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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about School of IT, our courses, and how it all works.

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🚀 Getting Started

Who can apply?
Anyone who has a passion for IT. No prior education or coding experience is required. If you have the drive to learn, we have a course for you. Register online here →
When can I start a course?
A course is available anytime — you can register and start when you want to. Once you register, it takes approximately 2 working days for your personal lecturer to contact you and arrange times and dates that fit your schedule. Minimum session is 2 hours, with at least 20 hours done per calendar month.
How do I apply or register?
Register online here (Proof of Payment is required). Once we receive your POP and registration, your personal lecturer contacts you within ±2 working days to arrange times that fit your schedule.
Can I do the course part time?
Yes, we are completely flexible with your lesson times, dates and duration. You and your lecturer agree on a schedule that works for both of you. We try and fit into your schedule. You can start any time and a minimum of 20 hours must be completed per calendar month.

🎓 Training & Courses

Where are your campuses? How does it work?
We offer training via our unique 1-on-1 online platform — winner of Best Online Coding Bootcamp 2020 & 2021 by SwitchUp. You get assigned your own expert lecturer who uses interactive software (TeamViewer, MS Teams or Google Meet) to interact with your computer and software as if they were right beside you. No videos. No prerecordings. Just you and your lecturer. We have students from Holland to South Africa!
How does 1-on-1 online learning work?
Your lecturer connects to your computer via TeamViewer, MS Teams or Google Meet and teaches you live, interacting directly with your screen, code and software — exactly as if they were sitting next to you. It's rated the best learning experience by our students. Read our Google reviews here →
Is 20, 60 or 120 hours enough time?
Yes. At School of IT we believe what you learn in ±20 hours (10 days), 3 months or 6 months is more than enough to grasp the concepts and learn practically. Our approach is building real applications and projects so you learn by doing — not just reading. You can then write your international exams to become fully certified.
What computer do I need?
A modern laptop or desktop with a recent processor (i7 equivalent or better) and 8GB of RAM or more is recommended for the best experience. Mac, Windows and Linux are all supported — your lecturer connects via TeamViewer, MS Teams or Google Meet, which work the same way across all three.
What if I cancel or need to reschedule a session?
Your hours are always yours. Just let your lecturer know at least 5 hours before your scheduled lesson and we'll happily reschedule it for you — no hours lost.
What's included in a course?
Depending on the course, your package includes:
  • 📘 eBooks and/or Study Guide
  • 📝 Professional Notes
  • 💻 IDE (development environment)
  • 🖥️ Interactive software for live sessions
Resources are dependent on course and availability.

🏅 Certificates & Careers

Is School of IT accredited?
We offer short courses, certificates of completion, and internationally accredited certificates, depending on the course and certification vendor. For example, the PCAP (Python Certified Associate Programmer) is issued and accredited by the Python Software Foundation, CompTIA certifications are accredited by CompTIA, and Microsoft certifications are issued directly by Microsoft. You need 60–75% to pass — making you a higher standard than most. Most courses have multiple international exams available — Python alone has 4!
Are international exams included in the course price?
International certificates/exams are additional in cost as the price depends on the exchange rate when booked. We provide all the resources for the exam and assist you with booking online. You can write at an approved centre near you or via online proctoring — worldwide.
What qualifications do you offer?
We offer short courses, certificates of completion, and internationally recognised certifications including Microsoft, Oracle, CompTIA, AWS, Python Institute and more. We focus on practical skills and real projects — not just theory. Read our success stories →
Can I get a job after completing a course?
Yes — we don't guarantee jobs, but we have a dedicated Facebook group for job leads and a recruitment partner in the industry. We recommend completing your international exam(s) first. Most students on average get a job within 4 months of graduating. Read success stories here →

💳 Pricing & Payment

Are there payment plans available?
Yes — several courses have flexible payment plans. View our full pricing and payment plan options here →
Is a deposit required before I start?
Yes — registration requires Proof of Payment (POP) before your lecturer is assigned and contacts you. Once we receive your POP and registration, your lecturer reaches out within ±2 working days to schedule your first session.
Can I get a refund?
We don't offer refunds once a lecturer has been assigned and course resources have been shared with you. That said, you'll never lose paid-for hours — if you need to reschedule a session, just let your lecturer know at least 5 hours beforehand and we'll happily rearrange it for you.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept EFT (bank transfer) as our standard payment method. Contact us if you'd like to confirm available options for your specific course or payment plan.
Over how many months can I spread a payment plan?
We currently only offer the fixed payment plans listed in each course's brochure — we're not yet able to accommodate custom or extended payment plans outside of these. View pricing and available payment plans for your course →

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• WHY CHOOSE US

10 Reasons to Choose School of IT

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2x Award-Winning — Best Online Coding Bootcamp 2020 & 2021 by SwitchUp.
2
Internationally Certified in 3–6 months — Microsoft, Oracle, CompTIA, AWS exams.
3
Start Any Time — no fixed intake dates, enrol when you're ready.
4
Your Schedule — lecturer contacts you within 2 days and fits around your life.
5
Personal Lecturer — one expert dedicated solely to you per session.
6
100% Practical — build real projects and a working portfolio for employers.
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Never Lose Hours — cancel or postpone a lesson, your hours are always yours.
8
Job Assistance — we don't guarantee jobs, but we have a dedicated Facebook page for job leads.
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Industry Recognised — Microsoft certified professionals, Adobe certified experts.
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4.9 Stars — based on 900+ combined reviews from real students.

Still Have Questions?

Chat to our AI assistant — available 24/7 — or go ahead and register and your lecturer will answer everything in your first session.

Business Info

We only teach online with a real lecturer, no in class or venues

Business Hours

Mon to Thur: 9am to 5pm SAST
Fri: 9am to 4pm SAST

Company Details

The School of IT International (Pty) Ltd
Enterprise no: 2019/278233/07

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