Start your marketing career today with the Impactful Marketing Coordinator learnership. It gives Grade 12 learners a clear path into campaign support, digital marketing, customer‑relationship management and sales coordination.
What the learnership is
The programme blends marketing theory with real‑world tasks. You will help plan campaigns, organise events, monitor customer feedback and track business performance. On successful completion you will receive a 175‑credit Occupational Certificate: Marketing Coordinator at NQF Level 5.
The qualification is registered with the South African Qualifications Authority (ID 118706) and carries Q‑number 32Q320065282405. Services SETA acts as the Assessment Quality Partner.
Who can apply
The only formal entry requirement is a National Senior Certificate (Grade 12). This means you do not need a diploma or degree before you apply.
The learnership is suitable for:
- School leavers who enjoy creative and business work
- Anyone looking to start a career in marketing or communications
- People shifting from another field into marketing
- Current employees who support campaigns, content or communications
- Employers who want to build junior marketing teams
Organisations can also use the qualification to meet the training requirements of their Workplace Skills Plans.
What you will gain
You will earn an NQF Level 5 certificate worth 175 credits, divided as follows:
- 36 credits – knowledge modules (marketing principles, business tools, digital tools, etc.)
- 36 credits – practical skills modules (campaign coordination, event logistics, CRM, etc.)
- 103 credits – work‑experience modules (real‑world placement or simulated environment)
These credits prepare you for entry‑level roles such as Marketing Coordinator, Campaign Assistant, CRM Assistant, Marketing Events Assistant, Junior Digital Marketing Assistant and similar positions.
How to apply – step by step
- Visit the official Impactful website at https://impactful.co.za to find the contact details.
- Email impactful@lrmg.co.za and request the latest learnership factsheet.
- Ask for confirmation of the next intake date, programme length, tuition fees and whether a learner allowance is offered.
- Gather the required documents (proof of Grade 12, ID, CV and any employer letters if you are applying through a company).
- Submit the completed application together with the requested documents to the email address provided.
- Wait for written confirmation of your enrolment and details on the workplace placement.
Tips to improve your chances
- Ask whether Impactful provides the 103‑credit workplace component or expects you to arrange it yourself.
- Confirm the assessment schedule – you will need to pass both internal assessments and the External Integrated Summative Assessment.
- Clarify the delivery mode for your intake (classroom in Johannesburg, virtual instructor‑led or on‑site nationwide).
- Double‑check any payment instructions before sending money.
- Prepare a neat CV that highlights any school projects, volunteer work or part‑time jobs related to marketing, events or customer service.
Next steps
Because the factsheet does not list a specific 2026 deadline, stipend or programme duration, it is crucial to contact Impactful directly and obtain written confirmation of all details.
Take the first step now. A short enquiry can give you the information you need to decide whether this learnership matches your career goals.