Short Courses (List)

Short Courses are designed by the college for the purpose of helping you gain a starting point in your dream career. These courses equip you with the skills that help you become an Entrepreneur or find employment. They focus on making you a desirable candidate in the work environment. At Matric College, we have different Short Courses that you can study, which are:

Child Day Care Courses

Crèche Management Courses

Child Psychology Courses

First Aid Course

Beauty Therapy

Salon Management

Nail Care

Make-Up Application

Facial Skincare

Guest House Management Courses

Tourism Management Courses

Events Planning Courses

Wedding Planning Courses

NOTE: Our Short Courses are provided in partnership with Skills Academy.

Why Study Short Courses Through Matric College?

  • Comfort 

When you study through Matric College, you do it comfortably at home. A comfortable space helps you study better and this reflects well on your pass marks. 

  • Safety 

Studying at home keeps you safe from contracting viruses and infections such as the COVID-19 virus. This way you study safely and keep your loved ones safe at once. 

  • Save 

Distance learning helps you save money. There is no travelling to class or buying lunch daily. You can put your academic allowance in your savings. 

  • Pace

You have the chance to set your own study time. This helps you enjoy studying better by doing it when you have the time to.

  • Reduce dropping out 

When you study through us, you reduce the chances of dropping out. If you are someone who has a hard time socialising, distance learning is the best learning experience for you. 

  • Tutors 

There are tutors to help you when you need academic assistance, from Monday to Friday between 08:00 am to 05:00 pm. 

  • Study material 

We ensure that you have the study material by sending it to your door through courier. This arrives five (5) to seven (7) days after your registration. This helps you study better and have a place to create study notes. 

Child Care Courses

Child Care Courses focus on equipping you with a set of skills needed to work professionally with children. You are prepared to work in the Child Care field. You gain skills that help you open and run your own Day Care Centre or find employment. Below is a list of the Child Care Courses that we offer: 

Child Day Care Courses 

Crèche Management Courses 

Child Psychology Courses 

First Aid Course

How Do I Become A Childcare Worker In South Africa?

You can become a Childcare Worker at Matric College by doing the following: 

  • Apply at Matric College for our Child Care Courses 
  • Study the Child Care Courses
  • Pass all your course assignments
  • Attend your online graduation ceremony
  • Get awarded a Certificate of Qualification
  • Look for Child Care employment opportunities or open a Day Care Centre 
  • Work as a Childcare Professional 

Can I Study Child Care Without Matric?

Yes, you can study our Child Care Courses without a Matric Certificate. There is no specific qualification needed. Requirements are fair to ensure that anyone can gain skills that can help them advance themselves through finding employment or opening a business. 

Can I Become A Teacher Without Matric?

Yes, you can become a Crèche Teacher without Matric. You can do this by studying the Child Care Courses. You will be qualified to teach children at Crèche. However, if you want to become a more advanced Teacher, you will need to have a Degree Qualification in Teaching or Higher Qualifications. 

To study for a Degree Qualification at university, you need a Matric Certificate with a Bachelor’s Degree pass. Your acceptance into the university depends on whether you meet the minimum requirements set for the course and the university. 

To purpose your dream as a Teacher,  you can start by studying our Adult Matric course at Matric College. This course will help you gain a Matric Certificate when you complete it. The Matric Certificate you will receive is the same as the one you receive in High school. The only difference is that you are getting it as an adult through college. 

Adult Matric Requirements:

  • You must have at least a Grade 9 or Equivalent Qualification, 
    • i.e.: Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET) Level 4
  • You have an incomplete Matric 
  • You must be able to read, write and understand English or Afrikaans 
  • You must be 21 years or older to write the exams 
  • You may sign up for the Adult Matric course at the age of 19 years old, but you will only be able to write the Adult Matric exam once you are over 21

If you happen to not gain admission into teaching, you have another option. You can use your Matric Certificate to study our Educare NATED courses, with these courses, you will be able to work as an Assistant Grade R Teacher. 

OR 

You can use your Matric Certificate to study our other NATED courses or ICB courses. NATED courses are designed by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). The purpose is to reduce the youth unemployment status in South Africa. NATED courses focus on equipping you with theoretical and practical knowledge. These components are good because they are valued by employers and help you gain employment. These are the NATED Programmes we offer: 

Watch Our CEO Of Matric College Jan Badenhorst explain our NATED courses

You can use your Matric Certificate to study our ICB courses. These are designed by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB). The purpose is to equip you with skills and knowledge in the Business, Office And Financial fields. ICB courses are scarce skills. Studying these courses increases your chances to find work in South Africa. These are the ICB Programmes we offer:

Watch Our CEO Of Matric College Jan Badenhorst Speak About ICB And Scarce Skills

What Can I Do With A Childcare Qualification?

You can use a Childcare Qualification to do the following:

  • Find work 
  • Open a Day Care Centre 

Find Work

You can use a Childcare Qualification to look for employment. Since you are equipped with a set of skills and have a qualification, you will have better opportunities in the work environment. Employers want candidates who have skills and qualifications because they know you will be able to provide the following: 

  • Hard work 
  • Skills to advance the company 
  • Knowledge
  • Commitment
  • Ideas to advance the company

Open A Day Care Centre

You can use a Childcare Qualification to open a Day Care Centre. You will be able to open and run the centre based on your acquired skills. Your proof of qualification will help you gain customers. Parents will be drawn to your business because they can trust that you are a professional who will care for their children properly. 

What Are The Duties Of A Childcare Worker?

There are different duties of a Childcare Worker. There are different careers with different duties. Below is a list of the different Childcare careers and their duties: 

Day Care Manager

  • Manage the Day Care Centre 
  • Create learning programmes for children 
  • Ensure the centre is a safe and healthy learning place 
  • Monitor the daily duties of the staff 
  • Manage the budget of the Day Care Centre 

Day Care Administrator

  • Monitor child progress in learning programmes 
  • Monitor accounts to ensure centre makes profit 
  • Train new staff 
  • Set policies for the Day Care Centre 
  • Schedule meetings with parents 

Au Pair

  • Wake the children in the morning 
  • Ensure children eat and bath 
  • Prepare healthy meals 
  • Help children with homework 
  • Drive children to school, mall and park

Babysitter

  • Care for children at home 
  • Prepare healthy meals for children 
  • Perform light housekeeping 
  • Clean the rooms of the children 
  • Engage in fun activities with the children 

Crèche Teacher

  • Teach children skills such as reading and drawing 
  • Administer first aid when needed 
  • Look after the safety of children 
  • Provide meals to the children 
  • Allow children to nap and play

Is Childcare A Good Career?

Yes, Childcare is a good career. Being a Childcare Professional is good for the following reasons: 

  • You have the opportunity to be self-employed or look for work because you have enough skills 
  • You can work anywhere in the world because there are children who need childcare services 
  • You earn well because your career is important in the world 
  • You receive words of gratitude from parents when you care for their children 
  • You feel good as a human being who is making a positive change in the world
  • You can apply the childcare skills in your personal if you have children or those of your family members 

What Are The Qualities Of A Good Childcare Worker?

A good Childcare Worker must have these qualities: 

  • Good listener 
  • Good communicator 
  • Patient 
  • Energetic 
  • Creative 
  • Alert 

Good Listener

Children are very observant and communicative. They may be going through something at the centre that you have not fully noticed. It is good to listen to them so that you can assist them in time. 

Good Communicator

Children are young and do not understand things the same way as adults. You must be able to communicate with them in ways they will understand. You may have to repeat yourself many times before they understand what you are saying. 

Patient

Children are still young and developing many parts of themselves. You must be a patient person towards them in how they speak, learn and understand things. It will take time for them to get used to different things. 

Energetic

Children have a lot of energy. You must be an energetic person who will be able to keep up with your energy and not be irritated. This will help both you and the children enjoy working together. 

Creative

There are different children with different ways of behaving. You must be creative enough to find ways to cater to each child to ensure they feel comfortable.

Alert

Children can be very curious and this sometimes may get them in trouble. They may want to touch and eat things that are not good for them. You must be a highly alert person to ensure they are safe. 

Beauty Therapy Courses

Beauty Therapy courses focus on the Beauty Industry. You are equipped with skills that will help you be valued more as a Beauty Professional. When you complete any of our Beauty courses, you get awarded a Beauty Certificate Qualification. You can use this to start and run a successful business or find employment. These are the Beauty courses we offer:

Beauty Therapy

Facial Skincare

Salon Management 

Nail Care

Make-Up Application 

What Qualifications Do I Need To Study Beauty Therapy?

There are no specific qualifications required to study Beauty Therapy courses at Matric College. You can even study with or without a Matric Certificate. You are only required to meet these requirements to study: 

  • Be at least 16 years or older 
  • Be able to read, write and understand English 
  • Be able to study through distance learning 

What Subjects Do I Need To Study Beauty Therapy?

You do not need to have certain subjects to study the Beauty Therapy Courses at Matric College. There is no background knowledge of Beauty needed. Our courses are equipped enough to teach you everything you need to know about beauty. 

How Many Years Does It Take To Study Beauty Therapist Courses?

It takes two (2) years to study the Beauty Therapy: Expert Course at Matric College.

Which Course Is Best In Beauty?

All the Beauty Therapy courses offered by us are the best. To know which course is the right one for you, you can contact our Course Experts to assist you. They will help you do some self-introspection to identify which course suits you best. They will consider the following qualities when they assist you: 

  • Your interests 

They will look at what you are interested in within the Beauty industry. For example, if you are interested in designs and colours, they can recommend the Nail Care or Make-up Application courses. 

  • Your budget 

They will help you find a course that you will love and be good work, at the same time not going out of your budget. 

  • Your dream career 

They will help you choose a course that matches your dream career. If you wish to own a Salon someday, they will advise that you study the Salon Management: Expert Course so that you work towards building your career as a Salon Manager. 

Can I Do An Online Beauty Course?

Yes, you can do an online Beauty Course through Matric College. We offer our courses through distance learning while including online learning. This means you study from home while using a few online tools. These include: 

  • The use of emails 
  • Assistance from Tutors through calls, WhatsApp or email 
  • Assistance from Course Experts through calls, WhatsApp or email 

What Is The Salary Of A Beauty Therapist?

R 7 366 per month

The average salary for a Beauty Therapist is approximately R 7 366 per month in South Africa.

Source: Indeed

What Are The Qualities Of A Good Beauty Professional?

These are the qualities of a good Beauty Professional: 

  • Friendly 
  • Creative 
  • Clean 
  • Fast 
  • Professional 

Friendly

As a Beauty Professional, you work with a lot of people, and most of these are usually new clients. You must have a friendly and professional personality to easily welcome clients and make them feel at home. This quality will make clients come back because they feel relaxed and relatable.

Creative

A good Beauty Professional must be creative. Clients may sometimes ask that you do their hair or make-up any way you see best. This requires that you have the creativity to know what would suit your clients best. 

Clean

Your Beauty space must always be clean. Clients want a place that is healthy while they receive their beauty treatments. This will attract clients to come for your services. 

Fast

No client wishes to sit for so many hours to receive treatment. You must be a Beauty Professional who is fast and efficient. 

Professional

Quality is everything. You must be a Beauty Professional who provides services of quality. People pay money to receive good quality services. You must ensure that your customers are your first priority and this way, you work to please them. 

Is Beauty Therapy A Good Career?

Yes, being a Beauty Therapist is a good career because of the following:

  • You make a good income 
  • You help people feel beautiful and confident 
  • You can be self-employed 
  • You can be self-employed and employed by a company at once 
  • You can work anywhere in the world 
  • You can use your skills in your personal life 

What Can I Do With A Beauty Qualification?

You can use a Beauty Qualification to find employment. You will be able to work as a:

  • Beauty Therapist 
  • Salon Manager 
  • Salon Administrator 
  • Hairdresser 
  • Nail Technician 
  • Make-Up Artist 

Tourism And Guest House Management Courses

Tourism and Guest House Management Courses fall under the Short Course Programme at Matric College. They are created by the college to help students gain skills that help them gain employment or be self-employed. Below is a list of the Tourism and Guest House Management Courses we offer:

Tourism Management Courses 

Guest House Management Courses 

What Is A Tourism Management Course?

A Tourism Management Course is a course that provides you with skills in the Tourism Management field. This course prepares you for the work environment. Through this course, your opportunities to find employment will be high. You will receive a Certificate Qualification when you complete the course. 

Does Tourism Have Maths?

No, the Tourism Management Courses at Matric College do not have Maths. The subjects found in the course are: 

  • Introduction to Business English

In this subject, you learn how to deal with business staff. You learn business concepts and how to communicate as a business professional. 

  • Tourism Management TM-101

In this subject, you learn how to manage all Tourism activities, guests and the staff. You learn about tourism in broad. You learn about tourist places.

  • First-Aid Concepts

In this subject, you learn to administer First Aid medication. You learn to remain calm in cases of emergency and what to do when someone is injured. 

  • Customer Satisfaction

In this subject, you learn strategies used to keep customers happy. You learn to think for your customers and put them first. 

  • Tourism Management TM-102

In this subject, you learn about nature and its diversity. You learn to explain tourism places, culture and other tourism experiences. 

  • Office Management

In this subject, you learn to manage office work related to tourism. You will learn to prepare office documents and other office tasks.

Which Course Is Best In Tourism Management?

The Tourism Management Courses at Matric College are the best. They are designed specifically to help you gain skills. These skills are important in the work environment. Not only are they valued by employers, but help you be skilled enough to open a business. This helps you build a successful career. 

Is Tourism Course Easy?

Every course is demanding. This is why at Matric College, we have different academic support to ensure that our students find studying easy. We have the following to assist you when you study through us:

  • Tutors 

When you study the Tourism Management Courses at Matric College, you are assisted by our tutors. They can be contacted from Mondays to Fridays from 08:00 am to 05:00 pm. They will help you understand your course assessments. 

  • Study material 

We send you study material after your registration process. This is delivered to your door through courier. This is expected to arrive in five (5) to seven (7) days. 

  • Course Experts  

We have Course Experts who are well-trained in their positions. They are available whenever you need course information that is in-depth. 

Can Travel Be A Job?

Yes, travelling can be a career. You can study the Tourism Management Courses at Matric College. You will be able to find work as: 

  • Tour Guide
  • Travel Guard 

With the above Tourism careers, you will be able to travel the world. You will get to travel while earning. This is an exciting career that is rewarding and stress-free.

Is Tourism A Good Career?

Yes, Tourism is a good career for the following reasons: 

  • You earn a good salary 
  • You travel the world 
  • You meet new amazing people 
  • You give people an opportunity to experience beautiful places 
  • You can work anywhere in the world 
  • Your career is stable because there are always people travelling 

What Is Guest House Management?

Guest House Management is the process where a person or a group of people stay in a Guest House for a limited period of time to have a good time. In a Guest House, there are employees that offer services to the guest, such as: 

  • Helping them become familiar with the Guest House 
  • Helping them check into the Guest House 
  • Carrying their luggage 
  • Providing food 
  • Cleaning their rooms

What Job Can I Get With A Guest House Management Qualification?

You can use a Guest House Management Qualification to find employment as a: 

  • Guest House Manager 
  • Guest House Administrator 
  • Hotel/Lodge Receptionist 
  • Guest House Assistant Manager 
  • Room Attendant 

How Do You Become A Guest House Manager?

  • Apply at Matric College for the Guest House Management Courses
  • Study the Guest House Management Courses
  • Pass your course assignments
  • Participate in the online graduation ceremony
  • Get awarded a Certificate of Qualification
  • Find a Guest House employment opportunity or open your own Guest House business 
  • If you open a Guest House business, you can work as the Guest House Manager and hire employees 
  • If you look for employment, you can first work as a Guest House Assistant or other Guest House titles 
  • Gain experience and more skills in the Guest House
  • Use your skills and work experience in your CV
  • Apply for a Guest House Manager position 
  • Work as a Guest House Manager 

What Do Guest House Managers Do?

These are the duties of a Guest House Manager:

  • Ensure guests are welcomed on arrival
  • Manage Guest house finances 
  • Oversee daily bookings 
  • Handle guest house complaints 
  • Create a healthy relationship with guests 
  • Analyse guest feedback 
  • Improve guest house appearance

How Much Does A Guest House Manager Earn In South Africa?

R 13 458 per month

The average salary for a Guest House Manager is approximately R 13 458 per month in South Africa.

Source: Indeed

Event And Wedding Planning Courses

Event and Wedding Planning courses are designed by us. These courses help you gain skills in planning events and weddings. When you complete the course, you will be awarded a Certificate Qualification in Events Planning or Certificate Qualification in Wedding Planning. Below is a list of the Events and Wedding Planning courses we offer: 

Events Planning Courses 

Wedding Planning Courses 

Do You Need A Qualification To Be A Wedding Planner?

No, you do not need a qualification to become a Wedding Planner. You can, however, study a Short Course that helps you in the Wedding Planning field. Every career needs you to have knowledge and skills. 

Through studying the Wedding Planning Short Course, you will gain a set of skills and a better understanding of how the field works. You will stand out from other Wedding Planners. People will trust the services of a person who has proof of acquired knowledge. Having a Certificate Qualification in Wedding Planning will give you more clients. 

Which Course Is Best For Wedding Planners?

The Wedding Planning Short Courses offered at Matric College are the best. Taking these courses will give you skills that employers value. You will increase your opportunities to gain employment and be self-employed. 

How Do I Become A Wedding Planner In South Africa?

  • Apply at Matric College for the Wedding Planning Course 
  • Study the Wedding Planning Course 
  • Pass the course assignments
  • Attend the online graduation ceremony
  • Obtain a Certificate of Qualification
  • Find a Wedding Planner employment opportunity or open your own Wedding Planning business 
  • Live out your dream as a Wedding Planner

Where Do Wedding Planners Make The Most Money?

These are the countries where Wedding Planners make the most income: 

  • The United States of America 
  • Netherlands 
  • China 
  • India 
  • South Africa 

What Tasks Does A Wedding Planner Do?

These are the duties of a Wedding Planner: 

  • Prepare the wedding budget based on what the wedding clients want to 
  • Find a venue 
  • Contact musicians, catering companies and other wedding services 
  • Negotiate contracts with wedding services companies e.g. venue 
  • Have meetings with wedding clients 
  • Oversee activities on the wedding day 

How Do I Become An Event Planner In South Africa?

You become an Events Planner in South Africa through the following: 

  • Apply at Matric College for the Events Management Course 
  • Study the  Events Management Course 
  • Pass the assignments in the course 
  • Attend your online graduation ceremony 
  • Gain a Certificate Qualification 
  • Look for an Events Planner employment opportunity or open your own Events Planning business 
  • Work as an Events Planner and live out your dream 

Is An Event Planner A Good Career?

Yes, being an Event Planner is a good career because of the following: 

  • You can use the career to run an Events Planning business while working full time in another career. This will help you gain a different income which will create a good living for you.  
  • Being an Events Planner will make you meet different people. This is a place where you will be able to create connections for work purposes and friends. 
  • You will get to travel through this career as you plan events in different places. This will be relaxing and exciting to visit new places.  
  • You will feel good about your work when you receive compliments for a well-planned event. You will be recognised by people and appreciated. 
  • You will be part of moments that change lives through your events. You will plan events such as graduation parties which will motivate someone to push themselves to even more greatness because they are appreciated for it by their loved ones. 

What Makes A Good Events Planner?

These are the qualities that make a good Events Planner: 

  • Loves working with people
  • Has a welcoming personality 
  • Stays organised while planning events 
  • Remembers the names of their clients 
  • Has good relationships with event suppliers 
  • Stays motivated in discouraging moments 
  • Has a good taste for events spots 
  • Motivates their team 
  • Loves creativity 
  • Has a punctual character
  • Finishes what they start 
  • Has their client’s back
  • Loves to be corrected 
  • Learns from other people 
  • Delivers quality work every time 

Can Event Planning Be A Side Job?

Yes, Event Planning can be a part-time career. You can work as an Event Planner while working in another occupation. You can also choose to work full-time in Event Planning and make a formal career from it. 

What Is The Difference Between An Event Planner And A Wedding Planner?

Wedding Planner Event Planner
Specialises in Wedding planning Specialises in all events planning
Usually works with families Usually works with agencies/companies
Meets amazing couples Meets amazing guests
Has meetings with wedding couple Has meetings with clients requesting events

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the questions students ask: 

All Short Courses offered at Matric College are the best. The best course for you depends on your personality and interests. For example, if you are someone who enjoys travelling and working with different people, the best Short Course for you would be the Tourism Management Course. We have Course Experts at Matric College to assist you on the course that is best for you. They are well-trained and know about courses in detail.  

You can study any Short Course at Matric College. We have fair requirements for our Short Courses, which makes it easy for you to study any Short course you want. To study, you must meet these requirements: 

  • Be at least 16 years or older 
  • Be able to read, write and understand English 
  • Be able to study through distance learning 

You can study our First Aid Short Course in two (2) months. This course will equip you with the skills needed to assist people in cases of emergency. This will be valuable for both your personal and career life. You can use these skills to help yourself, a family member and other people in a case of emergency. Most employers will value you with a Qualification in First Aid because they know their employees will be assisted in case of emergency. 

Yes, a Short Course can get you employed. This is because all Short Courses are created to equip you with a set of skills which are valuable in the work environment. One of the things that employers look for in a candidate is skills. When you have these, you have a better chance to be hired. Studying a Short Course can open many opportunities for employment. Not only do Short Course help with employment, but they also help you become an Entrepreneur. When you have skills, you can work by yourself. This means you can open a business and work for yourself.

Most Short Courses are very short. They can be completed in a period of two (2) to eight (8) months. At Matric College, you can complete most of our Short courses in two (2), four (4), eight (8), twelve (12) and twenty-four (2) months.

Online Short Courses are courses that you can study from home. These courses are offered at Matric College. We are a distance learning college. Distance learning includes online learning. When you study through Matric College from home, you get to use online tools such as: 

Red Alert Forms (Support)

For each Short Course offered at Matric College, there are no exams. You are only offered assignments to complete to be able to pass the course. There are usually about one to four assignments for each subject in a course. You must earn a mark of 50% or higher to pass these assignments. We provide you with study material which you can use to help you answer your assignments. There are tutors also available to help you with the assignments. You can ask them questions so that you answer what you understand. 

A Short Course Certificate can refer to two things. The first meaning is a Certificate Qualification you are awarded by the college when you complete any of our Short Courses. The second meaning of a Short Course Certificate refers to a type of Short Course we offer. This type of course can be studied over a period of Four (4) to eight (8) months. We have the following types of Short Courses: 

  • Short Course 
  • Certificate Course 
  • Comprehensive Course 

Yes, Short courses are worth it for the following reasons:

  • You do not need Matric to study 
  • They are quick to complete 
  • There are no exams to write 
  • You gain skills which are good for employment and Entrepreneurship 
  • You gain a Certificate Qualification when you finish a course 

Author: Mulisa Nethononda