FAQ's

FAQ 


Your Culinary Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is capsicum accredited with the DHET?

    Capsicum is a skills development provider. Skills development providers do not require DHET accreditation, provided that they are registered with the relevant accrediting body. We are registered with the QCTO and CATHSSETA. 

  • Does Capsicum offer NSFAS?

    Capsicum does not offer NSFAS as we are a private institution. We do however offer affordable payment plans. 

  • Does Capsicum offer learnerships?

    We currently do not offer learnerships.

  • Does Capsicum offer accommodation?

    No, unfortunately, we do not. We are, however, centrally located to make finding private accommodation a breeze. We are always on hand to give you recommendations should you so request. 

  • I did not take Hospitality/ Consumer studies in high school; will I still be eligible to enrol?

    Of course – Each course has entry requirements, the main requirement is a good understanding of Mathematics Literacy.

  • Do the fees include accommodation?

    Unfortunately, separate will be a separate choice should you choose to seek out private accommodation. We are on hand to recommend accommodations should you so require

  • What is your application fee?

    The application fee is R1000 

  • Where are your campuses?

    We have campuses in the following locations: 


    Cape Town 

    Durban 

    Nelson Mandela Bay 

    Johannesburg 

    Pretoria 

    Boksburg 


  • Do I need matric to apply?

    No, you do not need a matric certificate for all our courses. Please speak to a student advisor for more information in this regard. 

  • Require Financial Assistance?

    Need the financial assistance to take that next step towards securing your tertiary studies? We are supported by Student Hero. Student Hero is a finance facilitation service that can easily connect you to banks and financial service providers through a single platform. What does this mean? At no cost to you, Student Hero will approach multiple financial institutions with the aim of securing finance at the best terms for you, on your behalf. To learn more, click here.

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