Grade 11 Life Orientation Term 2 Examination Study Notes

These vocabulary flashcards cover the key concepts from the Grade 11 Life Orientation Term 2 syllabus, including career planning, job application skills, work readiness, and higher education requirements.

Skills

The abilities you have developed, such as communication, Mathematics, or problem-solving.

Values

The principles and beliefs that matter to you, such as honesty, helping others, financial security, or creativity.

Interests

The activities or topics you enjoy or are curious about that cause you to lose track of time.

Personality

Your natural way of thinking, feeling, and behaving, such as being introverted/extroverted or analytical.

Gap year

A year taken after matric used to travel, volunteer, work, or explore options before committing to further study.

Job shadowing

Observing or accompanying someone in their job for a short period to experience the day-to-day reality of a career.

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

A summary of your education, skills, work experience, and achievements used to market yourself to an employer.

Cover / application letter

A formal letter introducing yourself and motivating why you are suitable for a specific position.

Testimonial

A written statement from a previous employer or teacher describing a person's character, work ethic, and abilities.

Reference

A person who can be contacted to confirm and comment on your work history and character.

Work ethic

A set of values based on hard work, discipline, and diligence, concerning how people should behave in the workplace.

Skilled labour

Work that requires specialised training, education, or qualifications, such as electricians, teachers, or engineers.

Semi-skilled labour

Work that requires some training or experience, but not a full qualification, such as machine operators or security guards.

Unskilled labour

Work that requires little to no formal training and can typically be learned quickly on the job, such as general labourers.

Fringe benefits

Non-wage compensation or extras beyond basic salary, such as medical aid, pension, or housing subsidies.

Certificate

The shortest tertiary qualification, usually 1 year, offering practical/vocational skills for a specific occupation.

Diploma

A career-focused and practical qualification, usually 2 to 3 years, that often includes workplace training.

Degree

A university qualification, typically 3 years for a Bachelor's, that is broader and more theoretical.

Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP)

A longer version of a mainstream degree/diploma that provides additional academic support and spreads first-year workload.

NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme)

South Africa's public student financial aid scheme providing loans and bursaries to eligible students at public universities and TVET colleges.

Career

A long-term path of work often involving growth, further training, and personal fulfilment.

Vocation / Passion

A strong feeling of suitability or enjoyment for a particular career; finding what makes you feel fulfilled.

Job specification

A detailed description of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a job.

SETA (Sector Education and Training Authority)

An institution that develops skills in specific economic sectors and manages learnerships and apprenticeships.

SMART goals

A framework for setting goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound.

Public participation

Taking part in activities or events that affect your community or country, such as voting, petitions, or peaceful protest.

Vocational courses

Practical, career-focused programmes often offered at TVET colleges that prepare learners directly for trades like plumbing or welding.