Here are your options if you want to work after your Matric:
- Get an entry-level job
- Get an entry-level job while you rewrite Matric
- Get an entry-level job while you upgrade your Matric
- Get an entry-level job while you study a Short Course
- Get an entry-level job while you study a No Matric Course
- Get an entry-level job while you study a course that requires Matric
Get An Entry-Level Job
After Matric, while you are waiting for your results, you can look for employment opportunities. However, because you will not have acquired any work skills, you will likely end up with an entry-level job. Here are the entry-level jobs that can be available for you:
- Kitchen worker
- Sales Assistant
- Gardener
- Factory worker
- Driver (must be licensed)
- Cleaner
- Call Centre Agent
- Data capturer
- Domestic Helper
- Cashier
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Get An Entry-Level Job While You Rewrite Matric
You can also get an entry-level job while you rewrite your Matric. This is in the event of the following:
- That you failed to meet the requirements of a Matric – move from a failure to pass
- That you want to improve the marks of your subject/s
Is Rewriting Matric A Good Idea?
Yes, rewriting is a good idea. Here is why rewriting is a good idea:
- You can be promoted or be given more responsibilities at your workplace
- Better job opportunities
- You can explore opportunities for learnership
- Consider further studies:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Diploma Courses
- Higher Certificate Courses
- Certificate Courses
Who Qualifies For A Matric Rewrite?
Here are the requirements for a Matric rewrite:
- You must have recently completed your Matric year
- An incomplete Matric or Matric Certificate
Get An Entry-Level Job While You Upgrade Your Matric
You can upgrade your Matric while you work. This is in the event of the following:
- You want to pass your failed subjects
- You have passed, but you want to improve your pass mark/s
- You want to add subject/s
- You want to change subject/s
Is Upgrading Matric A Good Idea?
Yes, upgrading Matric is a good idea. Here is why upgrading Matric is a good idea;
- You can get a promotion at the place that you are working
- Look for better job opportunities
- You can study further:
- Explore learnership opportunities
- You can study through distance learning
Who Qualifies For A Matric Upgrade?
You qualify for a Matric Upgrade if you meet the following requirements:
- Matric or incomplete Matric
- There is no age restriction
Get An Entry-Level Job While You Study A Short Course
Our Short Courses are not accredited. This means that they are not associated with any accreditation body, for example, DHET, ICB or QCTO. It also means that they are not listed on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).
This is a body that is administered by the South African Qualifications Authority. However, our Short Courses equip you with the skills and knowledge of the vocation of your choice.
Is Studying A Short Course A Good Idea?
Yes, studying a Short Course is a good idea. Here is why:
- Short Courses are skills-focused
- Sharpen your skills and knowledge if you are already working in that field of your interest
- Equip yourself with the skills and knowledge in your preferred field
- You study for a short duration
- More affordable than accredited courses
- Study through distance learning
- Start your own business
Who Qualifies For Short Courses?
You qualify for Short Course if:
- You want to acquire the skills and knowledge of your preferred field
- You are 16 years or older
- You can read, write and understand English
- You can study through distance learning
Which Short Courses Can I Study At Matric College?
Here are the Short Courses that you can study at Matric College:
Get An Entry-Level Job While You Study A No Matric Course
You can also get an entry-level job while you study no Matric Courses. No Matric Courses are courses that you can study without Matric.
Is It A Good Idea To Study A No Matric Course?
Yes, it is a good idea to study a No Matric Course. Here is why:
- The courses are career-oriented
- The courses are accredited
- The courses are recognised by both employers and other professional bodies
- Courses are scarce skills courses
- Entry requirements flexible
- You can study further
Which No Matric Courses Can I Study?
Here are the No Matric Courses that you can study:
ICB Financial Accounting Programme
Here are the courses that you will study in this ICB Programme:
- Bookkeeping: ICB National Certificate
- Bookkeeping: ICB FET Certificate
- Technical Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma
- Certified Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma
ICB Business Management Programme
Here are the courses that you will study in this ICB Programme:
Who Qualifies For No Matric Courses?
Here are the requirements for No Matric Courses:
ICB Financial Accounting Programme
- Grade 10 or Equivalent
- You must be 16 years or older
- Able to read, write and understand English
- Be able to study through distance learning
ICB Business Management Programme
- Grade 11 (NQF 3) or equivalent
- You must be 16 years or older
- Able to read, write and understand English
- Be able to study through distance learning
Get An Entry-Level Job While You Study A Course That Requires Matric
With any Matric Pass Level, you can study NATED courses that lead to a Diploma. NATED Courses are also known as National Qualifications. NATED stands for National Accredited Technical Diploma. The courses have a practical component.
Is Studying NATED Courses A Good Idea?
A NATED Qualification aims to give the learner theoretical and practical knowledge. Here are some of the advantages of a NATED Qualification:
- A certificate is awarded at all levels
- Courses offer theory and practice
- Gateway to further studies
- A rich CV
A Certificate Is Awarded At All Levels
A NATED Programme has three levels, that is, N4, N5 and N6. A Certificate is awarded to students who successfully meet the requirements of each level. This means that you may be employed when you complete an N4, N5 or the N6 Certificate course.
Courses Offer Theory And Practicals
The NATED Courses offer both theoretical and practical learning. You will be work-ready when you complete your course. This makes you an asset to any employer.
Gateway To Further Studies
A NATED Qualification may be your gateway to further studies. You may also consider looking for employment opportunities.
An Impressive CV
Successful completion of any level of a NATED Course will boost your CV. You will have confidence when you apply for a position because you have gained the skills, knowledge and practical work experience in running and managing a business.
Who Qualifies For NATED Courses?
For NATED Courses you need to have a Matric. Both the National Senior Certificate (NSC) and the Senior Certificate (Amended) are acceptable qualifications.
Which NATED Course Can I Study At Matric College?
Here is a list of 28 NATED Courses that are offered by Matric College under The following 7 NATED programmes:
- Business Management Programmes
- Marketing Management Programmes
- Management Assistant Programmes
- Human Resources Management Programmes
- Financial Management Programmes
- Educare Programmes
- Legal Secretary Programmes
Business Management Courses
Here are the courses that you will study under this programme:
- Business Management: NATED N4 National Certificate
- Business Management: NATED N5 National Certificate
- Business Management: NATED N6 National Certificate
- Business Management: NATED N6 National Diploma
Marketing Management Courses
Here are the courses that you will study under this programme:
- Marketing Management: NATED N4 National Certificate
- Marketing Management: NATED N5 National Certificate
- Marketing Management: NATED N6 National Certificate
- Marketing Management: NATED N6 National Diploma
Management Assistant Courses
Here are the courses that you will study under this programme:
- Management Assistant NATED N4 National Certificate
- Management Assistant NATED N5 National Certificate
- Management Assistant NATED N6 National Certificate
- Management Assistant NATED N6 National Diploma
Human Resources Management Courses
Here are the courses that you will study under this programme:
- Human Resource Management: NATED N4 National Certificate
- Human Resource Management: NATED N5 National Certificate
- Human Resource Management: NATED N6 National Certificate
- Human Resource Management: NATED N6 National Diploma
Financial Management Courses
Here are the courses that you will study under this programme:
- Financial Management: NATED N4 National Certificate
- Financial Management: NATED N5 National Certificate
- Financial Management: NATED N6 National Certificate
- Financial Management: NATED N6 National Diploma
Educare Courses
This includes how to take care of children. Here are the courses that you will study under this programme:
- Educare NATED N4 National Certificate
- Educare NATED N5 National Certificate
- Educare NATED N6 National Certificate
- Educare NATED N6 National Diploma
Legal Secretary Courses
Here are the courses that you will study under this programme:
Author: Collin Wilbesi
Editor: Connor Bergsma
Date Published: June 21, 2022