While he emphasised that online applications remain the primary method for applications at higher education institutions, management must, in any event, be ready for those who seek placement outside of the set registration dates.
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“You need to allow as many students as possible, with obvious consideration to enrolment plans and available resources. It is clear that some people would like to take advantage of the situation by festering confusion and distortion in order to achieve political goals,” the Deputy Minister said.
He held a meeting with the principals of all TVET colleges at Ekurhuleni West TVET College in Germiston on Thursday. It was an opportunity for the Deputy Minister to get an update on the registration processes and challenges that TVET colleges are experiencing.
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TVET colleges – previously known as further education and training (FET) colleges – provide theoretical and practical training for graduates to help the country close the skills gap in certain major sectors.
