What Is NCV?
What Is NCV?
What Is NCV?
The National Certificate Vocational (NCV) is a qualification provided in South Africa that provides students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in a specific vocational field. Introduced by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), the NCV is mapped as an alternative to traditional academic schooling, particularly for learners who have completed Grade 9 and are seeking a more hands-on, career-focused education.
The NCV is provided at public Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges nationwide. It allows students to choose from a broad range of specialized study areas such as Engineering, Business Studies, Information Technology, Hospitality, Tourism, and many others. The program runs over three years, from Level 2 to Level 4, which is equivalent to Grades 10 to 12 in the traditional school system.
What makes the NCV unique is its dual focus. Students not only complete core academic subjects like Mathematics, English, and Life Orientation but also receive in-depth training in their chosen vocational field. This prepares them to either enter the workforce directly with job-ready skills or to continue with higher education, such as enrolling in a diploma or degree program.
NCV qualifications are aimed at bridging the gap between schooling and the world of work. They are particularly valuable for students who prefer practical learning over purely theoretical instruction. By the time learners complete their NCV, they are better prepared to meet industry demands and contribute effectively in a working environment.
NCV Courses
- Finance
- Economics
- Accounting
- Marketing
- Management.
- Office Administration
- Information Technology and Computer Science.
- Civil Engineering.
- Electrical Infrastructure Construction.
- Engineering and Related Design.
- Education and Development.
- Hospitality.
- Primary Agriculture.
- Tourism.
TVET Colleges That Offer NCV
Most TVET colleges provide NCV courses and programs for students who wish to pursue vocational courses. Below is a list of TVET Colleges that offer NCV programs and courses:
Eastern Cape
- Buffalo City TVET College
- Eastcape Midlands TVET College
- Ikhala TVET College
- Ingwe TVET College
- King Hintsa TVET College
- King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College
- Lovedale TVET College
- Port Elizabeth TVET College
Free State
- Flavius Mareka TVET College
- Goldfields TVET College
- Maluti TVET College
- Motheo TVET College
Gauteng
- Central Johannesburg TVET College
- Ekurhuleni East TVET College
- Ekurhuleni West TVET College
- Sedibeng TVET College
- South West Gauteng TVET College
- Tshwane North TVET College
- Tshwane South TVET College
- Western TVET College
KwaZulu-Natal
- Coastal TVET College
- Elangeni TVET College
- Esayidi TVET College
- Majuba TVET College
- Mnambithi TVET College
- Mthashana TVET College
- Thekwini TVET College
- Umfolozi TVET College
- Umgungundlovu TVET College
Limpopo
- Capricorn TVET College
- Lephalale TVET College
- Letaba TVET College
- Mopani South East TVET College
- Sekhukhune TVET College
- Vhembe TVET College
- Waterberg TVET College
Mpumalanga
- Ehlanzeni TVET College
- Gert Sibande TVET College
- Nkangala TVET College
Northern Cape
- Northern Cape Urban TVET College
- Northern Cape Rural TVET College
North West
- Orbit TVET College
- Taletso TVET College
- Ehlanzeni TVET College
- Gert Sibande TVET College
- Vuselela TVET College
Western Cape
- Boland TVET College
- College of Cape Town
- False Bay TVET College
- Northlink TVET College
- South Cape TVET College
- West Coast TVET College
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