A Provider Programme are courses that are designed by the college itself. These courses are non-accredited and give students the skills and knowledge that they need to start their own business or to start working in their study field of choice.
Here is our A-Z list of over 30 Provider Courses that you can study at Matric College:
- Beauty Courses – Apply with or without a Matric Certificate
- Nail Care Courses
- Nail Care: Short Course
- Nail Care: Certificate Course
- Nail Care: Comprehensive Course
- Make-Up Application: Short Course
- Make-Up Application: Certificate Course
- Make-Up Application: Comprehensive Course
- Facial Skincare: Short Course
- Facial Skincare: Certificate Course
- Facial Skincare: Comprehensive Course
- Beauty Therapy Expert Course
Childcare Courses – Apply with or without a Matric Certificate
- Child Psychology: Short Course
- 16. Child Psychology: Certificate Course
- Child Psychology: Comprehensive Course
- Crèche Management
- Crèche Management: Short Course
- Crèche Management: Certificate Course
- Crèche Management: Comprehensive Course
- Events and Wedding Planning – Apply with or without a Matric Certificate
- Events Management: Short Course
- Events Management: Certificate Course
- Events Management: Comprehensive Course
- Wedding Planning: Short Course
- Wedding Planning: Certificate Course
- Wedding Planning: Comprehensive Course
- Tourism and Guest house – Apply with or without a Matric Certificate
How Do Provider Programmes Work?
Provider Programmes only consist of assignments. This means that you will not be required to write a final exam. You will also not attend any classes for any of our Provider Programmes.
Once you have read through your study material and attempted your first assignment, you may ask our tutors or lecturers for advice.
After submitting your first assignment, you will receive in-depth feedback, which will allow you to see where you need to improve. You can use this to improve on your next assignment or to redo the assignment if you have received less than 50%.
You have to submit (3) three assignments for each subject. Each assignment should be passed with a minimum of 50%. If you do not achieve 50% you can redo your assignment as many times as you like at no added costs involved. Remember that you still have to complete the course within the duration period of the course.
After completing all (3) three assignments for each subject with 50% or more, you will receive a Certificate of Completion, which means that you successfully understand the subject. This means that you can move on to the next subject. All the assignments should be submitted through an email address.
Are Provider Programmes Accredited By The Department of Higher Education And Training?
No, Provider Programmes are not accredited by the Department of Higher Education and Training. This does not mean that they are not valuable, students who complete these courses need the skills to upskill themselves.
Most students who complete these courses find permanent employment and even decided to complete accredited courses later in their careers.
Are Provider Courses SAQA Accredited?
No, Provider Courses are not SAQA Accredited. Provider Courses are non-accredited courses which means that a professional body does not accredit them. Provider Courses are beneficial to the following students:
- Students who want to work and study
- Students that want affordable education
- Students that want to learn skills fast
- Students that want to brush up on their old skills
What Is The Difference Between A Provider Course And A Provider Programme?
| Provider Course | Provider Programme |
| This is one course that focuses on particular skills required to do the job. | There are many courses. In our Provider Programmes, we have three Provider Courses within a Programme that go from:
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| An Example: Child Day Care: Short Course | An Example: Child Day Care Provider Programme |
The time it takes to complete a Provider Course is quicker than the time it takes to complete a Provider Programme. A Provider Course can take between 2 and 4 months to complete. | The time it takes to complete a Provider Programme takes longer than the time it takes to complete a Provider Course.
A Provider Programme can take between 12 and 15 months to complete. |
What Are The Entry Requirements For A Provider Programme?
All of our Provider Programmes are open access courses, which allows anyone to apply for them. Here is what you need to apply for any of our Provider Programmes:
- Be at least 16 years or older
- Understand, read and write English
- Study through distance learning
How Long Does It Take To Study A Provider Course?
This depends on the type of Provider Course you decide to complete. We offer (4) four types of Provider Programmes that you can choose from:
- Short Course Provider Course
- This course can take between 2 and 4 months to complete
- Certificate Course Provider Course
- This course can take between 8 and 9 months to complete
- Comprehensive Course Provider Course
- This course can take between 12 and 15 months to complete
- Expert Course Provider Course
- This course can take between 24 and 27 months to complete
Here is a full list of the duration of each Provider Course that we offer:
- Salon Management: Expert Course – 27 months
- Nail Care: Short Course – 9 months
- Nail Care: Certificate Course – 15 months
- Nail Care: Comprehensive Course – 19 months
- Make-Up Application: Short Course – 9 months
- Make-Up Application: Certificate Course – 15 months
- Make-Up Application: Comprehensive Course – 19 months
- Facial Skincare: Short Course – 9 months
- Facial Skincare: Certificate Course – 15 months
- Facial Skincare: Comprehensive Course – 19 months
- First Aid: Short Course – 2 months
- Beauty Therapy Expert Course – 24 months
- Child Day Care: Short Course – 4 months
- Child Day Care: Certificate Course – 8 months
- Child Day Care: Comprehensive Course – 12 months
- Child Psychology: Short Course – 4 months
- Child Psychology: Certificate Course – 8 months
- Child Psychology: Comprehensive Course – 12 months
- Crèche Management: Short Course – 4 months
- Crèche Management: Certificate Course – 8 months
- Crèche Management: Comprehensive Course – 12 months
- Events Management: Short Course – 4 months
- Events Management: Certificate Course – 8 months
- Events Management: Comprehensive Course – 12 months
- Wedding Planning: Short Course – 4 months
- Wedding Planning: Certificate Course – 8 months
- Wedding Planning: Comprehensive Course – 12 months
- Tourism Management: Short Course – 4 months
- Tourism Management: Certificate Course – 8 months
- Tourism Management: Comprehensive Course – 12 months
- Guest House Management: Short Course – 4 months
- Guest House Management: Certificate Course – 8 months
- Guest House Management: Comprehensive Course – 12 months
How Do You Check If A Course Is Accredited In South Africa?
To check if a course is accredited in South Africa, you can look at these factors:
- Does the course have credits?
- Is the course registered with SAQA or on the NQF?
- Is there any information about accreditation on the website of the institution?
If you cannot find any of the above information, you may do the following:
- Contact the college directly and ask them for the SAQA ID number of the course
- Contact SAQA directly and ask if the course or institution is accredited
How Do I Know If A Training Provider Is Accredited In South Africa?
You will know if a training provider is accredited in South Africa if it is required to be registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). You should have access to the DHET number of the institution.
You can also check any other Quality Councils, such as:
- (QCTO) Quality Councils Trades and Occupations
- Umalusi Quality for Assurance in General and Further Education and Training
- (CHE) Council on Higher Education and Qualifications
- (SETA) Sector Education and Training Authority
To confirm if any of the information is true, you can contact SAQA.
How Do Universities Verify Certificates?
They verify certificates by checking the following things on your Certificate:
- If there is a SAQA ID number
- If the course has credits
- If it has an NQF Level
- If it is accredited or recognised
Do Universities Check Your Qualifications?
Yes, most universities do check your qualifications. They are mostly concerned with these three results:
This means that they generally do not look at the qualifications that you have completed after Matric, even if they are quality Provider Programmes.
APS Score
Your APS score determines whether you can get admission to a university or even a course within a university. For example, the university might expect you to have an APS Score of 24 Points, but the course that you want to apply for at the university expects you to have an APS Score of 28 Points.
Always research the university before applying and make sure that you get all the information you need about the course you are interested in.
Matric Pass Level
You must get a Bachelor’s Degree Pass to gain entry to a university. Some universities will accept a Diploma Pass, but this means that you can only apply for a Diploma Course.
Here are the (4) four Matric Pass Levels:
- Bachelors’ Degree Matric Pass Level – 23 Points
- Diploma Matric Pass Level – 19 Points
- Higher Certificate Matric Pass level – 15 Points
- National Senior Certificate Matric Pass level – 14 Points
The Subjects That Were Chosen In Matric
Each course requires you to have certain subjects, and this will determine whether the university will accept you as a student.
For example, you may be accepted into the university because of your APS Score and Matric Pass Level but if the subjects you have in your Matric Certificate do not match the course expectation then you will not be accepted for that particular course.
This is why certain universities allow students to choose at least (2) two other courses they are interested in. Here is a table with an example of the university’s requirements and your Matric results.
| Your Matric Results | What The University Requirements Are |
80% English Home Language 85% First Additional Language 90% Mathematical Literacy 70% Life Orientation 87% Life Science 78% Business Studies 80% Economics The APS Score for this student is: | To gain entry into this Degree Course, you must have the following subjects with these percentages: 60% English Home Language 60% Business Studies 60% Mathematics The APS Score for this course is: 23 Points |
| *The highlighted subjects show that the university requires the student to have Mathematics instead of Mathematical Literacy | |
Can I View My Matric Certificate Online?
Yes, you can view your Matric Certificate online. However, This is not your final result. The final results should be collected from your High School if you recently completed your schooling at a High School.
If you have completed the Adult Matric Course, you will receive your Matric Certificate from the Department of Basic Education (DBE).
Why Choose To Study A Provider Programme Via Distance Learning
You should study a Provider Programme via distance learning for the following reasons:
- We follow COVID requirements. We do not offer face-to-face classes, which means that you avoid being in contact with people.
- You can avoid social anxiety. If you do not like big crowds, then distance learning is the way to go. You will not be required to interact with others students or lecturers or be asked to do presentations in front of large groups of people.
- You pay less for quality education. Universities are more than double the amount you would pay for distance learning education.
- You can work and study. You are not required to quit your job to study with us. You can work full-time and study full-time. No classes are given, and you only need to submit your assignments through email.
- You can study with or without Matric. We have an open access policy, which allows students with any educational background to study with us. This means that you can study any of our Provider Courses without Matric.
What Is The Difference Between Certification And Accreditation?
Here is the main difference between certification and accreditation:
| Certification | Accreditation |
|---|---|
| This is a written assurance from a third party that confirms a course has been completed. | In most cases, this refers to official recognition (the three Quality Councils in South Africa) that states that your course is accredited. |
| E.g. Matric Certificate | E.g. The Matric Certificate is accredited by Umalusi |
What Are The Steps For Accreditation?
The steps are different depending on the type of course you are completing. Courses that are accredited by Umalusi have different steps from courses that are accredited by QCTO. The same applies to university courses that are accredited by CHE.
Why Is A Provider Programme Important?
A Provide Programme is important because of the following reasons:
- It can be completed with or without a Matric Certificate
- You can complete it in a short period of time
- You can get a promotion at work
- You stand a chance to earn a decent salary
- It can boost your confidence and personal growth
Can I Get A Job With A Provider Programme?
Yes, you can get a job with a Provider Programme. Most employers will accept your application. It is important to at to your CV the skills you have learned in the Provider Programme.
With all of our Provider Programmes, you will receive a Subject of Completion, which will show your potential employer that you have learned a few skills with a Provider Course or Provider Programme.
What Is The Meaning Of College Courses?
College courses are courses that are designed by the college itself. These courses give students specific skills to be work-ready.
College courses are also referred to as:
- Short Courses
- Non-accredited Courses
- Provider Courses
These are courses that allow you to study with or without a Matric Certificate.
What Is The Main Purpose Of An Online Course?
The main purpose of an online course is to allow students to study from anywhere in the world. It also allows you to work and study. Students also choose online courses because they are quicker to complete, and they are affordable.
Here are all of the online courses that you can complete at Matric College:
- Matric Courses
- NATED Courses
- ICB Courses
- Provider Courses
Benefits Of Studying At Matric College
Studying at Matric College comes with many benefits. Here are the benefits of studying at Matric College:
- Get study material as part of your course fee. We will send you all of your study material through courier delivery services and at no additional cost to you.
- Submit your assignments as many times as you like. If you get less than 50% for an assignment, you are allowed to complete the assignment again. This allows you to get more than 50%. As long as you pass the subject within the course duration, there will be no additional costs involved.
- Register any time of year at Matric College. We allow our students to register when they are ready. This allows our students to make a decision without the pressure of a time frame. In this time, you can find out which course suits you best.
- Study multiple courses at a time. You are allowed to study more than one course at a time. It is important to be realistic about what you are capable of doing.
- Speak to a Course Expert that speaks your language. Our Course Experts combined speak 11 languages. If our Course Experts speak your Home Language, you get the chance to understand what our courses are about in your Home Language.
- We offer a variety of courses. We offer courses that will suit almost every student’s needs. Here are the courses that we offer:
What Is The Purpose Of A College And Is It Worth It?
The purpose of a college is to allow students to further their studies in the field of their choice. A college is worth it because it promotes self-development and is great for the economy as well.
What Is The Difference Between A University And A College?
Here are the main differences between a university and a college:
| University | College |
Universities are usually bigger institutions that offer:
| Colleges are usually smaller institutions that offer:
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| You can only apply with a Bachelor’s Degree Matric Pass Level, or in some cases with a Diploma Matric Pass Level. | You can apply with any Matric Pass Level (This also varies from college to college). At Matric College, you can apply at any Matric Pass Level. |
Is College Harder Than University?
Both types of institutions can be hard depending on the course you are completing. Remember that university and college are different from High School, just as Primary School is different from High School. These are factors that will determine your success at university or college:
- Your abilities
- Your interests
- The course you are completing
- Your dedication
- Your passion for the course
Is A University Better Than A College?
Both types of institutions are great choices for students. Here is how you can determine which type of institution you should choose:
| University | College |
If you answer “yes” to at least (3) three of these questions, then you should consider completing a course at a university:
| If you answer “yes” to at least (3) three of these questions, then you should consider completing a course at a college:
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Can I Complete A Provider Course In 2 Months?
Yes, you can complete a Provider Course in 2 months. We offer the following Provider course that you can complete in 2 months:
All of our Provider Short Courses can be completed between 2 and 4 months to complete, depending on how fast you can complete and pass the assessments.
What Are The Best Provider Courses To Complete?
The best Provider Courses to complete are as follows:
- Nail Care: Short Course
- Make-Up Application: Short Course
- Facial Skincare: Short Course
- First Aid: Short Course
- Child Day Care: Short Course
- Child Psychology: Short Course
- Crèche Management: Short Course
- Events Management: Short Course
- Wedding Planning: Short Course
- Tourism Management: Short Course
- Guest House Management: Short Course
After completing any of the above-mentioned courses, you can start your own business in that particular field, or you can start applying for entry-level positions.
Where Can I Study A Provider Programme?
You can study a Provider Programme at Matric College. We are a distance learning college, which means that you do not have to attend any classes. You can study from anywhere in the world, as long as you have an email address to submit all your assignment. We also do not have deadlines for assignments, you can submit whenever you have completed an assignment as long it is within the time frame of your course duration.
When Can I Start Studying A Provider Programme?
You can start studying a Provider Programme whenever you are ready. We do not have any registration deadlines. This allows you to make the decision at your own pace. You will never feel forced to register when you are not ready. It also puts the power in your hands, this allows you to study at the perfect time in your life.
At Matric College we value time, and we know that it is extremely important to use time wisely amongst, studies, work and family life.
Application Process
We pride ourselves on our easy application process. We try to make the application process simple and accessible to all of our potential students. To apply to Matric College, you can follow these (3) three steps:
Step 1: Get in touch with us
This is the first step you need to take in our application process. Choose the method you would like to contact us. These are your options to contact us:
- Book a call online and we will call you
- Complete the online registration form
- Contact us on WhatsApp: 072 799 4195
- Contact us on our landline number: 012 762 7100
Our calling hours are as follows:
Step 2: Speak to a friendly Course Expert
The second step of the application process is to speak to a Course Expert. In this step, our Course Expert will get more information from you with regard to your interests, abilities and qualifications. Here you both will decide on a course that best suits you. You ultimately decide which course you would like to complete.
Step 3: Become a registered student at Matric College
The third step of the application process is when you officially become a student. This means that you have decided on a course. You will receive your first batch of study material between (5 to 7) working days after you have successfully registered. You can attempt your first assignment until you have completed the entire course.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, Provider Courses are not scams. Students that choose these courses are ones that need the skills to start working in a specific industry. These courses also allow students to start their own businesses. The college should always inform students whether the courses that they offer are Provider Programmes or Provider Courses.
No, Provider Programmes do not have any credits. Only accredited courses have credits that count towards furthering your studies in the same field of study.
No, a Provider Programme does not have NQF Levels. These courses have NQF Levels:
Yes, a college should tell you if you are completing a Provider Programme. If you are not sure, ask the college if you are completing a Provider Programme.
No, you do not need a Matric Certificate to complete a Provider Programme. This is all you need:
- Be 16 or older to apply
- Apply with or without a Matric Certificate
- Understand, read and write English
- Study through distance learning
No, you cannot work abroad with a Provider Programme, but you can start your own business in South Africa, with the skills you gain from our Provider Programmes.
Yes, they are easy to understand, but it still takes time and dedication to complete a Provider Programme.
No, you do not write a final exam for a Provider Programme. You only submit your assignments, which you have to pass with 50% or more. All of your assignments should be submitted through email.
These are the reasons why employers do not accept provider programmes:
- Personal preferences
- The type of job requires accreditation (e.g. medicine, law)
- Employers trust accredited and recognised courses
Yes, you can apply for a government position with a Provider Programme Certificate. You always need to make sure that they are not looking for an accredited qualification.
Author: Jesmé Africa