Learn a work skill on your phone. Finish with a certificate.
Short online courses for South Africans who want a job, want to grow in their job, or run a small business. R199 once-off per course, no monthly fees.
Access opens as soon as your payment is confirmed. No experience needed.
What do you want to do next?
Pick your goal and start with the course that fits. Each one is R199 and ends with a certificate you can add to your CV.
Get a job
Practical skills for entry-level work in shops, forecourts and offices.
Grow at work
Skills that help you do more in the job you have, or move into office work.
Run a business
For people starting a small business or growing one that is already running.
All 16 courses
Each course is R199 and works on your phone. Tap a course to see what you will learn.
Build Websites with AI: Get Paid to Make Sites for Small Businesses
Build real websites with free AI tools, no coding needed — then get paid making sites for local businesses.
Social Media Marketing: Get Paying Clients or Grow Your Business
Plan, create and grow pages that sell — then get paid managing social media for local businesses.
Excel & Data Capturing: Get Hired for Admin and Data Jobs
Capture data fast, clean messy lists and use XLOOKUP and pivot tables — the Excel skills employers test for.
Team Leader Skills: Lead Your First Team
Run shifts, hit targets and coach people fairly — get ready for your first promotion.
Bookkeeping & Payroll: Get Hired or Earn on the Side
Keep the books, reconcile the bank and run payroll — for a finance job or paid side work.
Sales Skills: Sell With Confidence
Close more sales, earn commission and sell your own products or services as a side hustle.
Call Centre Agent
Handle calls with confidence, calm angry customers and pass the call centre assessment.
CV, Interview & Job Search Skills
Write a CV that gets read, find real jobs, avoid scams and walk into interviews ready.
AI at Work: AI for Beginners
Use free AI tools on your phone to write your CV, cover letters and work emails.
Cashier Course
Customer service, cash accuracy and till (POS) work for shop and supermarket jobs.
Petrol Attendant Course
Safe fuel dispensing, vehicle checks and customer service on the forecourt.
Digital Literacy and Microsoft Skills
Computer basics, files and folders, the internet and using social media safely.
Office Administration & Management Skills
Time management, record keeping and planning meetings as an office administrator.
Finance for Non-Finance Professionals
Read financial statements, follow cash flow and plan budgets. No finance background needed.
Start & Grow My Business: Foundations
Spot opportunities and build a lasting business, including tendering for work.
Start & Grow My Business: Advanced
Skills and strategies to start, run, manage and grow a small or medium business.
Built for learning on your phone
The courses are written for beginners and explain everything in plain language.
Short chapters
Most courses have about 7 chapters. Finish in a few hours or spread it over a few days.
A quiz after each chapter
Check what you have learned before you move on. Retake a quiz if you need to.
Stop and pick up again
Your progress is saved, so you can come back later and carry on where you left off.
Certificate at the end
Complete the course and its assessments, then download your certificate of completion.
From payment to your first lesson in minutes
Choose a course
Tap Purchase on the course page. It goes straight to checkout.
Pay R199 once
Card, Instant EFT or Capitec Pay through PayFast. No monthly fees.
Start straight away
Your login and a link to your course arrive by email.
Get your certificate
Finish the lessons and quizzes, then download your certificate.
Something to show for your effort
When you finish a course you download a Purple Growth certificate of completion with your name, the course and the date.
- Add it to your CV and job applications
- Share it on WhatsApp or LinkedIn
- Keep it on your phone for interviews
Tip: the certificate uses the name on your learner profile, so register with your correct name.
Meet the people behind the courses
What our learners say
Real reviews from Purple Growth Training Academy students, all rated 5 out of 5.
“The ‘Learning to Earning & Internet Fundamentals’ course was well-structured, engaging, and very informative. The facilitators were supportive and patient, and they made sure everyone understood the content. I highly recommend PurpleGrowth to anyone who wants to grow their digital skills.”
“PurpleGrowth made me a bigger person. I didn’t know anything about technology, now I am a better person.”
“PurpleGrowth has helped me with more knowledge about internet and AI.”
“The Academy has made me realize that there are lots of skills out there that one needs to learn in order to enhance their career path.”
Free guides to help you get hired
Practical advice for job seekers in South Africa, from writing your CV to preparing for your first shift.
How to write a CV with no experience
Free ChatGPT prompts, an example layout and the mistakes to avoid.
Cashier course online with a certificate
What you learn, how long it takes, the cost and the skills shops want.
Petrol attendant course and job guide
Duties, requirements, safety and how to get started.
Before you buy
Do I need a computer?
No. Every course works on a smartphone with internet and a normal web browser.
How long do I have to finish?
Courses are self-paced. Study when it suits you, a little at a time.
What happens after I pay?
You get an email with your login details and a link to your course, so you can start straight away.
Is it a once-off payment?
Yes. R199 per course, paid once. There are no subscriptions or monthly fees.
Do I need any experience?
No. The courses are written for beginners and explain everything in plain language.
How do I pay?
Securely online through PayFast at checkout, by card, Instant EFT or Capitec Pay.
How do I get my certificate?
Complete the course and its assessments, then download your certificate from your learner dashboard. It shows the name on your learner profile.
Can I get a refund?
You can ask for a refund within 7 days of buying if you have not opened any course content. Email info@purplegrowth.co.za with your order number.
What if I get stuck?
Email info@purplegrowth.co.za and the team will help you.
Start learning today for R199
Pick a course, pay once and start on your phone in minutes. Finish with a certificate you can show employers.
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Purple Growth eCampus is run by Purplegrowth Training and Executive Coaching (Pty) Ltd, registration number 2016/426738/07. Questions? Email info@purplegrowth.co.za. Refund policy · Terms
