Annelie Wada - "Overall an excellent course! Love the discussion board especially. Love to hear first hand stories from other students, their experience is invaluable" Hilary Clark - "I think that it delivers an excellent system enabling those who cannot attend courses personally." Rose Stapleton - "This course has exceeded my expectations with regards to content and ease of use. Well done and thank you." Linda Engelsman - "I have found the GetSmarter online learning model to be very professional and the discussion forum to be extremely helpful. " Luvo Ntezo, Sommelier of the Year 2008 - "The website is well designed and you are kept well informed. Great attention to detail by staff. World Class!" Hannelore Harms - "GetSmarter delivery model is outstanding; it is opening a new way of extending knowledge in your own time at home. " Sonya McManus - "The delivery of the course was top-notch! I was impressed by the support, following up and general efficiency of the online method." Nana Kelly - "The GetSmarter is an impressive system, well designed and easy to follow." Vicky Vaughan - "Excellent! I have recommended GetSmarter to a number of friends. I have found the structure to be very user friendly." Pat Gee - "Where and when it matters, a lot of thought has obviously gone into the preparation of the course material." Des Jackson - "Material was very well written and so relevant. It is obvious that a lot of work has gone into preparing the course." Pieta Compaan - "The administrative support is absolutely great! The staff are very helpful, give good and constructive comment that enhances my learning." Miranda Majiet - "I really love the setup, it was most convenient to be able to communicate with staff if you have problems. The response was excellent!" Lindi Bhembe - "The course material is very informative. I think it covers everything a small-business person needs to know about running a successful business." Joan du Plessis - "This is by far the best way to complete a course. It suits me to study in the time available to me." Beverley Cunliffe - "As a virtual newcomer to online distance learning I am finding the whole experience uplifting" Rhona Saayman - "Your e-learning facilities are of a high standard and I am pretty sure that your \"behind-the-scenes\" is very well organized. " Iske van den Berg - "Overall I found the course to be outstanding - thank you very much for a well thought through curriculum and excellent study material." Beverley Cunliffe - "The amount I have learned in a very short space of time is amazing." Laura Brewer - "I enjoyed the course. Getsmarter has done a fantastic job of facilitating the distance learning." Pieta Compaan - "The GetSmarter online learning module is very convenient as I can do it when it suits me." Corrie van Schalkwyk - "Getsmarter is a professional training institute and I have not stopped speaking to colleagues about the excellent service I have received so far." Colette Maasdorp - "Excellent support and although its distance learning it feel as if your lecturer is just next door!" Nicola Slater - "The support from GetSmarter staff is exceptional, professional and friendly too. Excellent!"

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Who are we?

GetSmarter is a specialist online training firm that works together with top universities and industry experts to present professional short courses throughout South Africa.

GetSmarter currently works together with the University of Cape Town, Stellenbosch University, Random House Struik Publishing House and various industry experts to present online education throughout South Africa and abroad.

University of Cape Town Stellenbosch University Random House Struik

South African universities obtain accreditation for their qualifications through the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council on Higher Education (CHE). This body is recognised as the Education and Training Quality Assurance body (ETQA) by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

About the GetSmarter team:

GetSmarter is driven by a team of passionate people with extensive skills in education, marketing and information technology. The GetSmarter team is also the team behind our sister training company, Paddocks. Paddocks is a specialist sectional title property training firm that offers various sectional title training courses as well as sectional title resources.

In addition to the top universities and industry experts GetSmarter works with, our core team comprises the people below.


Sam Paddock Managing Director	Robyn Allan Marketing and Events Manager	Graham Paddock Chairman	Rob Paddock Operations Director

Anton Kelly Course Designer and Course Convener	Mandy Paddock Financial Director	Karl Petro Maintenance and Logistics Assistant	Amy Roseveare Company Administrator

Anna Malczyk Communications Executive	Karin Schefermann Senior Marketing Executive	Candice Jooste Course Coordination Manager	Deborah Faria-Carrao Junior Marketing Manager
Tamara Breytenbach Course Coordinator	Kate Blake Marketing Executive	Bradley Scannell IT Manager	Priscilla Williams Receptionist
Natasha October Marketing Administrator	Berenice Oliphant Housekeeper	Abby Mills Marketing Executive	Claire Allison Media Liaison
Arlene Lanser Course Coordinator	Sarah Ciapparelli Course Coordinator	Alex Trengove Jones Course Developer	Andrea Vavruch Course Coordinator

Internet training?

What is the difference between attendance-based training and internet training?

No more traveling to lectures. With internet training, you decide when to study. Our course notes are world class and include practical case studies to assist you in applying your learning.

Get your questions answered quickly. Ask your questions whenever you want. Our experts respond to all your questions within 24 hours.

No more sitting in exam halls. With internet training, your assignments are completed online. We also provide detailed feedback on your assignments so that you can learn from our teachers' expert advice.

Take practice quizzes to gauge your progress. Our smart student website allows you to take multiple choice quizzes that help you understand how you are progressing with your studies. The quizzes also provide you with instant feedback to let you know where you're going right and where you need to improve.

Be supported. Our friendly Course Conveners are always available to help. Their job is to proactively assist you in getting the most out of your studies.

Better value for money. You can now avoid all the hidden costs associated with attendance courses, such as travel, parking and stationery expenses. You save time and money.