How To Become An ABET Teacher In South Africa


ABET or Adult Basic Education and Training, is the term used to describe the education of adults when providing them with basic literacy and numeracy skills. It also describes the obtaining of further skills and education by adults.

Find below is How To Become An ABET Teacher In South Africa

What qualifications do I need to teach abet in South Africa?

To become ABET facilitators people must normally attend at least a course to teach them how to present courses in English level 1-3, English First Language, Numeracy Level 1-4, Maths Level 4, and then also English Communication.

How do I register for Abet in South Africa?

Interested individuals may register from Mondays to Thursdays at all public adult learning centers, which are located in mainstream schools. Those interested in registering can call (013) 708-5027 / 766-0734 / 801-5173 for further information.

What is an ABET Level 4 certificate in South Africa ?

The GETC: ABET Level 4 is an adult qualification that is registered at Level 1 of the NQF.

It is comparable to Grade 9 or the old Standard 7. A person who has successfully passed all the GETC: ABET Level 4 subjects is similar to a person who has passed Grade 9 at school.

How much do abet teachers earn in South Africa ?

The salary scale of ECD and Adult Based Education and Training (Abet) teachers is between R1 500 and R3 000, with Limpopo’s ECD and Abet teachers being paid on the lowest scale.

Can I teach with an ABET certificate in South Africa ?

If you have enrolled for a Higher Certificate in ABET and you want to become a teacher, you can enroll for a BA and thereafter, a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Senior and FET Phase).