Intec College (Pty)
Intec College (Pty) offers the widest range of distance-learning courses covering many disciplines from business to creative studies.
- INTEC College is one of the South African market leaders in Further Education and Training via distance learning.
- INTEC is a modern South African college with a solid track record spanning more than 100 years. With its proud history, INTEC still remains relevant and continues to meet the cultural and academic needs of today’s student.
- INTEC College offers all the benefits of distance learning: i.e. students can continue to ‘earn while they learn’, they can study where and when it suits them and the fees are more affordable than face-to-face institutions.
- INTEC’s academic mission is to offer learning programmes that are innovative, relevant, flexible and adaptable.
Why Study With Us?
- Quality study material designed specifically for home study.
- The freedom to study at YOUR pace, where and when it suits YOU.
- The widest range of courses for today’s world. Free consultations with INTEC’s career counselling and development specialists.
- Free study choice advice from INTEC’s Student Consultants.
- The convenience of online enrolment, contact and advice.
- Affordable, easy payment options.
- Ongoing study support and individual attention from qualified tutors.
Of course we know that distance learning can be quite challenging. You will need to be responsible and apply self-discipline, but you will gain so much from the experience. Remember, study skills are a life skill, which will help you to succeed in all areas of life!
Our Vision, Mission and Values
The INTEC College team is committed to providing quality learning programmes at affordable prices.
We provide quality student service by being entrepreneurial, innovative, efficient, with a high level of integrity, strong teamwork, and professionalism at all times.
Our Proud History Intec College (Pty)
1896
A school in Scranton, Pennsylvania, USA, offers the first correspondence course to coal miners in remote areas. The school becomes known as ICS (International Correspondence Schools). By 1906, it has 850 000 students enrolled worldwide, including in Cape Town, South Africa.
1972
After surviving decades of turbulent history, including two world wars, ICS opens its Johannesburg branch. It soon continues its expansion with branches in Durban and Port Elizabeth.
1988
ICS changes ownership and alters its name to INTEC College. The College continues to grow in size and profile and opens offices in the Pretoria and Cape Town city centres.
1997
INTEC College becomes part of Naspers, owner of the largest group of private education providers in Africa. Naspers is a global organisation with major businesses in the worlds of publishing, the Internet and education.
2007
EDUCOR, INTEC College’s holding company is bought by National Pride (Pty) Ltd.
Today
We have branches in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth and Durban, and a pronounced presence on the Internet. We also provide top quality education and training to students worldwide.
Our Educational Provider Status
INTEC College is committed to meeting legislative requirements regarding accreditation and registration of private education and training providers.
Intec College (Pty) Programmes Business School
For more than 100 years, we at INTEC College have been closely involved with commerce and industry. We are in constant communication with both large companies and small organisations. We have found that, despite the differences in the size and activities of their organisations, employers throughout South Africa have two things in common:
- They experience an ever-increasing scarcity of people in all areas of management who are equipped with the required skills; and
- They select, employ and promote people who show initiative and determination.
From accounting to marketing, human resources to paralegal studies, we’ve got business covered. Prepare yourself for the challenges ahead – and know that you’ve got what it takes to meet them.
Accounting
Administration
Bookkeeping
No matter what industry you look at, they have one thing in common – they all need bookkeepers. So, whether you dream of working in the finance department of a blue-chip company or you see yourself flying solo and contracting out your specialised bookkeeping skills to other small businesses, a bookkeeping qualifications will help you to reach your goal.
Business Administration
Why are highly skilled administration personnel always in demand? Because administration is the core of any organisation, and it’s vital that it is performed efficiently at all levels. The INTEC Business Administration courses will give you the essential skills that you will need to become a business administrator in any sector.
Business Management
Clerical Administration
All organisations, whether they are in the public or the private sector, need administrative personnel to keep them operating productively. Clerks perform a variety of general administrative tasks, depending on the department in which they are employed. They also support the activities of management and professional staff.
Cost And Management Accounting
Credit Management
Customer Care & Call Centre
Export And Import
Finance & Accounting
Finance and Accounting
If you have a head for figures, and want to gain sound knowledge to pursue a career in the financial field, where you can analyse and use financial information strategically, then select from one of the many Finance and Accounting courses offered by INTEC College.
Financial Accounting
General Business Courses
General Business Courses – Marketing & Public Relations
Human Resource Management
The field of Human Resources combines administrative personnel functions, such as hiring, training, and other personnel issues, with performance management, employee relations and resource planning. INTEC College offers a range of courses to prepare you for a career in this important field.
Human Resources Development
Human Resources Management
Human Resources Management & Development
Import & Export Management
Import & Export Management
Labour Relations
The field of Labour Relations looks at the relationship between management and workers, particularly groups of workers represented by a union. To successfully compete in this field, you need an in-depth knowledge about Labour Relations in our country. INTEC College offers you a range of courses to prepare you for this challenging and important career choice.
Legal
Local Government Management and Finance
This field of study places particular emphasis on the distinctiveness of local government as part of the public sector in development and service delivery.
Management
The demand for skilled managers is currently greater than the supply. Select from a wide range of Management Certificates and Diplomas to prepare you for entry into this highly sought-after profession.
Marketing
Take a product from the hands of a producer and get it into the hands of consumers – that’s your goal as a marketer! To do this you’ll need a firm grasp of the principles of marketing. There are a great number of opportunities within this field and a variety of activities – marketing is a sought-after skill the world over.
Marketing And Sales
Paralegal
Paralegals have a sound knowledge of practical legal principles relevant to the legal profession. This provides them with the skills needed to help clients with legal problems. A career in this dynamic field involves preparatory work for attorneys, including liaising and consulting with clients, mediation and drafting important legal documents.
Project Management
INTEC offers a number of Project Management courses to prepare you for this greatly in demand field. Projects ranging in size and complexity have become a reality in every sector of the economy, and people with project management skills have become highly sought after by most organisations.
Public Relations
Public Relations is a management function that focuses on using communication to create mutually beneficial relationships between an organisation and its various stakeholders, both internal and external. Any company that is concerned about how it is portrayed in the public arena employs at least one PR manager. INTEC College offers you a range of courses in this exciting field of study.
Secretarial And Personal Assistant
Secretarial And Personal Assistant
Small Business Management
If you are already running a small business, then this course will give you a proven practical checklist to improve your sales, systems and profitability.
Supply Chain Management
The term ‘supply chain’ refers to the entire network of companies that work together to design, produce, deliver and service a product. In the past, companies focused primarily on the manufacturing of a product, but recently they’ve realised the importance of looking at the bigger picture and their focus now includes all aspects of the supply chain. Whether this is your first step towards becoming a supply chain manager, or whether you already have some experience in the field, you are sure to find an INTEC Course that will suit your needs.
The Secretarial Profession
The Secretarial Profession covers a range of careers which focus on giving support to key role-players in business, such as Senior Managers and Executives. These support roles are highly valued and rewarded, as they are acknowledged as essential to the smooth running and success of any business. INTEC College offers you a range of new curriculated courses in Secretarial Studies.
Intec College (Pty) Computer School
Computer Graphic Artist
Computer Programming
Computerised Art and Design
Launch your career in Art and Design the INTEC way! Keen to design your own ad campaign? Do you want to create your own special cards for weddings, birthdays and anniversaries? Want to be that person that can manipulate photos and create funny moments? Then your career starts here! When you work in an advertising agency, you will be exposed to sophisticated packages such as CorelDRAW, Photoshop, Flash, and many more. INTEC College can help you get one step closer to your career.
Information Technology
Information Technology plays a critical part in any business. In many organisations the computer systems form the core of the business. Often the entire business is totally dependent on the computer system and no work can be done without it operating correctly. All administrative and management staff should have a good understanding of computer systems. INTEC’s Information Technology courses are designed for administrative, management and computer staff. These courses will increase your knowledge of information systems in a business environment.
Internet
Internet Courses
Plan your Internet career path. With INTEC Computer School’s range of Internet courses, you can access the expertise you need to get the most from your Internet usage or to launch a successful career.
Introductory Computer Courses
Why do a Computer course with INTEC? In today’s world, a computer skill, even the most fundamental Word Processing and Data Processing abilities, like using MS Word and MS Excel, is essential in the computer industry. Kick start your career with INTEC College.The computer Industry constantly changes, and for you as a student it makes it difficult to stay ahead with technology. Our introductory courses give you the opportunity to decide where you would like to start. The basics in any context will always be there to guide you in the right direction. Please note that All Microsoft software consists of OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) versions.
Microsoft, Comptia
PC Engineering
Studying PC Engineering with INTEC College You love working with computers, don’t you? You’ve spent hours working on your PC, changing settings, adding and removing software and hardware – always trying out new things. Well, we offer a range of courses that will assist you with assembling and reassembling PCs, configuring your software and allowing you to manage your own PC.
Programming in Visual C++ .NET and Visual C# .NET
Earning a Microsoft Certification verifies your expertise in working with Microsoft products and technologies. A Microsoft Certification shows that you are a technical leader with the ability to successfully implement Microsoft business solutions for your organisation or client.
Intec College (Pty) Creative School
Express that inner creativity, and carve a career for yourself at the same time. You’ll see courses on dressmaking, fashion design and interior decorating here, as well as radio broadcasting and beauty care.
Agriculture
Art & Design – Photography
Art & Graphic Design
Art Of Aromatheraphy
Beauty Care – Make-up Artist
Beauty Practitioner
Beauty Therapy
Do you enjoy making people feel good? Now, with INTEC, you can attain the skills to do so and become successful whilst studying in your own time! INTEC offers a number of Beauty Therapy courses which are designed to give you the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge to be able to perform and offer many specialised beauty treatments.
Broadcasting & Digital Sound Engineering
Childrens Party Planner
Counselling And Psychology
Creative Writing
Dressmaking
Events – Wedding Planner
Farming for Smallholders
Have you thought of growing something on your smallholding or even the vacant patch behind your house? This course gives you simple but effective farming techniques that have been specifically developed for Southern African conditions. The emphasis is not merely on how to grow crops but also on how to make money in the process.
Fashion Merchandising And Fashion Drawing & Portfolio Presentation
Fitness
Flower Arranging
There is a growing demand for information and instruction in the art and technique of flower arranging. Flowers are used for adornment in almost every home and are an essential part of the celebration of life. They herald the birth of babies, are used to enhance the venues for weddings, birthdays and anniversaries, and they bring comfort at funerals.
Garden Design
Do you want to become a skilled gardener? INTEC College offers you a range of absorbing and comprehensive courses to improve your gardening techniques and knowledge.
Gardening And Horticulture
Hiv/aids Care Guidance
Home Based Care
Home Health Care
Interior Decorating
INTEC’s Interior Decorating and Feng Shui courses cover skills and technical knowledge needed to enter this field of interest. You will also learn how to combine the basic elements of decor to create positive energy fields to enhance environments.
Interior Decorating & Feng Shui
Photography
Photography is an intensely rewarding, creative and exciting pursuit. It is also far more complex than many people believe it to be. Taking a good photograph requires a combination of excellent technical know-how and artistic flair. This course has been designed to develop these two necessary attributes – while allowing you to have fun and gain valuable practical experience at the same time.
Somatology
Intec College (Pty) Vocational School
If there’s something you’ve always wanted to do with your life, INTEC can help you make it happen. Vocational studies covers everything from early childhood development to healthcare, tourism to security.
Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)
If you work in a financial-auditing or risk management capacity, this course will round off your skills by enabling you to conduct corporate related forensic investigations.
Child Day Care & Early Childhood Development
Counselling Theory
Self-awareness, interpersonal skills and compassion are the foundations of the counselling relationship. Whether you wish to study counselling to improve your personal skills and your relationships, or enhance your career opportunities, INTEC College has the course for you.
Criminal Justice
Safety and Security is the fastest growing sector in the South African economy. This multi-faceted industry offers a range of employment opportunities. INTEC College’s Criminal Justice courses will give you the skills to develop your career right from the start.
Event Planning
Learn the skill of planning and hosting successful events! Are you the person that people come to for ideas when they’re throwing a party? Do you have an active imagination and are you well organised? Do you like working with people and do you enjoy a dynamic work environment? If you’ve answered yes to two or more of these questions, chances are you could be great at Event Planning! The world of events is an exciting industry, and South Africa is a sought-after destination for many international organisations – whether it is to do business, exhibit products, or get involved in sport events. Private companies, large event companies, conference venues, sport stadiums and hotels need skilled staff to help them plan and organise their events.
Food Services
Guest House Management
Begin your studies in Guesthouse Management today. Learn the universal trends and practices in this Guesthouse Management course. You may already have a guesthouse or bed and breakfast establishment of your own, or you might have recently made the decision to start one. Whatever your motivation, the content of this course will provide you with the basic understanding of this industry.
Hospitality
There are so many opportunities open to you in the fast-growing hospitality industry! With INTEC’s distance-learning Hospitality courses you can study towards a Certificate or Diploma. Build your career in the hospitality industry the INTEC way.
Personal Fitness & Nutrition
Professional Cookery And Professional Catering
Psychology Theory
INTEC College’s various courses in Psychology Theory will give you the insight into human behaviour you need to understand yourself and others better. You will become more confident in dealing with people and different situations, both socially and at work.
Risk Management
Risk Management is an approach that management can adopt for managing an organisation more effectively. It is similar to the approaches of financial management or human resources management. Risk management has achieved its prominence today because it empowered managers to become aware of ways to identify, reduce, control or transfer risk. Today’s managers need to acquire knowledge, skills, attitudes and values to operate ethically and responsibly.
Safety & Security – Criminal Justice
Safety Health & Environment Short Courses
Security Management
Short Courses In Crime Scene Management And Project Management For Law Enforcement
Travel & Tourism
Travel and Tourism
South Africa has become one of the most attractive holiday destinations in the world. Our country’s splendid beauty and unique cultures are attracting international visitors in growing numbers. South Africans are also discovering the pleasures of travelling in their own country – a country with something to offer for all. Travel and tourism professionals ensure that the traveller’s journey is safe, organised, and runs smoothly – and that the country’s many attractions are showcased. You too could play a successful role in one of the biggest industries in the world.
Intec College (Pty) Technical School
With technical studies you can learn a trade, and build your future by being your own boss. Here you’ll find everything from mechanical, electrical and draughting, to woodwork and chemistry.
Automotive Technology
Chemical Laboratory Processes
Choose one of INTEC College’s Chemical Lab Processes courses. Career opportunities exist in a wide variety of industries such as food processing, chemical production, environmental monitoring, agricultural and pharmaceutical research.
Chemical Technology
Civil Engineering And Construction
Construction
INTEC College has been involved in providing courses in the Construction industry since 1984. There is now a renewed focus on the Construction industry by means of tackling unemployment, skills shortages, training and empowerment. Start your own lucrative business in this growing industry or prepare yourself for promotion to supervisory or management level.
Digital Systems
Draughting
INTEC College offers you Draughting training which is approved by the South African Institute of Draughting (SAID) and is fully accredited by the International Academy of Draughting, recognised leaders in the Draughting field.
Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Every stage in the generation and distribution of electricity directly involves the Electrical Engineering Technician. You will be responsible for the design, operation and installation of all types of electrical operating equipment. You will also be responsible for everything from the control of industrial processes to domestic installation practice
Electronics
Welcome to the dynamic and fast-growing world of electronics! Electronics is at the heart of modern industry and offers many career opportunities. If you want to study at home and become involved in this exciting field, then our courses are right for you! We offer a wide range of distance-learning courses in electronics. These courses allow you the opportunity to receive electronics training and knowledge by studying at home through self paced learning.
Fire Engineering
Launching NTC Courses
Information about National Technical Certificate (NTC) courses run by Intec College
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering is a dynamic industry that requires people with a thorough understanding of mechanics and specialist knowledge. The INTEC courses will give you the theoretical knowledge and skills to enter and succeed in the world of mechanical engineering.
Motor Engineering
In today’s fast-moving world, reliable transport is vital. That is why people with the knowledge to repair and service vehicles are in demand. Whether you are a newcomer to the motor industry or already working in it, INTEC’s distance education course is ideal for you. There’s no need to quit your job − you learn at home in your own time. Our expert tutors guide you every step of the way through our easy-to follow study material.
Intec College (Pty) Contact
CONTACT
29 Martin Hammerschlag Way
Foreshore, Cape TownTel: +27 21 417 6700
Fax: +27 21 419 1210