How far you can go in education without Matric is wider than most people think. Matric College offers a range of distance-learning courses that do not require a Matric certificate to enrol, across business, childcare, beauty, and more, so you can earn a recognised qualification even if school did not work out the first time.
Distance learning means you study from home, which makes the courses workable for a wide range of circumstances:
- Working part- or full-time
- Living in a different country
- Running a business
- Caring for your family
Matric isn’t the end of the road, it’s one route. If you want a Matric certificate as well, the Adult Matric Course is the route to it. If you don’t need one yet, the non-Matric programmes get you started now.
What Can I Study Without Matric?
At Matric College, we have different courses you can study without a Matric Qualification. Below is a list of these courses:
Adult Matric Course
The Adult Matric Course falls under our Matric Courses Programme. This course is specifically designed for adults who are 21 years or older. If you never had the chance to study Matric, you can do it through this course.
To study the Adult Matric Course, you must have six subjects. Through these Matric subjects, you learn about different topics and gain knowledge. The course is completed if you pass five or all six subjects.
The college awards you with a Matric Certificate once you are done with the course. The Matric Certificate you receive comes from Umalusi who issues all Matric Certificates in South Africa. You are able to use this qualification to further your studies at a college or university.
Rewrite Matric Course
The Matric Rewrite Course forms part of our Matric Courses Programme. This course is created to assist students who failed Matric. You gain a second chance through this course to improve your Matric results.
The course prepares you for the Matric final examination. Throughout the course, you study in preparation for the exam. You are given the following resources to help you as you get ready for the exam:
- Tutors
- Learning material
- Grade 12 past exam papers with memorandums
You receive a Matric Certificate issued by Umalusi when you complete the Matric Rewrite Course. You can apply to university, college or find work after matric with this qualification.
ICB Courses
ICB Courses are created to help students with or without a Matric Qualification to study towards a good career. You can join our ICB Programmes with a Grade 10 or Grade 10 Equivalent Qualification. You will learn different skills and knowledge that will be beneficial in choosing a career that suits you.
ICB Courses are not only the best because you can study without Matric, but they are also beneficial because of the skills and knowledge they offer. These courses offer you knowledge that is business orientated and skills that are in demand in South Africa. With these two components, you have a high chance of getting employment.
When you finish studying an ICB Course, you are awarded an ICB Qualification. This can be used in both South Africa and abroad because ICB qualifications are recognised globally. You can find work after matric or further your studies.
ICB Qualifications are recognised in South Africa because they are registered with SAQA. All qualifications registered with SAQA are recognised in South Africa. ICB does not offer their courses directly because they are an external examinations, body. There are over 500 training providers that do, however, who offer ICB Courses all over the world. You can use your ICB Qualification to study through these training providers.
Here are the ICB Courses you can enrol for:
Short Courses
Short Courses are designed to assist anyone with or without Matric. There is no particular qualification needed to study these courses. You only need to meet these requirements:
- Be able to study through distance learning
- Be at least 16 years or older
- Be able to read, write and understand English
You acquire a collection of skills through Short Courses. You will gain valuable skills for employment and business. Short Courses are the best because they offer unique benefits. These are:
- Your current skills are improved
- You gain new skills
- There are no exams to be written (only assignments)
- These courses can be completed completely
These are the Short Courses you can study:
- Tourism Management Courses
- Guest House Management Courses
- Events Management Courses
- Wedding Planning Courses
- Salon Management Course
- Nail Care Courses
- Make-up Courses
- Facial Skincare Courses
- Beauty Therapy Courses
- First Aid Course
- Crèche Management Courses
- Child Day Care Courses
- Child Psychology Courses
Can I Complete My Matric Online?
Yes, you can complete your Matric online. When you study through Matric College, you study from home as you use online tools. You can apply for our Matric Courses and start studying for your Matric. These courses offer you knowledge that equips you to further your studies.
Here are the Matric Courses you can enrol for:
Can I Do Matric At The Age Of 21?
s, you can do your Matric at the age of 21. You can do the Adult Matric Course at Matric College. This course is for adults who want to complete their Matric. You will need to meet the following requirements to study:
- You passed Grade 9 and have proof of your report OR
- You completed a Grade 9 equivalent course (i.e. an ABET Certificate) that included two official language subjects
- You are 21 or older when you write your exams
- You can register for Adult Matric if you are 19 years of age, and start studying
- You can read, write and understand English or Afrikaans
- You are able to study via distance learning
You will receive a Matric Qualification when you have finished the Adult Matric Course. Use this to study at college, university or work after matric.
Can I Study At The Age Of 37 Years Old?
Yes, you can study at the age of 37. You can further your education regardless of your age. At Matric College, you can study any of our courses. Study with us whether you have Matric or not. Our courses help you gain knowledge and skills that are good for the following:
- Furthering your studies at college or university
- Finding employment
- Managing your own own business
Where Can I Buy The Umalusi Matric Certificate?
You can get the Umalusi Matric Certificate from the Department of Basic Education (DBE) or Provincial Education Department (PDE) offices, or from Umalusi. This is possible if you have lost or damaged your Matric Certificate.
To get a replacement of your old Matric Certificate, you must submit your application, along with the required documents, and an application fee. The fee will vary depending on your application.
The documents needed are:
- An affidavit with information about how you lost or damaged your old Matric results
- Your original Matric Certificate (not applicable if it has been lost)
- Your original ID card/book
- Your certified ID copy
- Proof of payment
If you apply through the DBE or PDE, it will cost R155,00. If you apply through Umalusi and select to collect the certificate yourself from the Umalusi offices in Pretoria, it will cost R137,00. If you apply through Umalusi and select to have the certificate couriered to you, it will cost R202,00.
Please note that these fees can change.
If you want to buy the Umalusi Matric Certificate from a person, you should not do it. Buying qualifications is an illegal offence in South Africa. You can only get a qualification by studying for it. If you want Matric, you can study in High School or do it through Matric College.
Author: Mulisa Nethononda
Editor: Sive Ncanywa
Date : July 18 , 2022
How it works
During your registration, we help you choose the right course for you.
Choosing the right course is important, as it will bet the starting point in reaching your career and education goals. Without the right qualification, you may find yourself unable to get the job you were hoping for. This is why our student registrars will take the highest care in helping you make the right choice.
Once you have successfully completed your registration. We courier your study materials so that you start studying in less than a week from the day you register with us. (In areas outside the big cities, the courier takes a few days longer).
You will receive an sms when we’ve given your study material to the courier with a tracking number. This will allow you to follow up on the status of your delivery.
You will also get an SMS and Email from the courier on the day of delivery so you know when to expect it.
Then your friendly tutors help you work though your study materials step by step.
We help you prepare for your assignments and exams (if there are exams for the course you choose).
We keep on helping and encouraging you, to make sure you pass your course.
We prepare you for success in your chosen course. We help you make sure you spend your time effectively during your studies. We do our best to keep you motivated and focused through regular contact.
If the course you choose requires you to write an exam, we help you prepare by making past exam papers, and online study groups available where possible.
Depending on which course you decide to study, you will be qualified to start your career from your very first certificate! This means you can start your career sooner and continue studying while you do.
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