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It can seem like a huge problem if you don’t have a Matric, but that’s just not true. There are loads of opportunities for you!<\/p>\n

Our number one recommendation for people without a Matric in South Africa is getting into Software Development. This is a lucrative career, and there is a shortage of software developers in South Africa, making it an ideal field to launch your career in.<\/p>\n

Here are some places for you to apply and launch your new career as a software developer:<\/p>\n

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WeThinkCode_<\/strong><\/p>\n

Website: https:\/\/www.wethinkcode.co.za\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Apply here: https:\/\/www.wethinkcode.co.za\/apply<\/a><\/p>\n

Length of program: 2 years<\/p>\n

Cost of program: 0, program cost is covered by sponsors<\/p>\n

In person\/online: in person (Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg campuses)<\/p>\n

Need South African ID number: yes<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

ALX Africa<\/strong><\/p>\n

Website: https:\/\/www.alxafrica.com\/software\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Apply here: https:\/\/www.alxafrica.com\/apply\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Length of program: 9-12 months<\/p>\n

Cost of program: 0, pay only after you are employed<\/p>\n

In person\/online: online<\/p>\n

Need South African ID number: no<\/p>\n

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CodeSpace<\/strong><\/p>\n

Website: https:\/\/www.codespace.co.za\/courses\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Apply here: https:\/\/www.codespace.co.za\/apply\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Length of program: variable<\/p>\n

Cost of program: Usually R4000 per month. Scholarships are available.<\/p>\n

In person\/online: variable<\/p>\n

Need South African ID number: no<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

If you run an organisation that helps people without a Matric upskill, send us an email at team@foondamate.com and we will add your course to this post!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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