TVET Colleges and NSFAS

TVET Colleges and NSFAS

Technical and vocational education and training (TVET) colleges are emerging as engines of success in a world where education is the key to a better future, especially when combined with the financial aid provided by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). By providing students with fundamental knowledge and skills, these institutions make sure they are well-prepared to participate in the workforce and society at large.

We examine the mutually beneficial relationship between TVET colleges and NSFAS in this essay, showing how they work together to help students realize their potential. To close the knowledge gap between education and market demands, TVET institutes are essential. These universities provide a wide variety of courses with an emphasis on transferable skills that are useful in the workplace.

TVET colleges provide a wide range of programs that cater to different industries, from engineering and construction to hospitality and business administration. This strategy makes sure that graduates are well-equipped to succeed in their chosen occupations as well as being armed with theoretical knowledge.

The NSFAS’s Application

For many aspiring students, finding the money to pay for higher education can seem impossible. To assist eligible South African students who aspire to continue their education at public TVET colleges and universities, NSFAS offers financial aid. NSFAS lessens the financial burden, making education accessible to a wider range of people by paying for tuition, housing, study materials, and even a living stipend. Thus, deserving students are free to concentrate on their academics without being constrained by financial issues.

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Application Date for TVET Colleges 2024/2025

Applications are open now for bursaries from the government’s funding scheme, NSFAS for university and TVET College studies in 2024

Application Requirements for TVET Colleges 2024/2025

Before applying to any of the Tvet Colleges, all students must have the documentation listed below.

3 certified copies of the ID of the Learner
3 certified copies of the ID of the Parent/Legal Guardian
One ID-size photo
Copy Certified of latest school report/Grade 9 or Higher
A unique Email address and cellphone number

CRITERIA for BURSARY APPLICATION

ONLY South African citizens are eligible to apply.
Students must be registered or intend to register on an NC (V) or Report 191 program.
In need of financial assistance (a Means Test is administered to determine whether or not a student meets this criterion).
Able to demonstrate potential for academic success.

MEET THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BEFORE YOU APPLY:

Students must enrol in more than three (3) subjects to be eligible for a bursary.
Only academically successful students may apply for the next academic level.
Tvet Colleges reserves the right to verify the information on the application form. This information will be treated as confidential.
This bursary does not apply to employer students.
A student may ONLY apply for EITHER the transport or accommodation allowance.
100% class attendance is expected to qualify for the transport or accommodation allowance.
Bursary recipients who switch from one program to another (i.e. from NC (V) to Report 191 program N1 – N3 or vice-versa) or change programs within an NC (V) or Report 191 program during their studies are not eligible for financial assistance.
Bursary recipients who complete NC (V) Level 4 are not eligible for financial assistance should they want to enrol in another NC (V) program or Report 191 program N1 – N3.

Similarly, bursary recipients who complete Report 191 N4 – N6 are not eligible for financial assistance should they want to enrol for another Report 191 program N4 – N6, or an NC (V) program. Bursary recipients who complete NC (V) Level 4 are only eligible for financial assistance should they want to enrol for Report 191 N4 – N6.

HOW TO APPLY: TVET College Nsfas

Please visit the NSFAS website – nsfas.org.za
You may also choose to visit any Tvet College – Student Support Service for assistance.
Please ensure that you have the correct documents (certified not older than 3 months) in electronic format available:
Your South African ID or a birth certificate( if you do not have a green bar-coded ID or smart ID card)
ID of parents and/or guardian or death certificate where applicable.
Pay advice/letter of employment/ pension advice stating income of parents and/or guardian (SASSA slips are not
required and SASSA should not be included as household income

Please ensure that you download the CONSENT FORM and that your parent/s and or guardian complete it – this has to be attached to your Application form see flip-side for details.

NSFAS funds Ministerial programs and students must refer to each college, however, the generally funded programs are below:

Engineering Studies – (National Certificate -Vocational) NQF levels 2-4 & Engineering studies – Report 191 N1-N6
Engineering and Related Design; Electrical Infrastructure; Civil Engineering
Construction and Information Technology & Computer Science
Business & Utility Studies (National Certificate – Vocational) NQF levels 2-4 & Report 191 N1-N6
Management; Marketing; Finance; Office Administration; Economics & Accounting; Education & Development; Hospitality; Tourism; Safety in Society and Transport & Logistics
Pre-Learning Programme (PLP) funding through NSFAS

Here is the List of Tvet Colleges that provide Nsfas:

Eastern Cape

Buffalo City TVET College Nsfas Application
Eastcape Midlands TVET College Nsfas Application
Ikhala TVET College Nsfas Application
Ingwe TVET College Nsfas Application
King Hintsa TVET College Nsfas Application
King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College Nsfas Application
Lovedale TVET College Nsfas Application
Port Elizabeth TVET College Nsfas Application

Free State

Flavius Mareka TVET College Nsfas Application
Goldfields TVET College Nsfas Application
Maluti TVET College Nsfas Application
Motheo TVET College Nsfas Application

Gauteng

Central Johannesburg TVET College Nsfas Application
Ekurhuleni East TVET College Nsfas Application
Ekurhuleni West TVET College Nsfas Application
Sedibeng TVET College Nsfas Application
South West Gauteng TVET College Nsfas Application
Tshwane North TVET College Nsfas Application
Tshwane South TVET College Nsfas Application
Western TVET College Nsfas Application

KwaZulu-Natal

Coastal TVET College Nsfas Application
Elangeni TVET College Nsfas Application
Esayidi TVET College Nsfas Application
Majuba TVET College Nsfas Application
Mnambithi TVET College Nsfas Application
Mthashana TVET College Nsfas Application
Thekwini TVET College Nsfas Application
Umfolozi TVET College Nsfas Application
Umgungundlovu TVET College Nsfas Application

Limpopo

Capricorn TVET College Nsfas Application
Lephalale TVET College Nsfas Application
Letaba TVET College Nsfas Application
Mopani South East TVET College Nsfas Application
Sekhukhune TVET College Nsfas Application
Vhembe TVET College Nsfas Application
Waterberg TVET College Nsfas Application

Mpumalanga

Ehlanzeni TVET College Nsfas Application
Gert Sibande TVET College Nsfas Application
Nkangala TVET College Nsfas Application

Northern Cape

Northern Cape Urban TVET College Nsfas Application
Northern Cape Rural TVET College Nsfas Application

North West

Orbit TVET College Nsfas Application
Taletso TVET College Nsfas Application
Vuselela TVET College Nsfas Application

Western Cape

Boland TVET College Nsfas Application
College of Cape Town Nsfas Application
False Bay College Nsfas Application
Northlink TVET College Nsfas Application
South Cape TVET College Nsfas Application
West Coast TVET College Nsfas Application

For more information, please use the following contacts below:

NSFAS Virtual Contact Centre

We are available to assist through the following channels:

Email: info@nsfas.org.za
Facebook: National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Twitter: @myNSFAS
Instagram: @myNSFAS

For queries regarding payments and balances:

Tel No.: 08000 67327
Email: collections@nsfas.org.za
For general inquiries relating to accounts:
Email: queries@nsfas.org.za

With the help of NSFAS, TVET colleges are strengthened and able to provide students with a vibrant platform for practical and affordable higher education. These institutions serve as launchpads for people to reach their objectives rather than merely serving as stepping stones to a prosperous career. The partnership between TVET colleges and NSFAS is poised to become more important as South Africa continues to place a high priority on education and skill development to create a workforce that is competent, knowledgeable, and empowered.

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