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We answer your training and career-related questions.
The Career Planet team of advisors is headed up by Lynn who is a highly experienced career development specialist.
CLICK BELOW TO SEE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ):
FAQ about the General Certificate of Competence
FAQ about Matric (NSC) re-writes
FAQ about Matric (SC - old curriculum) re-writes
FAQ about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Send your career-related questions to askus@careerplanet.co.zaand the Career Planet Team will answer them online. We look forward to being of service to YOU!
More questions:
Lezanne Asks:
Ek het 'n LLB-graad en wil nou graag in onderwys ingaan. Is daar miskien 'n manier dat ek die graad kan omskakel na 'n onderwys graad toe, of moet ek van voor af 'n onderwys graad doen? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Tracy Asks:
Can I write 2 subjects - in Matric did Abet need to sit for English and Zulu. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Anza Asks:
I am a student of Tshwane University of Technology who recently completed a national diploma in Geology. I did my internship with Umvoto company ltd in cape town. It was about exploration geology and GIS(for 8 months) and I also did another internship with Open groundwater resource which was about exploration geophysics. Please have a look at my cv to see more about my exprience. So am applying for any position at your company, even though is a training position. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Tam Asks:
I have just completed an MBA overseas, and have returned to South Africa, now beginning a job search. My "ideal" job looks like this Law Research Administrator position advertised by UCT. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, and an MBA. What other jobs encompass these responsibilities? In what direction can I proceed with my job search? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Gary Asks:
Can you please advise me on were I can go or contact if I want to train people and what it involves since I have already trained people in the motor engineering sector in the past. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Thank you very much for the help, I just got a better insight on what I want to be. Unfortunately, my codes for last year wasn’t that good, so I need to wait till June. Guess that means I cannot go for a radiologist anymore. Geomatics? Will I be working for the government? And is this a career that lasts till retirement? I would like more info on radiology. The closing dates for applications, the symbols I need in my subjects and the universities that offer careers in the above career. You have my details in a previous email. Please Lynn. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Petra Asks:
Graag wil ek net verneem: ek stel belang om onderwys te studeer en kan julle my dalk help met meer inligting ens? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Karen Asks:
I have a daughter in Matric this year who isn’t sure what to do next year when she is out of school. We were talking about studying linguistics, and I am hoping you can give us some guidance as to what the requirements are, as well as what her subjects to study would be? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Thatha Asks:
I’m a 30 yr old working full time, I have 10 years customer care experience and I have never had the opportunity to study further after matric. I would like to have a qualification to my name but at this age I still don’t know what to study, I know there is a skills shortage in this country so I would not mind studying something that will enable me to find a job easily once I am done. I passed maths very well; please advise me what to study part time? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Tulsi Asks:
If I want to become a psychologist or Montessori Teacher or something in the Business Field then how much points do I need to get into WITS?Click here for Lynn's reply.
Monique Asks:
I am 23 years old, currently studying Bcom with specialisation in law at Unisa. I should be finished with my degree at the end of the year 2010. I didn't do Maths or Physical Science in Matric and my marks were not that good. I would like to know if their is any way possible to study medicine at a University and how to go about it? My marks for my current degree are average. I did the following subjects in Matric and i passed with a matriculation exemption : Biology SG, Business Economics, Art , Design , English 1st language, Afrikaans 2nd Language, Geography SG. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Anél Asks: I am 33 years old and wrote matric in 1994. I’ve always wanted to become a doctor, but my matric maths and science marks were horrendous. I ended up obtaining a BA degree in Information Science, but the medicine thing still bugs me. It’s like a calling that I can’t ignore it’s all I’ve ever really wanted to be and I believe I will never be fulfilled work wise unless I at least try to obtained that MBChB. However, I just found out that my matric marks are still considered even though I’m over 23 and hold a degree, so I need to remedy that. Can you tell me where and how I can re-do just my matric maths and natural sciences and ensure that these new marks are considered when I apply to study Medicine? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Lesley-Anne Asks:
I like to find out what a Training Facilitator needs and what responsibilities goes along with it. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Kgadi Asks:
Please help I want to study boilermaker course, then am looking for the institution, colleges/private colleges that offer that course and what are the requirements. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Andy Asks:
My daughter is interested in studying physiotherapy. Her current subjects in Matric are: Maths Lit, CAT, English, Afrikaans, History, Life Orientation, Consumer studies.
I am interested to know if there are any universities which offer bridging courses for her in any related subjects which would give her the chance to follow this career. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Al-Girvan Asks:
I am a 17year old learner attending Swartberg Secondary .I do not know what I want to become next year since I am in Grade 12. I have maths, physics, geography ,life science, english F.A.L and afrikaans Home, and was the top learner in all subjects mentioned above in 2009. I like to see myself helping people who has injuries, or investigate in their conditions. I love working on computers, but do not have CAT. My current careers in mind are Geologist, Radiologist, and any career in medics excl. Doctor, nurse or in that line since I am not good in the field-zone. I like to read, and are very interested in what happens in my body. What careers can I go in to? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Anonymous Asks:
Hi I just finished school last year and I’m not sure what to study. I was thinking of studying Bcom IT but I did the following subjects in school: Maths Literacy, English, Afrikaans, Business Studies, Tourism, CAT and Life Orientation. Could you please help I really need the advice. What else could I possible study? Please list.Click here for Lynn's reply.
Vimbai Asks:
I am a PA and Marketing Assistant and would like to do a degree programme in business administration with a bias towards Marketing. I have 7 “O” levels 3B’s and 4 C’s but no Maths, English I have a B grade . I am 30 years old. Which level do I start at? Which programme is most suitable for me? Click here for Lynn's reply.
BW Asks:
Wow ok thanks so much for you're assistance! Do you offer a course in Physiotherapy? and if so what are the points needed with the subjects i have?43 points is just way to high for me, i need something that a little lower and something that i can personally achieve well! Click here for Lynn's reply.
Precious Asks:
I failed my matric last year and I supplemented my 2 subjects this year but still they were complicated but I tried my level best what if I fail again would I be able to combine my new marks with my previous marks would I get a matric certificate?. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Warren Asks:
What can I do if a production manager refuses to pay me my market related rate per hour? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Thandi Asks:
What is meant by operations management? Click here for Lynn's reply.
EP Asks:
I just finished my grade 12 and everything went well, BUT I got 49% for Physical Science and need 50% as a minimum requirement to study Architecture at Tuks. I went to a private school in Nelspruit and wrote the IEB exam. Can you please advise me on rewriting just the one subject to improve my mark? How do I register for the next government final exam the end of the year, if that is my only choice? Is there any other way I can rewrite with another learning centre e.g. correspondence teaching? I would like to do this ASAP so that I can register and hopefully be one of the lucky few that will be chosen for the Architecture degree at Tuks!. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Faith Asks:
I am currently working at the mines I have completed short course purchasing and supply so I want to continue my studies so that I can be a qualified buyer. Which course can I do to take me to the next level? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Karen Asks:
Please could you advise which subjects my son will need to take in high school to help him study computer gaming after school? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Lloyd Asks:
Please assist. I possess a honors degree in Industrial Engineering and currently working as a business process analyst. The job entails managing maintenance and manufacturing processes through management systems. I have been doing this job for a 2 years and fill there is no career growth. I would personally like to be involved or become a maintenance manager or move into a managerial position very soon. What route do you advise me to take? I thinking of obtaining GCC first or doing post-graduate course in business management. Please advise which is the best option with the pros & cons of each. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Lisa Asks:
I would like to find out about rewriting three of my subjects. I am from Nelspruit Mpumalanga. Please could you send me some details. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Dear Abram Asks:
I have N3 electrical and N2 mechanical and I want to become artisan.
1.where can I get the financial aid to pay for training and trade test? 2.if I register with careerplanet are there any chances of getting learnership or sumthing? 3.is it a bad idea to do trade test with minimum requirement like n3?Click here for Lynn's reply.
Evidence Asks:
I’m a grade11 learner who is currently confused on which career to choose. I’m interested in doing something along medicine. but I don’t know which career to do because of my school marks. they are as follows...maths-60, physics-80 to 70, life science- 73, English HL- 64, Afrikaans- 64, and I understand that computer applications technology is not a university subject. can u please PLEASE, PLEASE help me? What career in the medical field would best suit my profile? I would really appreciate your help. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Gerry Asks:
I have matric and did a company sponsored Management course of which the patrons were, the Paris Chamber of business, European business school, Nafcoc, SAIM etc. The course stretched over a 3 year period and covers many relevant subjects relating to aspects of Management. The accreditation for doing the 3 year course was M+3, as rated by the HSRC. I would like to know if this diploma can assist me in doing a business management degree, if it can be done long distance and costs. What I really am interested in to study psychology at my age, and little/no time to attend classes. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Nicoleen Asks:
I wrote my matric in 2004, I passed, but looking at my results now, they are not pleasing. I would like to know if I can still upgrade my marks. And if yes where do I do it? Thank you. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Kabelo Asks:
Do you of any companies that offer bursaries for national diploma or BTech degree in analytical chemistry, offer it during the second semester because I know of many companies that do but only by the start of the academic year (January). Click here for Lynn's reply.
Kabelo Asks:
I have always believed that every career is rewarding provided that you have the right qualification and experience. But lately I have found myself entertaining negative comments from some of my university friends who we studied analytical chemistry together and we will be graduating for our national diploma next month. We are about to complete our in service training in industry and I was contemplating to go back to school and do a BTech degree in the same discipline. But they forever discourage me by saying analytical chemistry does not pay compare to engineering. Is that really true? And secondly which one of the three first graduate degrees weighs more weight: BTECH, BSC OR BENG. Thirdly is BTECH RATED on the same NQF level as BSC HONS chemistry and if it does, does it applies to other causes as well. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Nompumelelo Asks:
I am currently a third year student doing my bachelors in business administration at CIDA City Campus. I would like to know if you offer scholarships for post graduate studies as I would like to father my studies and do my honours next year. I would also like to know the process for applying. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Njabulo Asks:
I completed matric in 2009. My end year results where as follows: English home language 52%, Afrikaans first additional 55%, LO 62%, agricultural technology 43%, CAT 43%, geography 42%, mathematical literacy 57%. I would like to know with these results if I qualify for any engineering career; I wished for mechanical engineering. Logistics management was my 2nd option if it doesn’t work. Which good career will be the best, with lots of money? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Tulsi Asks:
I am in grade 11 and do maths, history, accounting, business studies. How much points do you need to get into WITS? If I do mathematical literacy which I don’t but if I do then will it give me a possibility to get into Wits and how many points will I need? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Dineo Asks:
I did my matric in 2005 and had a problem rewriting my matric in the past few years. So now that I am working I will be able to pay the fees. So all I want to know is how much it costs - I only want to write 3 subjects. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Brian Asks:
I am a Computer Application Technology teacher for grades 10 - 12 and I have received a letter from the department of education that I should acquire a fourth year teaching qualification as I am in possession of a T3 qualification.
Please advise what I can do to achieve this at your institution. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Lebogang Asks:
I want to study I.T. or in the FINANCIAL FIELD at UCT. I am currently in Grade 10 and I would do anything to get mathematics and physics, but my parents won’t allow me to repeat grade 9. I have been thinking about mathematics and physics home schooling, I had problems last year with bullies so I couldn’t learn in class; my marks from term one to four are 60, 48, 48, 49. I just wanted to know if there is a way to get into UCT with maths literacy. I was supposed to have MATHEMATICS but my school won’t allow me just because I got 49%. I tried talking to them but they don’t want to, so is there a school I can got to and do mathematics, or where can I do it as an extra subject, or is my only choice to repeat grade 9. Any solutions please? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Jason Asks:
I am 17 year old matriculate wanting to study Journalism, Law or Dramatic Arts. I am hard working and very passionate in what I want to do the only problem is I do not have the finances to attend University or College is it possible if you could advise me to some Financial Aids or bursaries which gets offered in these three Career paths and where will I be able to study for these careers in the Cape Town area. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Puleng Asks:
I took my matric last year and I have the following grades: English 49, Afrikaans 46, Maths 41, life orientation 61, IT 21, physical sciences 23, and visual arts 57. I would like to pursue medical or biological sciences. I would like your advice in terms of how and where to improve my matric scores in order to take the degree courses I'm interested in. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Chris Asks:
I am studying the LLB degree at the University of Pretoria and would like to find out if I am able to practice overseas? Would I have to apply for bridging courses how does it work? Where can I find out about bridging courses for South African LLB Law students? Please help! Click here for Lynn's reply.
Rozell Asks:
I'm 21 years old. I have a N6 Certificate in Business Management which I obtained in 2007. I don't know how to study further. How do I obtain a diploma? My lecturer told me that I only need to go to university for 18 months to complete my degree. Can you please give me advice on how to go about this; I need to start studying in June. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Daniel Asks:
I have received a bursary to study sound engineering at Birnam College. My problem is that the bursary cover tuition fee only, so I need to have funds to pay for admission fee, books and exams. I will again need money to pay for accommodation and food. Please help me. Click here for Lynn's reply.
A Asks:
I am currently in Grade 11. I do business studies, C.A.T., consumer studies, English, Afrikaans, LO and Maths Lit. I want to study architecture when I am done with school but I don’t know if I will be accepted into a university with my current subjects? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Ntombikayise Asks:
I'm a 1st year student and would like to know more about the bursaries you offer to students who do BSc computer science. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Evidence Asks:
I’m a grade11 learner who is currently confused on which career to choose. I’m interested in doing something along medicine. but I don’t know which career to do because of my school marks. they are as follows...maths-60, physics-80 to 70, life science- 73, English HL- 64, Afrikaans- 64, and I understand that computer applications technology is not a university subject. can u please PLEASE, PLEASE help me? What career in the medical field would best suit my profile? I would really appreciate your help. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Jami Asks:
I would like to find out which Institutions in Cape Town offer courses whereby past matriculates can redo selected subjects? The individual whom I refer to, matriculated in 2007. The subjects that she would like to redo are; Physical Science, Maths, English (The applicant did English as a second language and has to do it at first language level). I would also like to find out what the minimum requirements are for studying civil engineering (what marks need to be achieved for the selected subjects) and do any of the institutions offer additional subjects that will help with credits when applying to study civil engineering. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Rabie and Jandrie Ask:
I want to become a engineer and have a choice between going with the N subject route and complete the GCC (government certificate of competency) or study the S subjects and complete my B-tech. I am struggling with the choice and have a few questions:
1. Is it true that you can qualify for the GCC with a B-tech?
2. Which qualification will make me more marketable?
3. Wont it save me time to just complete the GCC with the N route?
4. When will the N subjects be phased out and I heard the GCC is going to be phased out, is this true?
5. Which qualification carries more weight, GCC or M-tech? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Naeelah Asks:
I’m a grade 12 learner and I have no idea what I want to be when I’m done with school. I do consumer studies, CAT, English, Afrikaans, maths literacy, life orientation and history. I get about 50% for all my subjects. I’m interested in maybe becoming an air hostess; can u please tell me what subjects u need 4 that. I’m lost and I seriously need help. Can you please give me some advice, thanks.Click here for Lynn's reply.
Shiraz Asks:
Is there a place in jhb that I could study anatomical pathology technology. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Walter Asks:
I matriculated in 1995 without Mathematics nor Science as one of my subjects; I only have English, Afrikaans, Accounting, Biblical Studies, Business Economis, and Biblical Studies. I would like to become a Boilermaker and would like to know which Institution could offer a person like me a course. I am currently employed and would need an Institution either in Pretoria or Johannesburg (Kempton Park preferably) that offers part-time studies or Saturday classes. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Nadia Asks:
I am currently in the Marketing sector specializing in trade and in need of a boost. I have had done NDP (non diploma studies) within the marketing field. I have also done various other vocational courses. Now that I am able to pay for my own studies, I would like to choose wisely. I’m a 33 year old married women with children and I reside in Cape Town. The problem is … I have 3 ideas:
1: Do a Bcom in Marketing – 3 year, I will grow within this field and maybe prosper financially. This is the logical move and in the direction of work that I am. But is this direction the path that I would like to take … answer .. I don’t know!
2: Do a BA (HUS) General with a M’s in Anthropology and Psychology…. WOW! It scares and excites me. These subject matters interest me ‘big-time’.
This is not a logical move, it does not seem to yield any future benefits but it could as we are not sure what future ‘employment’ structures will look like.
3: OR a BA (LAL) … this would be a field have been for 10 years now .. I do enjoy writing and creative writing … it will pay the bills, but does it yield any benefits for my future. This is just an exciting and I can once again see myself doing this in a business … there are many other benefits of this degree.
I have an end in mind: Me(aged 60) and hubby sitting in a very modest house close to the beach … writing a novel or something. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Anonymous Asks:
I finished school about 13 years ago. I believe that there are government programmes for people who cannot afford to study. If I write maths then I will have my matric. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Eleanore Asks:
I have completed my BCom Degree in 2002 majoring in Information Technology and Business Management, My Subjects included Accounting I, Statistics I, Economics I, English Business Communication I, Auditing II, Business Management I, II, III, Information Technology I, II, III. In 2004 I completed a IT Engineering Skills Development (Programming) Learnership with ISETT SETA. My subjects were Business Management, Word Processing and Windows, A+, Microsoft Access, Visual Basic, Oracle & SQL Programming and Project Management. In 2004 I have looked for vacancies in IT and could not find any jobs, as I did not have the experience. I The college where I studied offered me a job in their finance department. I accepted and worked there for 4 years, here I worked with Petty Cash, Debtors, Creditors, Admin and my Directors Personal Assistant. During my stay there I embarked on studying part-time courses such as Pastel Accounting, Bookkeeping and Financial Accounting at Varsity College. I then looked for employment elsewhere; currently I am employed as an Accounting Clerk where my duties include Petty Cash and Debtors. My major duties include the Debtor Management, chasing, reconciliation, and following up on the debtors. My Concern with my career at the moment is that I am streamlining into one specific area of my career, which is the debtors, I don't enjoy what I am doing now as it is not challenging for me. I am in a position now to change my career to IT before my qualification becomes stagnant as I am already over qualified for the job that I am doing. The part that I enjoyed most during my studies was the Information Systems section. Is there an opportunity to develop into this career without experience in the field? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Robin Asks:
After I told my parents that I wanted to study fashion it was a bit of a shock to them. So I said I wanted to do what they want. But my application was unsuccessful (lucky). But I want to move to Pretoria and work in a shop that can teach me more about fashion, but will also pay me enough so I can live in Pretoria and save to pay my own studies next year, since my parents refuse to pay for it. But my parents wont let me move till I have a job, or place to live. And I only have this week to make it happen. So please anything would help. I really want to study fashion merchandising, and I willing to work very hard. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Leisle Asks:
I completed a Lay Counselling course at Intec but don’t know where to go from here. I want to further my studies because I would like to work as a counsellor. I would really appreciate your input on what subjects I need to do next and where should I go to further my studies. My diploma from Intect doesn’t allow me to work in the field but I'm also not sure if I qualify to study through a University. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Joyce Asks:
I have a sister who want to rewrite the subjects she failed in 2008 WHAT MUST SHE DO. Click here for Lynn's reply.
BW Asks:
What are the points needed for Educational Psychology at UCT?? I take Biology, Geography and Computers and Maths. What marks will I need for those subjects at the end of matric???Click here for Lynn's reply.
Ntokozo Asks:
I am a matric student and I take maths literacy and I want to be an interior architect is that possible what can I do. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Eva Asks:
I want to know if I can combine 3 x N3 subjects with my existing matric marks, I have Eng, Afr, and Bio. I am considering Office Practice, Computer Practice and Public Admin. Please advise if I will be able to get a combined matric certificate. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Ursula Asks:
My daughter is currently in grade 11. Her subjects are ENGLISH, AFRIKAANS, MATHS, ACCOUNTING, PHYSICAL SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND GRAPHIC DESIGN AND LIFE ORIENTATION. Please advise whether these subjects are suitable for my daughter to qualify to study to become an Architect at University. What should her pass rate be for entry level at University. She wants to study at the University of Witwatersrand. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Amanda Asks:
I am 28 years old and running my own construction company for 5 years now. I left school after st7 and would like to get my matric and maybe study some civil engineering. How do I do this after hours? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Robyn Asks:
I heard about you guys at an exhibition outside of my work place. I’m an aspiring journalist, stuck in a waitron’s body!], and I’m also a former BSc.Biotech. dropout - meaning I’m still paying that off. ''Any-how'', are their any bursaries for journalism I'm planning on applying to CityVarsity - but clearly don't have the finances needed. What's my best option? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Evelyn Asks:
Can you please assist me? I am desperately looking for work for a 22year old male who is interested in finding something ASAP. I have been very unfortunate with leanerships because I always apply to late. Is there maybe a place that I can send him to apply for a leanership. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Mr Ndlovu Asks:
Good day! Please help, I am very much interest on acquiring a learnership. I did: Mercantile law, Economics, Accounting, Business Economics, Afrikaans, English and Zulu. I would really like to improve myself. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Marié Asks:
Is Science required to study architecture. My son’s subjects (currently grade 11) are: Afrikaans, English, Maths, Science, Life Orientation, Civil Technology and Technical drawing (TT). He wants to change subjects (take CAT in stead of Science)? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Christina Asks:
I do have two different statement of results, other one is having three subjects which I has passed is : Zulu : Economics :Business Economics . The other statement is having Two subjects which is : Information processing : Public Administration. So I want to know that is it possible to combine those subjects and make one Senior Certificate. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Tovhowani Asks:
This school Churchil Resource College in Pretoria is it certified by DET. Their number is 012 3286284, I need to take my little sister for matric rewrite for 2010 academic year, can I do so? Please, help me before I waste the future of my child. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Clyde Asks:
Please help me. I recently passed matric and I would like to study for a degree in architecture at university. However my results were bad and I achieved a Higher Certificate pass which does not meet the requirements for a degree in architecture. In order for me to qualify for a degree in university, I would need to obtain a Bachelors pass. I would like to know if there’s anyway I could do courses; re-write exams or programs that would help me achieve this goal which I am passionate about. My subjects for matric were; Mathematics, English, Afrikaans, Business Studies, Accounting, Physical Science and Life Orientation. I know I have the ability and potential to do better given the chance. Is there anyway you can help me achieve this? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Kerry Asks:
My son wrote the matric IEB exams with maths literacy and failed to achieve high enough marks to gain university entrance. He is considering redoing his matric exams this year. Would it be better to redo the IEB exams or straight national senior certificate? What are the chances of being able to catch up and do maths having dropped to maths literacy in mid year, grade 11. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Annelisha Asks:
I have failed my matric year in 2008 since then I haven’t picked up my results because I am definitely humiliated and embarrassed I have absolutely no idea what to do with my life I have so many career options in mind but I can’t go forward if I don’t have my matric I need help I don’t want to go back to school but I want to rewrite maybe in a college how do I go about doing this please help me. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Penny Asks:
I would like to know if it is possible to only re write SAKE Afrikaans. I was at Buffalo City College in 2007. I really want Matric!!. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Ismail Asks:
I need to obtain a matric certificate or NSC. But unfortunately left school half way through standard 9 so I only have a completed standard 8 pass. Who can I study through correspondence with in order to obtain a matric cert? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Mthobisi Asks:
My relative asked me to check colleges where she can be able to do matric part time, like maybe attend on weekends, the other thing is, and she’s from Lesotho. Which college do you suggest around Pretoria that can help her in this? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Lerato Asks:
I am a South African currently living in England; I am looking to move back to South Africa at the end of the year; as I have decided to further my education there. I have gained AS and A Level qualifications over here as I have been here for 8yrs now. I want to build a portfolio of South African qualifications including matric grades, how can I go about qualifying for matric grades post the high school stage? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Leo Asks:
My name is Leo Sias, and I just received my matric results. I’m very pleased and I wish to pursue a career in Chartered Accounting, but I can’t, because I have Maths Literacy and not mathematics. my marks were good and I received 83 % for maths literacy, can’t they make an exception and accept me, I know I’ll be able to do it, coz I did mathematics in grade 10, but we were too few to make up a class again. please help me!!!!! Click here for Lynn's reply.
Mathiri Asks:
I have N.D in Mechanical Engineering and I`m planning to apply for a Government Certificate of Competency (GCC), I would like to know instituitions offering a preparation training (Sandwich course) for a GCC examination in Gauteng Province? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Kay-mare Asks:
I studied for home care April 2009 - September 2009. They said that I must register at seta to work in hospital. Could you send me details how to register myself? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Fezile Asks:
Please help me. I would like to become an accountant (auditor), but I have been discouraged by people and friends as I did not do maths in high school, only accounting. I was wondering if I can make this dream a reality – by getting either a bridge course – or choose an alternative career with an option of maths / accounting as additional subjects. Please help me – I am extremely passionate in numbers, and been told I am good at working with them. I am at present working as a Pastel Administrator (deal with journals) most of the time. Please tell me more about other exciting careers that I can do (with finance). I am over 23 years. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Estelle Asks:
My son passed matric in 2008, but not good enough to qualify for degree entrance. He applied to do a Diploma in mechanical engineering and was conditionally accepted. They look at their numbers and informed him that they only took the best and the best filled up their numbers (no space for him). He did extremely well throughout his schooling career, but experienced some personal hick-ups in grade 11 and 12. I know that the two grades are the most important and it can make you or brake you, should you want to study further. He has the potential to pass, if he can only be given a chance. What can I do to help my son? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Dolly Asks:
I want to do an international MBA on line next year. Where do I find potential sponsors? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Anton Asks:
Would you please be so kind as to assist us if possible: we are attempting to locate training providers doing the following course: 59389 National Certificate: Nature Conservation: Resource Guardianship. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Kholiswa Asks:
I would like to know whether you can refer me to one of your career advisers/counselors. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Carol Asks:
I would just like to get some more information regarding careers with a National Diploma qualification in Safety Management. I need an in depth description of what the jobs entails, remuneration, working hours and conditions. I also need information on Career guidance teachers, are they still in demand at schools, qualifications to obtain should I be interested, what it entails, working hours and conditions, is it the same as being a normal teacher. Do you have to have a formal Teaching Qualification? Would the remuneration package help me to advance financially? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Razien Asks:
My son is currently completing grade 10 and no longer wish to go back to school. He prefers to go to a college where he can study IT/ Computers. We live in Jeppestown in the Kensington area. I’m a working class dad and hopefully there will be such an institution that would accommodate us with a payment structure. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Sharon Asks:
My son is in Grade 9 selecting his Grade 10 subjects. He is very undecided about what career to choose. He is very interested in personal training (gym), diet. What would he study after matric to get involved in this? Sports Management? Dietics? And Where? We live in Cape Town. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Itumeleng Asks:
I’m a 22 year old female. I need your help to choose the right career path to take. I have passed matric with no exemption and I have studied Management Assistance, which is a new secretarial course, at Motheo FET College (Bloemfontein) until 2008. My N6 subjects include Communication, Office Practice, Computer Practice and Information Processing. Now I would like to pursue a career in Marketing. How can I learn more about this course? Will I qualify to study through Unisa?. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Anthony Asks:
Please advise on the availability and cost of RPL for Core Unit Standards for Construction Roadworks NQF Level 3. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Ria Asks:
I have quite a lot of work experience, e.g.: debtors, creditors, invoicing, month end statements, EFT Payments, bad debt control, credit control, payroll, office administrator, etc. I discover now that I want to qualify myself with Bookkeeping, then Accounting, then Chartered Accountant. I'm a single woman, 44 of age. Not having the finances to pay for studies. Please direct me where and how to go about for an Internship or Learnership in mentioned direction. Area of preference is Randfontein or Krugersdorp on the West Rand. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Raeesa Asks:
I am currently in grade 9 and wish to study to become a chartered accountant. PLEASE tell me which subjects I require in grade 10 to do so. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Jose Asks:
I am in Grade 9 and need some advice on what subjects to study next year. My dream profession is to become a chef. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Sibusiso Asks:
I completed my matric last year (2008).I did Mathematics, English, isiZulu, Accounting, Economics, Business Studies and LO. I need to know about the admission requirement for BSc Computer Science. It is possible to be admitted to this Degree without I.T. and Physical Science to any university in South Africa. I also need to know about possible careers and job opportunities. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Rabie Asks:
I have got my N6 diploma in Electrical engineering but would like to do my BTech. Is it possible to do a BTech through UNISA with a N6?. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Ayesha Asks:
I have been in the Child Care Sector for five year and worked as a pre-school teacher trying to help the community, one of my resent employments was at a children’s home were I worked with abused, homeless children. And when the facility closed many of these kids had to return to that circumstance or just placed some where until they could find a better home. I registered with Unisa to complete a law degree (LLB); I am going to do this part-time since I also have to work. I am looking for financial assistance or a learnership for my studies. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Ferdinandt Asks:
I'm interested in the field of environmental science, specifically hydrology, physical meteorology or aqua science. Presently I'm not a student in the field yet and at this point I merely want to talk to someone and learn more about an environmental scientist's daily work. I don't know where to go or who to ask and for this reason I need your help, anyone's help. I need to learn more about the relevant fields, the work environment, etc. before I make my final decision. I have already seen a career consultant and he recommended I go into the field. I'm based in Gauteng, Johannesburg and I will appreciate it if you could provide me with contact details of companies in my area. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Lukhanyo Asks:
Hello, my name is Lukhanyo and I'm a grade 9 leaner. My dreams are to be nature conservationist, surgeon and an archaeologist. I would like you to do me a favour by telling me the first salaries of each career and also personalities, interests and duration years. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Miemie Asks:
I have a diploma in development studies done through Unisa. I would like 2 know where and how I can find a job. I also have teaching experience of 8 years in dance. I’m from Cape Town. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Ziyanda Asks:
I wanted to ask what are the chances of getting a bursary to study honors in Geology ? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Nomonde Asks:
I studied BCom accounting at UJ (RAU). I completed my first and second year and failed my third year twice. I started study in 2005-2008. And in 2009 did not study or work. I just wanted to find out if I could convert my degree to a national diploma at UNISA or other institutions? And also find out about the exemption fees and credits. I am 23yrs old and with no work experience so would really love your help. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Chris Asks:
I have worked in the media for many years and I would like to find out if I could get credits for this towards a recognized qualification in journalism if view of this my work experience. I was a news editor (3yrs) and Editor (2 years) of a weekly community newspaper paper and later I worked as a senior reporter for a Sunday newspaper. Can you please advise what I can do to get assessed, so that I can get some form of recognized qualifications in this regard. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Takalani Asks:
I would like to know if you offer any work for student during the holiday and if the are any work available I would like information about how to apply for it and I’m studying BCOM(IT) degree at UJ(KINGSWAY). I would really appreciate it if you can consider this and email me more information about the vacation job thank you. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Khathutshelo Asks:
I am a third semester student currently studying for my national diploma in electrical engineering (heavy current) at Vaal University of Technology. One of the requirements for the completion of the national diploma is that I have to undergo twelve months experiential training in industry. My special interests are electronics and other related electrical techniques. Should be an opening for experiential training in your organization, I would like to be considered for the position. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Nicole Asks:
I want to do my matric but I didn’t write my final paper from standard 9. So I want to know what I have to do. Can I do matric and study? Where ? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Lucien Asks:
I would like to know about bursaries for study; I am a foreigner from Congo Democratic and I would like to continue to study to the university in Western Cape. I have a matric in mathematical-physical in Congo and here I did a certificate in computer course. I want to do more. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Waldemar Asks:
I’m currently a UniSA student doing my BSc in Physics and Computer science. Even though I enjoy both Physics and Computer Science, my real passion lies with architecture. My original plan was to gain high enough marks to gain entry into Architecture at the University of Pretoria but in the meanwhile I have become self sustained with a job and so on which would be difficult if not impossible to keep if I move to become a full time student at UP. My question is, is there some way to study for a B Architecture or BSc Architecture degree through correspondence as with UniSA? Click here for Lynn's reply.
Cynthia Asks:
Lynn, I am interested 2 do customer service management @ unisa. So now I have a financial problem. I am matriculant with a driver's licence. Lynn, I hope u would help me. Click here for Lynn's reply.
Nicco Asks:
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