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South Africa
Discover what thousands of Alison’s learners across South Africa already know – that free online courses can empower you with new skills and knowledge that will boost your career. Our numbers are growing all the time with the latest figures for 2024 showing approximately 60,000 South African learners studying with us every month!
Are Alison Certificates Recognised in South Africa?
Yes! Alison is a popular free online skills and career development platform in SA. Our certificates are recognised by many employers and have helped many graduates start their careers, switch jobs or secure promotion.
Ivy Makoni used Alison to progress her nursing career.
Take Ivy Makoni, from Pretoria, who used the skills she learned from our Diploma in Clinical Nursing Skills course to secure a job as a nurse.
John Taylor is another example of how Alison courses can help you get a job! After losing his full-time job due to the pandemic, John upskilled in software and programming, and found a new career after working as a motor mechanic for over twenty years.
What Are the Most Popular Jobs in South Africa?
According to Google, the most popular careers in SA are:
- Software Developer
- Information technology
- Accountant
- Engineering
- Business administration
- Lawyer
- Civil engineer
- Data Scientist
- Finance
Unlock your potential in each of these fields with Alison by registering for your free account and enrolling in your chosen course today. With over 5,000 courses and more being added every day, you can be sure of finding the course for you!
Free Career Resources
Utilise our other resources to help you chart a path to success:
- Explore hundreds of job options with our comprehensive Career Guide
- Discover your strengths and weaknesses with our Workplace Personality Test
- Create a professional-looking CV with our Resumé Builder
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Dr. Eurika Mogane: “Online education helps change our perceptions on a number of topics, including health.”
Dr. Eurika Mogane is a doctor and Alison student from South Africa. Motivated by her medical expertise and her belief in the universal good of free education, Eurika took part in the Alison Coronavirus Course Translation Project last year, translating the life-saving... Read More
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Mandela Day: 5 Ways To Take Action and Inspire Change
Every year, 18th July is celebrated across the world as Mandela Day. Commemorating the life and work of Nelson Mandela, the day is about recognising his commitment to instilling equality, combating poverty and changing the world for the better. For us at Alison,... Read More
Ivy Makoni: “Alison opens the door to education for everyone for free.”
Ivy Makoni is an Alison Learner based in Pretoria, South Africa. Besides being an Alison graduate, Ivy also runs the highly successful Facebook group, Alison Students in South Africa, which helps over 3,000 Learners with all their Alison-related queries. Originally... Read More
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