There are many options available for you to study even if you do not have Matric, such as:
- Short courses
- ICB courses
- CIMA courses
- Matric programmes
- National Certificate (Vocational) courses
None of these courses require Matric for you to apply. You can study both accredited and non-accredited courses through reputable distance learning colleges. Distance learning allows you to work to earn an income while you are studying.
What Courses Do I Qualify For?
There are a wide range of courses available that cover a variety of interests. Some courses are accredited, and some are skills-based and are aimed to get you workplace-ready as soon as get your qualification.
Short Courses
Short courses are designed to upskill you and get you workplace-ready with the skills you need. These courses aim to help you begin your career journey sooner rather than later.
The short courses offered at our partner colleges are open-access, which means there are only two entry requirements you need to meet:
- You must be over the age of 16
- You must be able to understand, read and write in English
You will also need to be comfortable studying through distance learning, as all of our courses are fully online.
Each of our colleges offer a different selection of short courses you can choose from.
Short Courses At Matric College
Short Courses At Skills Academy
- Accounting, Bookkeeping And Finance Courses
- Beauty Courses
- Computer Courses
- Educare And Childcare Courses
- Forensics And Policing Courses
- Human Resource Management Courses
- Insurance Courses
- Interior Decorating and Design, and Digital Photography Courses
- Management Courses
- Marketing Courses
- Occupational Health and Safety Courses
- Project Management Courses
- Tourism Courses
- Wedding And Events Planning Courses
Short Courses At Ember Academy
- Beauty Therapist Programme
- Child Daycare Programme
- Child Psychology Programme
- Crèche Management Programme
- Digital Photography Programme
- Event Management Programme
- Facial Skincare Programme
- Guest House Management Programme
- Human Resource Management Programme
- Make-up Application Programme
- Nail Care Programme
- Operational Health and Safety Programme
- Personal Assistant Programme
- Project Management Programme
- Receptionist Courses
- Supply Chain Management Programme
- Tourism Management Programme
- Tourism Marketing Programme
- Wedding Planner Programme
Short Courses At Learning Group
ICB
Studying accredited ICB courses can open up a wide range of job opportunities for you in the Business or Finance industries. The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) has courses accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations.
This means that ICB courses are recognised as formal qualifications in South Africa. ICB courses are also highly regarded in South Africa, because they teach scarce skills, which are in high demand in South Africa.
The ICB offers three study streams, all of which go up to the Diploma level:
- Business Management
- Financial Accounting
- Office Administration
ICB Study Stream | Business Management | Financial Accounting | Office Administration |
Entry Requirement | Grade 11 or Equivalent | Grade 10 or Equivalent | |
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Starting NQF Level | 4 | 3 | 5 |
Completion NQF Level | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Where Can I Study ICB Courses?
Many distance learning colleges offer ICB courses. Some reputable ones are:
CIMA
The courses offered by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) through reputable distance learning colleges are fully accredited courses, and are recognised internationally. CIMA courses go up to the Degree level, and there are four levels:
- Business Accounting: CIMA Certificate Level
- Business Accounting: CIMA Operational Level
- Business Accounting: CIMA Managerial Level
- Business Accounting: CIMA Strategic Level
Business Accounting: CIMA Certificate Level | |
Qualification | National Certificate |
NQF Level | 5 |
Accredited by | The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants |
SAQA ID Number | 24418 |
Credits | 120 |
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Business Accounting: CIMA Operational Level | |
Qualification | National Diploma |
NQF Level | 6 |
Accredited by | The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants |
SAQA ID Number | 24406 |
Credits | 240 |
Entry Requirements | Business Accounting: CIMA Certificate Level |
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Business Accounting: CIMA Managerial Level | |
Qualification | Advanced Diploma |
NQF Level | 6 |
Accredited by | The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants |
SAQA ID Number | 24406 |
Credits | 240 |
Entry Requirements | Business Accounting: CIMA Operational Level |
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Business Accounting: CIMA Strategic Level | |
Qualification | Professional Qualification: Chartered Management Accountant |
NQF Level | 7 |
Accredited by | The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants |
SAQA ID Number | 20400 |
Credits | 390 |
Entry Requirements | Business Accounting: CIMA Managerial Level |
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Where Can I Study CIMA Courses?
Many distance learning colleges offer CIMA courses, such as:
Matric Programmes
If you would like to get your Matric, there are options available for everyone. There are three Matric programmes:
- Matric Rewrite – for students that are 21 and younger who would like to improve their Matric results
- Matric Upgrade – for students that are 21 and older who would like to improve their Matric results
- Adult Matric – for students that are 21 and older who were unable to complete their high school education and that were unable to write their Matric
Matric Rewrite
You can apply for a Matric Rewrite to improve the marks in four subjects or fewer. You may rewrite a maximum of four subjects. You cannot change subjects, you must rewrite subjects you wrote for your Matric final exams.
Matric Upgrade
You can apply for a Matric Upgrade if you are 21 and older, but would still like to improve your Matric marks. You may upgrade a maximum of four subjects. However, you may choose to change four subjects instead.
You may apply for a Matric Upgrade as early as 19. However, you must be over the age of 21 to write the exams. This is because you will write the Adult Matric exams.
Adult Matric
This option is for those who are over 21 and did not get to write their Matric. Once you have successfully completed your Adult Matric, you will receive your Senior certificate (Amended).
This certificate will function the same way as a National Senior Certificate, which is known as the school Matric. You can use your Senior Certificate (Amended) to apply for work, or to apply to further your studies, depending on how well you passed.
Where Can I Study Matric Programmes?
There are many reputable colleges that offer Matric programmes through distance learning, such as:
National Certificate (Vocational)
You can apply to study for your NC (V) levels at a TVET college. This means the entry requirement is that you have completed and passed Grade 9. The NC (V) levels are offered at NQF levels 2 to 4. This means that they are equivalent to Grades 10 to 12.
Can You Study Teaching Without Matric?
Yes, you can study teaching without Matric. However, you cannot become a Teacher without Matric. You can study a course in Education at a TVET college without Matric, but this will allow you to work in the fields of Child Care or Early Childhood Development, and not as a school teacher.
Can I Study At UNISA Without Matric?
No, you cannot study at UNISA without Matric. UNISA is a university and only offers tertiary-level education courses. All universities require you to have Matric to be eligible to apply.
Can I Get NSFAS Without Matric?
Yes, you can get NSFAS funding without Matric, but only for very specific courses. NSFAS will only fund TVET courses or ABET levels.
Can I Do Matric At TVET College?
Yes, you can do your Matric at a TVET college. Many colleges offer Matric programmes. Check with the TVET college you are applying to study at about which Matric programmes they offer.
Can I Write My Matric At UNISA?
No, you cannot write your Matric at UNISA. UNISA is a university and does not offer any Matric Programmes. UNISA only offers university courses.
What Have We Learned?
- There are many study options available even if you do not have Matric
- You can study teaching without Matric, but you cannot become a teacher without Matric
- You cannot study at UNISA without Matric
- You can get NSFAS funding without Matric, but only for very specific courses
- You can write your Matric at a TVET college
- You cannot write your Matric at UNISA
Author: Chloe Bydawell
Editor: Razeen Dollie
Date: July 15, 2022