Scarce skills are those skills that are in demand. This means that those skills are always being sought after by employers.
The Institute of certified bookkeepers (ICB) offers courses that equip students with the skills and knowledge that make them ready for the workplace. These courses were originated such that they fill the skills gaps in the job marketplace.
Here are the scarce skills courses that the ICB offers:
How Do I Qualify To Study An ICB Scarce Skills Course?
Here are the requirements for the ICB scarce skills courses:
- ICB Financial Accounting
- Grade 10 (NQF 2)
- Grade 10 Equivalent Certificate
- No prior accounting knowledge needed
- You must be 16 years or older
- Able to read, write and understand English
- Be able to study through distance learning
- ICB Business Management
- Grade 11 (NQF 3)
- Grade 11 Equivalent Certificate
- ICB Junior Bookkeeping: National Certificate
- You must be 16 years or older
- Able to read, write and understand English
- Be able to study through distance learning
- ICB Office Administration
- Grade 12 or Equivalent
- You must be 16 years or older
- You must be 16 years or older
- Able to read, write and understand English
- Be able to study through distance learning
Where Can I Study The ICB Courses?
You can study ICB courses at Matric college. Matric College is a distance learning college and an official provider of ICB Courses. Our ICB Courses are accredited by ICB and the Quality Council for Trade and Occupation (QCTO). Our ICB registration number is 301290.
Can I Study Directly Through ICB?
No, you cannot study directly through ICB. ICB does not offer any tuition for ICB, nor do they provide any learning resources. This function has been delegated to learning providers.
Matric College is an accredited learning provided by the ICB. You will need to register with Matric College first before you register with the ICB.
How Do I Register With Matric College?
We have various ways you can register with Matric College. We try to make this process as easy as possible for our students.
Here are the 4 ways you can register with Matric College:
- Book a call
Ask us to call you and one of our course experts will contact you.
- Register online
Complete an online registration form.
Add us as a contact and send us a message on (Insert number here)
- Call us on our landline
Contact us on (Insert number here)
How Does Distance Learning Work?
As soon as you successfully register with Matric College, here is how you will proceed as a distance learning student studying an ICB course:
- Within 5 -7 days of registration, you will receive your study material at your doorstep by courier
- Make sure that come up with your own study timetable, we can provide assistance to set one up
- When you receive your package of study material, cover what needs to be covered before you attempt your first assignment
- Submit your assignment on the ICB MACCI platform for each subject
- Complete the tests in time on the ICB MACCI platform for each subject
- Prepare for your exams
- Get your exams tips
- Write your exams
- Pass your exams
- Get certified by FASSET
Is Distance Learning For Me?
Yes, distance learning is for you. Here is why:
- Have your own timetable – Set a timetable that suits you
- Study at your own pace – Move at a pace that makes you grasp the concepts
- Study wherever you want – You can study anywhere. Just make sure that there are no disturbances wherever you choose to study
- Save costs on books – Textbooks and study notes will be given to you
- No teas and lunches as you are not attending any classes – You, therefore, cut on that cost
- Tuition is affordable – Fees are lower than that of contact learning
- Learn and work at the same time – You can earn as you learn
- You work in line with what you are studying – You can practice at work what you are learning and maybe get promoted as well
- You will not have to quit your job if you are already working – Use your earnings to fund your studies
- You can gain skills such as:
- Time management
- Computer
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Communication
Why Should I Study ICB Courses?
Here is why you should study ICB courses:
- They are scarce skills courses – This means that when you complete your studies, you will not last for a long time on the job market. It also means that, because your skills are scarce, your salary can be competitive
- They have recognised courses – ICB courses are recognised by the following national and international bodies:
- ACCA – Association of Chartered Certified Accountants – UK
- CIMA – Chartered Institute of Management Accountants – UK
- IAB – International Association of Bookkeepers – UK
- IAAP – International Association of Accounting Professionals – UK
- SAIT – South African Institute of Tax Practitioners
- SAIBA – South African Institute Of Business Accountants
- ICB courses are accredited – ICB courses have passed through the quality test, and they are accredited by the following bodies
- QCTO – Quality Council for Trades and Occupations
- ICB – Institute of Certified Bookkeepers
- SAQA – South African Qualifications Authority
- Entry requirements are not stringent – Entry requirements are not stringent. Here are the minimum requirements to study an ICB course:
- Grade 10 (NQF 2)
- Grade 10 Equivalent Certificate
- No prior accounting knowledge needed
- You must be 16 years or older
- Able to read, write and understand English
- Be able to study through distance learning
- Work anywhere -With an ICB qualification, you can work anywhere in the world, as the qualifications are internationally recognised.
What Is An ICB Qualification?
An ICB qualification is a qualification obtained by studying one or more of the following ICB Programmes:
What is ICB Training?
ICB training is the training that one gets by studying an ICB course. The skills and knowledge that you gain through the training is the one that qualifies you to be certified on successful completion of your course.
Which Jobs Are Scarce In South Africa?
Here is the scarce skills list for South Africa for 2022 as announced by the Department of Home Affairs:
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Which Courses Have More Job Opportunities In South Africa?
The fact that ICB courses are scarce skills courses means that they have more job opportunities. Here are your career opportunities when you study ICB programmes:
- ICB Financial Accounting
- Bookkeeper
- Accounts Clerk
- Sales Clerk
- Sales Administrator
- Accountant
- Cost Accountant
- Management Accountant
- Financial Advisor
- Bookkeeping and Accounts Clerk
- ICB Business Management
- Branch Manager
- Sales Manager
- Business Administrator
- General Manager
- Business Advisor
- Business Owner
- ICB Office Administration
- Administration Clerk
- Office Manager
- Office Supervisor
- Administrator
- Branch Manager
- Officer Clerk
- Office Orderly
Author: Collin Wilbesi
Editor: Amy Venter
Date Published: May 27, 2022