0)11 484-9319