FET (Further Education and Training), OR TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) colleges, as it is NOW known, are institutions that offer educational training for careers such as Tourism, Office Administration and Hospitality. 

These colleges also cater for students that do not thrive in traditional schools by offering job-specific courses. Students learn theoretical and practical skills through TVET colleges. 

The purpose of these colleges is to prepare learners for a career in a specific field. TVET college students have the option of studying through distance learning. TVET colleges are accredited by the QCTO.   

What Is The Difference Between FET And TVET

TVET and FET College are exactly the same thing. They are not only for people who did not finish Matric. They aim to provide students with critical skills and practical knowledge of specific jobs. 

What Are TVET Courses

TVET courses are for students who have completed Grade 9 and are not part of a Higher Education Programme.   

TVET courses are focused on preparing students for a career in a certain field while providing them with the knowledge they need to excel at it.  

Here is a list of courses you can find at TVET colleges:

• Business Management
• Marketing Management
• Financial Accounting
• Office Administration
• Manufacturing and Technology
• Education 
• Art and Culture

Which Qualifications And Programmes Are Offered At Public TVET Colleges?

Students studying at TVET colleges can receive the following qualifications after completing their courses:

• National Certificate Qualification (Vocational), 
• National Accredited Technical Education Diploma (NATED)
• National Senior Certificate
• Skills Programmes and Non-Formal Short Courses
• Occupational Work-Integrated Programmes

What Makes Further Education And Training Different?

The South African education system consists of three bands, which are:

Can I Study At TVET College Without Matric?

Yes, you can study at a TVET college without Matric. TVET colleges offer courses that help you to get your Matric or a Matric Equivalent Certificate.

What Does A TVET College Offer To Grade 9 School Learners?

TVET colleges offer NCV qualifications that are equivalent to Grades 10, 11 and 12. After completing Grade 9 you can get your Matric Certificate. These qualifications also provide you with skills for specific careers. 

Do TVET Colleges Provide You With Work Experience?

Yes, TVET colleges do provide you with work experience. Most TVET college courses require students to complete practical work experience before they are able to get their qualifications. 

Career Paths

Consider all your traits when choosing a career. Once you decide on the career you want, the next step would be to apply for a course suited to this. Matric College offers courses suited to careers in:

• Financial Management
• Business Management
• Marketing 
• Legal Secretary
• Tourism
• Child Care 
• Beauty Therapy
• Event Management

What To Look For When Applying To TVET Colleges
 

When applying to a TVET college it is important to check that it is recognised. All TVET colleges must be registered with the Department of Higher Education. Accredited courses have great value in the job market. 

There is also an assortment of fully accredited Management courses offered at Bellview that you might find an interest in like, for instance, Human Resource Management or any other one of their Management Courses including Business Administration, Financial Management, Business Management, Marketing Management, etc.