EDUCATION 2017 Berea Tech: transforming your hopes for career success into reality

NO matric? No maths? Not satisfied with your marks?

None of these scenarios need be a barrier to achieving your dreams with Berea Technical College (Berea Tech).

This is because Berea Tech focuses on supporting students to achieve their dreams by offering a comprehensive range of programmes and teaching strategies especially designed and created to help them.

These programmes enable students to develop their skills, gain accredited qualifications in their field and have successful careers. And for those learners who did not achieve the matric marks they need to pursue the degree of their choice, Berea Tech offers qualifications that enable students to transition into degree courses. Quality, accessible education Berea Tech is an independent, specialist institution with a strong focus on electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, chemical engineering, business studies, travel and tourism, and information technology.

Its qualifications are aligned to the needs and requirements of the workplace, while being nationally recognised and duly accredited with the relevant quality assuring bodies. As such, Berea Tech courses and qualifications ensure graduates quality employment.

Berea Tech offers the following accredited programmes:

• National (N) Certificates in Engineering (N1 – N6),

• National (N) Certificates in Business Studies (N4 – N6);

• National (N) Certificates in Travel and Tourism (N4 – N6);

• Galileo Certificate (travel and tourism);

• ICDL – International Computer Driving Licence;

• ICB (Institute of Certified Bookkeepers) accredited programmes that range from basic accounting to full financial accounting;

The college is fully registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training and its programmes are accredited with QCTO, Umalusi and MICTSETA.

It is also an ISO 9001:2008 certified educational institute and as such, is recognised as a provider of proven, quality education. Strategies for student success Berea Tech believes in going the extra mile in helping students get the most out of the education and achieve to their full potential. Some of these strategies for success include:

• Extended lecture periods so that more teaching can take place;

• Increased amount and frequency of assessments so that that students’ progress is continuously assessed and if needed, remedial action can be taken straight away;

• Bridging and foundation programmes specifically designed to help students make a successful transition into further education;

• CIME (Centre for Innovative Mathematics Education) – holistic programmes that support maths lecturers and learners;

• Focus on communication and understanding of concepts, which is integrated into all mainstream programmes; • Wi-fi access throughout campus; • Maths and Physical Sciences lectures made available to students on CD;

• Support programmes offered free of charge on Saturdays;

• Work integrated learning (WIL) – work readiness programmes using labs and simulation programmes to practically prepare students for the employment environment. Graduates recognised As a leading private, independent education institution, Berea Tech recognises the achievements and accomplishments of its students with a formal graduation ceremony held in the middle of each year. Student friendly As a well-established institution, Berea Tech is geared up to provide its students with a complete educational package right from the start. In addition, the college’s fees are highly competitive, with various payment options available.

Fees include textbooks, support classes, practical lessons and access to free internet.

National (N) diploma graduates also have access to Berea Tech’s student placement programme, which facilitates employment or in-service training placements for these graduates.

As a city campus, Berea Tech has created the perfect ambience conducive to studying and learning. It uses the city as a learning experience, and balances this with a campus that is fit for its purpose. Contact Credibility and accreditation are everything when it comes to further education – so choose your institution wisely.

For further information on Berea Tech or details on how to register for 2017, visit www.bereatech.co.za or call 031 304 5207.