Applicants are required to have successfully passed matric. The applicant's ability to cope with the level of the course needs to be established, evidence of which can be found in a matriculation certificate with exemption or a sufficient aggregate in relevant subjects. In case of doubt a standard literacy test is part of the selection process.
Prior learning can be recognised (RPL), and a specific leaflet is available for more information. Holders of a Diploma in Education can join the 4th – 6th year part-time programme to upgrade to the Bachelor of Education.
All applicants are interviewed as part of the application process. Selection criteria are whether the applicant meets the entry requirements, understands the nature of the training programme, has an openness of mind (particularly a willingness to allow diversity of opinion and belief), is in good health (to be able to meet the requirements of the programme), is willing to subscribe to an non-substance abuse policy, is able to engage in self-study outside of course hours and is able to maintain financial commitments in respect of the training programme.
If you would like to apply, please contact us for an interview. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds here in South Africa and elsewhere. Bursaries are available for South African previously disadvantaged students.
Contact enq@cfce.org.za to register, or for more information.
Click here to download application form. (Word format DOC, 140 kb)
At the time of submitting an application form (which can be after the interview) a non-refundable fee of R 100 is payable.
After acceptance on the course, and prior to starting the lessons, a deposit is required of R 3,000. This deposit is refundable on completion of the course, after all contractual obligations have been met.
The annual course fees then become payable in 10 monthly instalments, from January to October each year. The course fees are reviewed annually, and the amounts for 2009 are:
| Full-Time: | 10 x R 2,400 | = R 24,000 |
| Part-Time (yr 1-3): | 10 x R 1,650 | = R 16,500 |
| Part-Time (yr 4-6): | 10 x R 1,350 | = R 13,500 |
| These fees include a levy for internet facilities at the Centre, course materials, coffee/tea, etc. | ||
Limited bursaries are available for South Africans from disadvantaged backgrounds. An application may be submitted to Helen Stotko, chairperson of the bursary committee.
Possible further expenses of R 800 - R 1,000 include:
For payments directly to our account –
Bank name: Standard Bank
Account name: Centre for Creative Education
Account number: 071793046
Branch: Plumstead 025409
SWIFT: SBZAZAJJ
