In recent times, there are many informal computer colleges arriving at the scene. Many of them have no accreditation by the department of higher education or any other recognised institution. This poses a risk for the student as they are now training at an institution that will issue them with a certificate that actually means nothing. Sure, you can use a computer so why the importance of having that piece of paper?
This piece of paper or certificate distinguishes you from the rest of the people trying to apply for the same job. It shows your potential employee that you have taken the time and effort to attain a qualification by a registered training authority and that there were no shortcuts. They can be rest assured that the qualification was attained fairly and should they hire you, you will be an asset to the organisation.
The MICT SETA is that training authority, part of the Higher Education and Learning sector that ensures that colleges like ourselves have met all the qualifying criteria to be distinguished as a professional and recognised training institution.