There are so many Jobs in South Africa: in retail, administration, manufacturing, sales, security and even health that do not require any certificate like matric.
The National Senior Certificate or NSC is a high school diploma and is the school-leaving certificate in South Africa. This certificate is commonly known as the matriculation (matric) certificate, however, grade 12 is the matriculation grade.
Vacancies You Apply For without matric or experience:
- KFC Careers: Sales Agents, Cashiers, Pickers Job Vacancy (x15)
- Cleaners Needed Urgently (x20)
- Spar Career Opportunities (x12)
- WAREHOUSE PICKER & PACKER/CLEANER URGENTLY NEEDED (x60)
To obtain matric, students study at least seven subjects, including two compulsory official South African languages, either Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, Life Orientation and three elective subjects. The official pass grade is 40%. The mean mark in any subject is usually about 55.
Life Orientation as Learning Areas
The Life Orientation (LO) comprises of the non-academic skills required in life. It consists of the following parts-
World of Work: This part prepares the pupils for the workplace
Health Education
Physical Education: This part includes involves physical exercise and training
Religious Education: This part focuses on religious education. The schools in South Africa decide which religion to follow. Students are excused from these classes.
Citizenship and Responsibility: This part makes students aware about their rights and responsibilities as citizens.
To apply for a job, you must know how to write a resume or curriculum vitae (cv). It helps the recruiter know at your educational background or your skills if you have any. If you reading this then, it is obvious you can read and write a cover letter.
