Fazeelah Isaacs

What does your company do?

CareChamp College is a QCTO-accredited vocational training institution dedicated to empowering women and individuals from disadvantaged communities with access to quality education and skills development in the care industry. We offer accredited programs in Early Childhood Development and Home-Based Care, as well as short courses designed to upskill and empower students for meaningful careers in the care sector. Through our ethical loan model, we break down financial barriers and make education truly accessible—enabling our students to upskill without the burden of crippling debt. Our mission is to uplift communities, empower women, and ensure that South Africa has the highest standard of care available—delivered by trained, compassionate professionals who understand the true value of care.

What is your biggest success?

My greatest success has been transitioning from working within CareChamp’s home care operations to helping establish CareChamp College as a standalone institution, alongside founder Sylvia Klopper. I discovered my passion for education and empowerment while training caregivers internally—and quickly saw the potential to scale that impact. That passion became purpose as we launched CareChamp College to provide accredited qualifications and short courses to women from disadvantaged communities. Being part of this journey—from building the curriculum to securing QCTO accreditation and watching our student numbers grow—has been incredibly rewarding. Seeing the college evolve and witnessing students transform their lives through education is a daily reminder that we are not just teaching skills—we are creating futures and raising the standard of care in South Africa.

What has been your biggest hurdle?

My biggest hurdle was stepping into the education space without a formal background in academic leadership. Coming from the home care side of the business, I had years of hands-on experience working with caregivers, understanding their needs, and supporting their growth—but transitioning into the structure, compliance, and systems of vocational education was a steep learning curve. Adapting to this new environment meant upskilling myself, leaning on mentors, and staying deeply connected to the reason we started CareChamp College: to uplift and empower. While it was challenging, it also gave me a deeper appreciation for the work we do. That transition helped me bridge the gap between real-world caregiving and quality education—and it’s made me a better leader, advocate, and champion for our students.