These are the commonly asked questions that have been received regarding adult matric. Please browse through this list. The answers you are looking for may be found here.
What can a student do if a certificate is not issued after completion of a qualification?
Students who experience problems relating to a certificate not issued after completion of a qualification at any private college that offers FET qualifications, should lodge a complaint in writing with the Department of Education. If a private college fails to … Continue reading →
What is Adult Matric?
Adult matric is the name given to matric for persons over the age of 21. Persons under the age of 21 must take the school matriculation exam. A Senior Certificate will be given to adult learners (Amended). A National Senior … Continue reading →
Where can one possibly redo matric for free?
Consider the “Second Chance Programme” from the Department of Education. The Second Chance Programme was created to support learners who have not completed the requirements for a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or the extended Senior Certificate (SC) and gives them another … Continue reading →
Are qualifications registered at National Qualifications Framework (NQF) level 4 equivalent to the National Senior Certificate?
A qualification at NQF level 4 or higher is not equivalent to the National Senior Certificate. There are various avenues one can take to attain a school-leaving certificate: Complete the National Senior Certificate Complete Senior Certificate if you are 21 … Continue reading →
I would like to register 2 subjects , I passed 5 subjects in matric…can you please advise a way forward?
There is a whole section on this website that deals with writing matric. The organisations that offer matric and that are listed here, in most cases also offer individual courses. All you need do is contact them to find out … Continue reading →
I only have grade 9 but want to improve myself. What are my options
The National Certificate (Vocation) – NC(V) could be an option for you. This qualification was intended to give workplace-based skill sets in a variety of in-demand South African job sectors increasing an individual’s employability. Not everyone is suited to an … Continue reading →
I wrote matric last year but failed. I want to write it again. Can I do this through ABET?
It is possible to rewrite the matric exam. However, to write the amended senior certificate (ASC) you need to be older than 21 years. To find out what organisations offer can assist you in rewriting the exam, follow this link… … Continue reading →
Can I write the adult matric exam if I am 18 years old?
No, you have to be older than 21 years to write the adult matric exam (the amended senior certificate). There’s nothing stopping you preparing for the matric exam by studying. Remember that the matric exam takes into account years 10 … Continue reading →
I’m 32 years old but I don’t have grade 9. I really want to be able to obtain my matric certificate. How do I go about this?
You would need to catch up to a grade 9 level before you can even start preparing for matric. ABET has four levels that reflect a more basic schooling level. ABET Level 1: Grade 3 ABET Level 2: Grade 5 … Continue reading →