frequently asked questions
The following FAQ has been formulated specifically for the distance learning student
Q: Is there a period limit by when the course should be completed?
A: YES, YOU NEED TO COMPLETE THE COURSE WITHIN A YEAR OF YOUR START DATE (AS PER DATE ON YOUR REGISTRATION LETTER RECEIVED WITH YOUR PACK – CERTIFICATE ONE YEAR / DIPLOMA TWO YEARS).
Q: Are there any attendance requirements for Distance Learning?
A: NO. EVERYTHING CAN BE DONE FROM A DISTANCE, BUT IT IS IMPORTANT TO IMPLEMENT YOUR OWN TRAINING ON A REGULAR BASIS (KEEP A LOG), AS WELL AS PRACTICAL HOURS (E.G. WHEN YOU SHADOW PROFESSIONALS IN THE FIELD) THIS IS A VITAL PART OF YOUR LEARNING.
Q: Where and how are the assessments done or examinations held?
A: AS WE ARE OUTCOMES BASED DELIVERY, MOST OF THE WORK IS ASSIGNMENT AND PROJECT BASED WITH TESTS AND QUESTIONS PAPERS INCLUDED WITHIN YOUR WORK. THESE ARE SUBMITTED TO YOUR TUTOR. IN SOME INSTANCES THERE ARE SMALL TESTS THAT ARE DONE ONLINE (SECURE), SO IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO A COMPUTER AND THE WEB.
Q: Do you have any payment plans?
A: NO eta PAYMENT PLANS, BUT STUDENT LOANS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH FNB OR ABSA. (VISIT THEIR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO).
Q: Are eta courses recognized internationally?
A: ALL eta QUALIFICATIONS ARE BENCHMARKED AGAINST INTERNATIONAL BEST PRACTICE OVERSEAS. eta graduates can work anywhere in the world.
Q: Concerning the online tests and exams: I understand that I need to email you to acquire my tests. The only thing that concerns me is that I have a 24-hour time limit. If you send me my exam papers or tests.
A: THERE IS A ‘READ RECEIPT’ ON OUR QUESTION PAPER EMAILS AND AS SOON AS THE EMAIL IS READ BY YOU, THE TWENTY FOUR HOUR PERIOD BEGINS. YOU NEED TO ENSURE THAT WHEN YOU REQUEST THE QUESTION PAPER, IT WILL BE POSSIBLE FOR YOU TO ACCESS YOUR EMAIL.
Q: Do you have previous exam papers that I may study from, so that I know more or less what to expect?
A: STUDENTS DO NOT HAVE ACCESS TO PREVIOUS EXAM PAPERS BUT CLEAR ASSESSMENT PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS ARE PROVIDED IN ADVANCE.
Q: Throughout the course, at some point we are required to produce video recordings? How do I present these? Would digital recordings presented on CD or DVD be acceptable? If so, to whom do I post it and what is the postal address?
A: YOU PRESENT YOUR DEMONSTRATIONS ON CD OR DVD. OUR POSTAL ADDRESS IS eta DISTANCE LEARNING, PRIVATE BAG X18, SUITE 330 , RONDEBOSCH, 7701.
Q: How soon do I receive feedback once I’ve sent in assignments to be marked?
A: AS SOON AS A STUDENT SENDS IN WORK TO BE MARKED, IT WILL BE RECEIPTED IMMEDIATELY. ASSESSMENT FEEDBACK AND SCORES ARE SENT BACK WITH 48-HOURS.
Q: Where can I get my testing kit from and how much does it cost?
A: TESTING KITS CAN BE ORDERED FROM EMT – CONTACT NUMBER: 021 701 6901. PLEASE MENTION THAT YOU ARE AN eta DISTANCE LEARNING STUDENT. APPROXIMATE PRICE IS R400 (BLOOD PRESSURE CUFF, STETHOSCOPE AND SKINFOLD CALIPER)
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Q: Do I have to log practical hours for every module?
A: PRACTICAL FIELD WORK HOURS MUST BE LOGGED AS PER THE RECOMMENDED FIELD WORK HOURS SHEETS IN YOUR PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE.
Q: If I have not studied for a while as I left school many years ago, will I be able to cope with the volume and intensity of the course. I did not achieve high marks at school, and I am wondering whether this course will perhaps be too challenging for me?
A: IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT A REQUIREMENT OF THE COURSE (A LEVEL 5 QUALIFICATION) IS MATRIC or NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE. IT’S IMPORTANT TO NOTE THE INTENSITY AND COMPLEXITY OF THE COURSE. IF YOU ARE DEDICATED, USE THE SUPPORT AVAILABLE AND DO THE WORK REQUIRED, THERE IS NO REASON FOR YOU NOT TO COPE.
ALL STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE A CPR AND FIRST AID LEVEL 1 COURSE BY THE TIME THEY FINISH TO ENSURE THAT THEY CAN RECEIVE THEIR eta CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT.
