What Next After Failing Matric Subject? Falling Matric exam may direct affect Student self esteem and can Course student to lack qualification to join University or TVET College but there an Option or Second chance as disscused on this article bellow.
Failed Matric? Under-performed? Here are your options to further your education
REWRITING CERTAIN SUBJECTS
If you did badly in only one or two subjects, it is an option to rewrite those subjects you didn’t pass, or those in which you want to get higher marks.
Supplementary Exams and Second Chance Programme
The Department of Education allows students the opportunity to rewrite the National Senior Certificate exams in June or November of the following year. This option extends to subjects that students may have failed and those that they would like to improve on, on the condition that these subjects are those they were registered for in the previous year.
While, the Second Chance Matric Programme aims to support learners who still need to meet the National Senior Certificate (NSC) or the extended Senior Certificate (SC) requirements, thereby completing the goals of the NDP and the sector and increasing learner retention.
COMPLETE A BRIDGING COURSE OR SIMILAR QUALIFICATION
An Intro to N4 course is similar to a bridging course, as it allows you to advance to N4, N5 and N6. After completing N6, you can apply to the Department of Higher Education and Training for a National Diploma, provided that you have gained 18 months of relevant practical experience. Passing an N4 level qualification is equivalent to Matric, and continuing through N4 to N5 will make you more employable than someone who only has a Matric certificate.
ENROL FOR A VOCATIONAL COURSE
A vocational course will allow you to step into the job market after completion. It provides the specific skills and theoretical knowledge required in fields such as, for example, project management, health and safety, logistics and supply chain management, and contact centre operations. All of these courses can be completed without having a Matric certificate and through distance learning, which means that you can even start earning while you’re learning.
ENROL FOR AN OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATE
An occupational certificate is a qualification that is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated competence in a specific occupation or trade. It is a nationally recognised qualification that is based on industry standards and is designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a particular occupation. In South Africa, occupational certificates cover almost all sectors including agriculture, business, construction, education, health, hospitality, manufacturing, mining, transport.
“While disappointing, failing or doing badly in Matric is not the end of the road for you or your aspirations,” says Makubalo.
