Short course
Administering a SQL Database Infrastructure
Netcampus
- Cost not listed
- Check requirements
Open intake
Skills & Training
Skills that open doors.
Free courses, funded learnerships and recognised certifications from trusted South African providers — and many of them need no matric at all.
8 open now
2 free or funded
3 need no matric
Start where you are
What are you looking for?
No matric? Start here
Courses, learnerships and certificates you can apply for today.
3 open now
Free & fully funded
Learn without paying a cent — someone else covers the fees.
2 open now
Earn while you learn
Learnerships and programmes that pay a monthly stipend.
New ones added weekly
Finish your matric
Rewrites, upgrades and the adult matric — at any age.
3 open now
Learn online
Self-paced and online — fit it around work or family.
New ones added weekly
Closing soon
Applications that close in the next two weeks.
New ones added weekly
See what you qualify for
Sign in to save opportunities, get picks matched to you, and keep track of everything you apply for.
Browse by field
What do you want to work in?
Information Technology & Digital
8 open
Business, Admin & Office
3 open
Finance & Accounting
3 open
Sales, Marketing & Retail
3 open
Engineering & Artisan Trades
3 open
Construction & Built Environment
3 open
Healthcare & Community Services
3 open
Education & Training
3 open
Hospitality, Tourism & Food
3 open
Transport, Logistics & Supply Chain
3 open
Agriculture & Environment
3 open
Mining & Minerals
3 open
Manufacturing & Production
3 open
Safety, Security & Compliance
3 open
Creative, Media & Design
3 open
Beauty, Wellness & Personal Care
3 open
Work Readiness & Life Skills
3 open
Matric & Foundational Education
3 open
Explore
Every open opportunity
4
matches
Short course
Short course
Java SE 8: Programming
Netcampus
- Cost not listed
- Check requirements
Open intake
Short course
Java SE 8: Programming ED 1
Netcampus
- Cost not listed
- Check requirements
Open intake
Short course
Java SE 8: Programming II
Netcampus
- Cost not listed
- Check requirements
Open intake
Show more
Showing 4 of 4
Recognised certifications
Earn certificates employers know
Industry certifications prove a specific skill — and most don't ask for your school results. You pass the exam, you hold the certificate.
Know your options
Learnership, internship, certification — what's the difference?
They all build skills, but they suit different people at different points. Here's the plain-language version.
Learnership
A structured programme that mixes classroom learning with real work at a company. Most pay a monthly stipend and end in a qualification registered on the NQF.
- Matric
- Depends on the level — many entry-level ones don't need it.
- Cost
- Free to you. Employers and SETAs pay.
- Length
- Usually about 12 months.
Apprenticeship
Training on the job for a trade — electrician, plumber, welder, mechanic — that ends in a trade test and makes you a qualified artisan.
- Matric
- Varies by trade; maths often matters.
- Cost
- Usually free, often with a stipend.
- Length
- One to four years.
Internship
Real work experience for a set time — usually for people who've finished a qualification and need that first job on their CV.
- Matric
- Usually yes, plus a qualification.
- Cost
- Free. Many pay a stipend.
- Length
- 6 to 24 months.
Certification
A credential from a technology or industry body that proves one specific skill. Employers recognise it, and it travels with you.
- Matric
- Most don't ask — you pass an exam.
- Cost
- Exams cost money unless sponsored.
- Length
- Weeks to a few months.
Short course & skills programme
Focused training on one thing — Excel, customer service, first aid, coding basics. Quick to finish and a solid line on your CV.
- Matric
- Rarely needed.
- Cost
- Free to a few thousand rand.
- Length
- A day to a few months.
Finishing matric
Rewrite subjects, improve your marks, or complete matric as an adult. It's never too late, and it opens the next set of doors.
- Matric
- This is how you get it.
- Cost
- Public support exists; tutoring varies.
- Length
- One exam cycle or more.
No matric? Read this
You still have real options.
Not having matric closes some doors — not all of them. Plenty of learnerships, skills programmes and industry certifications look at what you can do, not what's on paper.
- Start with what's open to youFilter for “No matric needed”. We only include listings that say so clearly, so you don't waste an application.
- Earn while you learnEntry-level learnerships often accept Grade 9 to 11, and many pay a monthly stipend while you train.
- Get certifiedMany industry certifications only ask you to pass the exam — no school results needed.
- Finish matric when you're readyYou can rewrite subjects or complete an adult matric at any age. It opens the next set of doors.
Stay safe
How to spot a fake learnership
Fake learnership adverts are common. They're after your money, your ID number, or both. Real opportunities never work like this.
Listings marked Verified have been checked by the SPAAN NOW team. Every Apply button takes you to the provider's own site, and we never charge you to apply.
Seen something off? Tell us.
- You're asked to pay a fee to apply, register, or “secure your spot”.
- Recruiting happens only on WhatsApp, with no company address or website.
- They “guarantee” you a place or a job before any interview.
- They ask for your banking PIN, passwords, or a deposit.
- A free email address (like @gmail.com) claims to be a company or government department.
Questions
Good to know
Does SPAAN NOW run these courses?
No. We bring opportunities from trusted providers — training colleges, companies, SETAs and partners like Netcampus — together in one place. When you apply, you apply directly with them.
Is it free to use?
Yes. Browsing, saving and tracking are free. Some courses have fees — the cost is on every listing — and many are free or fully funded.
What does “No matric needed” mean?
The provider has said clearly that you can apply without a matric certificate. If a listing doesn't mention matric, we show “Check requirements” instead — we'd rather not guess.
What is a stipend?
A monthly allowance some learnerships and internships pay while you train, to help with transport and living costs. It isn't a salary, and the amount varies.
What does “Verified” mean?
Our team checked that the listing is real and its details are current. Unverified listings come from partners too — they just haven't had that extra check yet.
How do I keep track of what I applied for?
Save anything you're interested in. After you click Apply, we'll ask whether you applied — say yes and it moves to “In progress” in My Learning, where you can update it as you hear back.
I finished a course. Now what?
Mark it as completed in My Learning and add it to your CV. Then look for jobs on SPAAN NOW that ask for that skill.
Your next step can start today.
Save what interests you, apply on the provider's site, and keep track of it all in one place.