| Model | Description |
| EPWP | Learner ship type models meant for the development of the Grade 1 and 2 construction workforce |
| ECDP | Emerging Contractor Development Programmes meant for Grade 2 to 3 SSECs |
| EDPs | Enterprise Development Programmes for, typically, contractors in Grades 3 to 6 who exhibit potential to develop |
| IECDM | Realised in the improvement of business management skills, tendering skills, business growth, CIDB grading and increased employment chances |
| SACEM | Programmes focusing on improving the performance of established contractors in, typically, Grades 4 to 7, such as the Contractor Incubator Programme in line with the SA Construction Excellence Model |