Do you Need a Matric? Here’s How. Not everybody gets to write Matric, and of those that do write Matric over 50% fail. You are not alone.

If you absolutely have to get a Matric the only way to do that is to go back to school. You can approach your nearest high school and talk to the principal to find out what options they can offer you. You can also register for an ABET (Adult Basic Education and Training) course ABET courses give you a Matric Equivalent qualification.

Or you could opt to do a Matric Course online and write your exams at a designated exam center. The certificate obtained through online matric is recognised as a traditional matric certificate.

What is Adult Based Education and Training?

Adult Based Education and Training grew as a result of the political struggles of South Africa’s past. Adult Based Education and Training aims to make a significant improvement in the quality of life of people who have had trouble finishing their schooling, or were not afforded the opportunity to progress further with their education.

So what exactly is Adult Based Education and Training? The Department of Education defines Adult Based Education and Training as the general foundation towards lifelong learning and development, a system that is made up of developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are required for social, economic and political participation and transformation. It is flexible, developmental and targeted at the specific needs of particular audiences and, ideally, provides access to nationally recognised certificates.

There are many institutions that can offer a quality curriculum and assessment in accordance with the regulations of the government. These institutions need to be registered with the Independent Examinations Board (IEB), and students need to meet the entrance requirements of the institution.  Students who comply with the national policy requirements are awarded the National Senior Certificate (Matric), which should be accredited by Umalusi.

Matric College is a Distance Learning specialist that helps you get your Matric. They offer both Adult Matric and Matric Upgrade options. We believe education should be available for everyone regardless of your background. It is their mission to empower their  students to be able to achieve the qualifications they have always deserved. With Matric College there are fully Accredited Courses you can take to improve your skills, and the good news is that you can do these courses from home through distance learning. Adult Matric is commonly referred to as Senior Certificate (Amended). If you are under 21 years old, you can rewrite your National Senior Certificate through the Department of Basic Education. Study Matric Online and you will be able to further your studies where colleges/universities require Matric. 

This whole process can take several years to achieve. On the other hand, you can get a Matric Equivalent Certificate.

What Is A “Matric Equivalent” Qualification?

• A Matric Certificate is on an academic level called NQF 4 (National Qualifications Framework Level 4)
• There are many qualifications that do not give you a Matric Certificate, BUT which is on the same academic level, NQF 4 level
• These other qualifications are not better and not worse than a Matric. But they will not get you a Matric Certificate. Because they usually have different subjects from a Matric. And usually, they are examined by a different government body. So they can be examined by a SETA, or by a Professional Body. And these bodies will then issues your qualification. Only Umalusi can issue a Matric Certificate
• When these other qualifications are also on NQF 4 level (academic level) and if they are properly Accredited, then they are called “Matric Equivalent” qualifications

There are also institutions which you can study with that do not require a Matric Certificate to start. Below are a few of the courses offered by TWP Academy.

• Occupational Health and Safety
• Financial Accounting Courses – ICB
• Office Administration Courses – ICB
• Business Management Courses – ICB
• Public Sector Accounting – ICB
• Entrepreneurship Courses – ICB

Do I Need a Matric to Study?

Now that you know how to get your Matric Certificate. Here are a few courses you can do at Skills Academy without a Matric Certificate. 

• Creative Courses
• Nail Care 
• Bookkeeping Courses 
• Secretarial Courses 

With Matric College you can study the following courses without Matric:

• ICB Courses
• Matric Courses
• Study Without Matric
• Accredited Courses
• Adult Matric Course

Last updated: 12 January 2022