5 Short Course Ideas for Form 4 Leavers Before Enrolling in University
Form 4 leavers have a lot of time on their hands after writing the final KCSE exam. What the students do with that time is mostly up to their parents.
The majority of students continue to work at home after the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.
Some take short courses while waiting for their results and then enrol in tertiary education institutions. Teachersupdates.net has compiled a list of short courses that Form Four leavers can take before enrolling in their preferred universities, colleges, or technical training institutions.
1. Certified Public Accountants (CPA)
In Kenya, CPA is a very popular course. The Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB) offers the accounting course in six modules.
Form Four leavers with an interest in the world of accounting can begin with the first few modules before transitioning to institutions of higher learning while waiting to join their preferred colleges.
Taking a CPA course before enrolling in college can help them build their professional portfolio. The course is available at various colleges, including the Kenya College of Accountancy (KCA), which admits hundreds of students each year.
2. International Digital Literacy Certificate (ICDL)
The world has transitioned from analogue to digital in the twenty-first century. Basic computer skills are required in most professional fields and provide the learner with an advantage in their careers.
The ICDL is an international qualification in ICT (Information and Communications Technology) that certifies a person’s ability to use computers competently.
It is the world’s most widely recognized computer qualification, with millions of people having completed the course.
3. Foreign Languages
A second international language is beneficial in any career field. The demand for multilingual individuals is increasing. Taking a second language, whether as a beginner or intermediate, will help you advance in your career. It also gives you a competitive advantage over your peers when it comes to international careers.
Learning another language also exposes people to different cultures, religions, and histories, which fosters respect for the people associated with the language.
Form Four students can delve into this vast field by applying to and studying second languages such as French, German, Spanish, or even Arabic at institutions such as the Goethe Institute, Alliance Francaise, or Jamia Training Institute.
4. Driving
Driving is an excellent skill to add to your resume, and it is an excellent way for form four students to learn how to be responsible on the road.
The Automotive Association of Kenya (AA-Kenya) is one of the oldest accredited institutions for learning to drive.
5. Music Lessons Short Courses
Form Four students who are artistic can hone their skills by enrolling in music and instrumental classes. Learning to play an instrument not only teaches an individual how to work consistently for a long period of time, but it also teaches an individual how to work consistently for a long period of time.
It is an excellent way to develop perseverance. Professional music lessons are available at places such as the Kenya Conservatoire of Music.
5 Short Course Ideas for Form 4 Leavers Before Enrolling in University
