Namibian College of Open Learning (NAMCOL) Courses

Namibian College of Open Learning (NAMCOL) Courses Offered

NAMCOL - Namibian College Of Open Learning

Introduction

NAMCOL provides study opportunities for adults and out-of-school youth. The College`s core activity has traditionally been its programme of Secondary Education (SE), which enables those who cannot or do not wish to attend formal schools to study for either the Junior Secondary Certificate (JSC or Grade 10) or the Namibia Senior Secondary Curriculum (NSSC or Grade 12). Since 2004 Tertiary Level Programmes were introduced for students who wishes to pursue studies after Grade 12.
The following programmes are on offer:
* Secondary Education  (SE)
* Tertiary Level Programmes (TLP)
* Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET)

Secondary Education

The Secondary Education programme is intended for learners who have been unable to gain admission to the formal education system for Grade 10 (JSC) or Grade 12 (NSSC). It is open to both out-of-school youth and adults. The objective is to allow these target groups to study at their own pace and convenience in order to complete their JSC and NSSC certificates.

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Grade 10 (Junior Secondary Certificate)

Subjects on offer:

The following is the list of subjects on offer, with the respective examination subject codes for grade 10:

Grade 12 (Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate)

Subjects on offer: 

The following is the list of subjects on offer, with the respective examination subject codes for grade 12:

* Tertiary Level Programmes (TLP)
Certificate in Education for Development (CED)
Certificate in Local Government Studies (CLGS)
Certificate in English Communications
The Bachelor of Arts in Youth Development Work (BYD)
Diploma in Youth Development Work (DYD)
Certificate in Community Based Work with Children and Youth (CWCY)
Certificate in Early Childhood Development (CECD)
Certificate in Business and Entrepreneurship (CBE)
Diploma in Education for Development (DED)
Diploma in Early Childhood and Pre-primary Education (DECPPE)
the Bachelor of Arts in Youth Development Work (BYD)
Certificate in Business and Entrepreneurship (CBE)

Technical, Vocational Education and Training Programmes (TVET)

Introduction

NAMCOL offers the following Technical, Vocational Education and Training Programmes:

  • Automotive Mechanics
  • Plumbing and Pipefitting
  • Welding and Metal Fabrication
  • Office Administration
The ultimate aim of these programmes is to alleviate the high unemployment rate in the country. As employment opportunities in the formal sector shrink, the acquisition of business management and entrepreneurial skills for self-employment becomes crucial. The development of entrepreneurial skills for self-employment will be part of these programmes.

Target groups

The primary beneficiaries will be –

  • existing NAMCOL trainees
  • unemployed youths and adults
  • entrepreneurs seeking to upgrade their skills.

The programme objectives are to –

  • equip trainees with knowledge and skills to further their studies
  • equip trainees with knowledge and skills which will give them a chance to enter the job market
  • equip trainees with knowledge and skill which will assist them to be self-employed
  • assist existing entrepreneurs to upgrade their skills.

To be admitted to this programme, a candidate must have –

  • at least a Grade 10 (Standard 8) certificate with a pass in English, Mathematics and Science, apart from Office Administration, which does not require Science
  • background/experience in a field to enrol or a technical subject (e.g. Design and Technology).

Fees for 2018

  • Tuition and registration will be N$ 6550.00
  • Successful candidates will apply for loans through NSFAF

 

Tertiary Level Programmes

Please View The TVET Application Form here

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