West Coast College



West Coast College

West Coast College is a Technical and Vocational Education and Training College (TVET) where you will gain a meaningful qualification to gain access to the world of work, become an entrepreneur or enter university, depending on subject choices.

The college offers integrated theoretical and practical experience and exposure to your chosen programme. It provides you with an opportunity to make a career change with the skills you gain.

Before 1999 West Coast College consisted of several small satellites, which were then merged and officially declared as an FET College in 2003.



West Coast College was the last FET College to be formed in the Western Cape. Unlike other colleges that were formed around the hub of an existing technical college, its systems had to be established from scratch and today the college consists of five campuses. Central Office moved during 2015, in that same year the college officially changed from the name of FET college to TVET college

The Atlantis Campus was originally established in the 1980s as the Atlantis Technical Institute and in 1993 the campus became part of the Protea College. The campus finally merged with West Coast College in 2002.

The Citrusdal Campus opened for the first time in January 1999 as the Citrusdal Centre for Further Education and Training. At first it was part of the Tygerberg College and became part of West Coast FET College in 2002. The campus serves students from the Cederberg area – from Lamberts Bay and Clanwilliam to the Bergrivier-area including Porterville, Piketberg, Goedverwacht and Piket-Bo-Berg.

The Malmesbury Campus opened its doors for the first time in January 2005 and moved to new premises during 2014, whilst the Vredenburg Campus, formerly known as the Westlake College, became part of West Coast College in August 1999. The new Vredenburg campus was officially opened in November 2012.

The Vredendal Campus was started in 1997 and in September 1998 the campus moved to bigger buildings, due to the rapid growth of students.

In the first year of NC(V) implementation in 2007, West Coast College managed to register more students than the required target of 622 and managed to implement all the required programmes. West Coast College is now one of the biggest colleges in terms of the NC(V) intake.

The college has continued to expand its courses and total student numbers projected for 2016 is 10 218.

Vision 

To be an internationally recognised Technical Vocational, Education and Training (TVET) institution responsive to the skills development and training needs of the 21st century

Mission  

To provide TVET services of  relevance and have a responsive programme qualification mix by training students to:

  • Be skilled and capable;
  • Have access to success in Higher Education; and
  • Exploit Entrepreneurship opportunities

Values

Respect: Treat people with dignity – treat others the way you would like to be  treated.  Look after property and equipment and report all misdemeanours.

Motivation: Self-driven to achieve individual and West Coast TVET College goals and help others succeed with their goals.

Fairness: Consistent treatment of people yet managing firmly, so that no one feels discriminated against.

Honesty & Integrity: Doing all things above board with no hidden agendas or for self-gain.

Quality Driven & Responsive: Pursue all tasks with excellence in mind to enhance continuous improvement

Responsibility and Accountability:  Exercise emotional intelligence, take responsibility and be accountable for all our actions.

Quality Policy Statement 

West Coast TVET College is committed to continuously improving the services it provides to internal and external stakeholders and continually strives to exceed their expectations.

This will be achieved by meeting the set quality objectives which will be reviewed on a regular basis, through our commitment to comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2008.

Programmes/Courses at West Coast College

  • National Certificate (Vocational)
  • Report 191
  • Occupational Programmes
  • Higher Education

West Coast College Campuses

There are Five (5) Campuses in West Coast College. They are namely;



  1. Atlantis Campus
  2. Citrusdal Campus
  3. Malmesbury Campus
  4. Vredenburg Campus
  5. Vredendal Campus

West Coast College Registration

How To Apply

Applying at West Coast College is a simple and easy process. Prospective students wishing to take their career further can follow these 3 easy steps in their quest to a more prosperous future.

4 Easy steps to secure your Space!!!

Step 1:
Choosing your Course

Please choose the course of your choice and the campus you would like to study at or where the programme is offered

Step 2:
Download an application form below or visit a campus near you. Students with special needs should please contact our Student Support Office on (022) 482 1143. 

Step 3:
Complete the Applications form with the following supporting documents and submit to your campus of choice.

• Certified Copy of your Latest Results
• Certified Copy of you Identification Document (ID)
• Certified Copy of your proof of Residence (not older than 3 months)

Step 4:
Competency Assesment Testing

All new students need to undergo a Competency Assessment Test (CAP) to determine applicants numeracy and literary levels. It is not meant to exclude but rather assist students.

NB Residence Application is a separate process

Application form

Application for Residence Accommodation

Higher Education

REGISTRATION FOR /2018

  • 3 January – 27 January
  • Final Payment date 28 January
  • Classes commence February

All fees will be payable to West Coast TVET College

West Coast College Brochure

Download School Brochure

West Coast College Academic Support

ACADEMIC SUPPORT ON COURSE:

In partnership with the Academic Staff (lecturers) the following is co-ordinated:

Additional Plato classes for identified students at risk;

Peer tutor programme – subjects at risk using peers as instruments of assistance;

Presentation of workshops with students covering the following areas:

  • Goal setting
  • Time Management
  • Study skills

Co-ordination of extra classes over weekends or during holidays for:

  • Students at risk
  • Students concluding supplementary examinations

West Coast College Placement

While the college cannot guarantee jobs for students, the Student Support Services department are able to link students to possible job opportunities. Opportunities include:

  • Internships
  • Permanent or temporary employment
  • Apprenticeships or
  • Learnerships
  • Volunteer work.

Conditions and criteria will be applied to job placement services and students are encouraged to discuss this with the student support officers at their campus.

APPEAL: Calling on industry to assist in the provision of internships opportunities for students in the following programmes:

National Certificate Vocational
Level 4 – 12 months

NATED
N6 – 18 months

Apprenticeships/Learnerships
Contact time linked to Apprenticeships and Learnerships.

Contact of West Coast College

Contact us

Central office

Address: 2 Loedolf Street, Malmesbury

Tel: (022) 482 1143

Report Fraud on 022 487 3985

Emails:
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Atlantis Campus

Address: C/O Charl Uys Drive and Neil Hare Street, Atlantis Industrial Area

Tel: (021) 577 1727

Campus Manager: Thenjiwe Mdoko

Citrusdal Campus

Address: 1 Kerk Street, Citrusdal

Tel: (022) 921 / 2457

Campus Manager: Kathleen Beukes

Malmesbury Campus

Address: 6 Church Street, Malmesbury

Tel: (022) 487 2851/2/3

Campus Manager: Phumzile Nkuzo (Acting)

Vredenburg Campus

Address: 1 Akademie Street, Louwville, Vredenburg

Tel: (022) 713 3167/18

Campus Manager: Themba Ndaba

Vredendal Campus

Address: 1 Hoërskool Road, Vredendal

Tel: (027) 213 5673/4

Campus Manager: Absalome Chimuka



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