Question NW270 to the Minister of Higher Education and Training
15 March 2018 - NW270
Van der Westhuizen, Mr AP to ask the Minister of Higher Education and Training
How many (a) subjects were enrolled for the (i) Senior Certificate and (ii) National Senior Certificate examination cycles at community education and training colleges in each of the past three academic years, (b) of the specified subjects were written in each case and (c) of the specified subjects achieved marks (i) equal to 40% and above and (ii) between 30% and 40% in each case?
Reply:
The Department of Basic Education is best placed to respond to this question, as it is the custodian of both the Senior Certificate and National Senior Certificate examinations. The Community Education and Training Colleges through their Community Learning Centres provide opportunities to individuals for enrolment into these examinations.