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Welcome to our education news section, where we explore the latest developments, trends, and breakthroughs shaping the world of learning. From policy changes and innovative teaching methods to student success stories and new research, we provide insightful coverage on the issues that matter most. Stay informed about the future of education, right here.
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What’s next now that I’ve received my Matric results?

Although the past couple of years have made your high school career challenging between lockdowns and loadshedding, we celebrate your achievement. If you’re ready to start your next learning journey, Optimi is excited to welcome you to enrol with us for your post-school education. Whatever your matric results, Optimi’s learning model offers a course that […]

5 reasons for Matrics to choose Optimi College in 2023

Matrics of 2022, although the lockdowns and loadshedding provided you with plenty of obstacles on your journey towards finishing your school career, you made it! That calls for celebration. You’re now on the next step of your journey: tertiary education. Whether you received the results you were aiming for or not, Optimi College can help […]

How to mentally prepare for your matric results

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How to make your New Year’s resolutions actually come true

Do you find yourself making new year’s resolutions every year that never really get realised? Why not try new year’s revolutions this year? Yes, you read that correctly: start a revolution by making a change that will help you reach your goals with revolutionaries through education! Optimi College offers revolutionary study options for learning new […]

Women's month! - Highlighting women in leadership

Happy Women’s month! In South Africa, we celebrate women in the month of August while remembering the power that women bring to bear. On the 9th of August 1956, over 20 000 women of diverse races marched to the Union Buildings to protest the pass laws. Throughout our history, we’ve seen what women in leadership […]

The unique power of short courses in South Africa

Our digital world is rapidly evolving, growing, and changing and short courses help you keep your knowledge current and relevant and give you the opportunity to never stop learning. The job market is becoming more and more competitive, and having current skills is a valuable asset on your CV and during performance reviews. Short courses […]

Light a fire this winter with Optimi Drive

Optimi Drive The Optimi Group has partnered with the registered non-profit Feed A Homeless Homie to collect and donate essential winter items to help those in need. Optimi CEO, Stefan Botha, explains the reasoning behind the initiative: “While the Optimi Group is focused on providing accessible learning solutions, we also care about the accessibility of warm clothing […]

Introducing Optimi College: your distance learning first choice

College SA and IT Academy are slowly transitioning into our new name and identity: Optimi College. Wondering what’s going to change and how this change will affect you? Here are all the answers. Whether you’re already a student or are a potential student, the introduction of Optimi College offers you tons of benefits. The meaning […]

How these courses can unlock job opportunities for SA’s youth

Youth Day in South Africa presents an opportunity to reflect on how far we have progressed as a nation, as well as the challenges we face. There’s no doubt that after two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, the youth in South Africa face significant headwinds when it comes to finding jobs. With an unemployment rate […]

Technical courses: 5 reasons one could be right for you

Didn’t finish matric and wondering how to advance your career? Want to work with machinery, car repair, as an electrician, construction, and other practical industries? Guess what, you can! You don’t need a matric or experience to get your national certificate and start earning! Here are the top 5 reasons to study a technical course […]