LEARNERSHIPS

 

Learnerships  is a structured programme in which a learner engages in theoretical and practical learning. This leads to an occupational related qualification registered on the National Qualification Framework (NQF) with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

 

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: PLANT PRODUCTION

 

  • Qualification Title: National Certificate: Plant production
  • SAQA Qualification ID: 49052 
  • Minimum Credits: 120
  • NQF Level: 3
  • Duration: 12 months

 

A learner assessed as competent against this qualification will have the necessary competence to supervise and lead a working team performing the agricultural processes as applicable to plant husbandry. Furthermore, the learner will be able to take responsible decisions based on a sound understanding of the basic principles of agri-business and good agricultural practices, in meeting the set objectives and targets within the broader farm plan which includes the economical application of general resources, agricultural production and technical knowledge and skills.

 

CERTIFICATE: GARDENING AND HORTICULTURE QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION

 

  • Qualification Title: Gardening and Horticulture 
  • SAQA Qualification ID: 21024
  • Minimum Credits: 138
  • NQF Level: 4
  • Duration: 12 months

 

The primary purpose of the qualification is to provide theoretical knowledge and skills qualifying learners with the ability to:

  • Be a successful gardener
  • Know more about the subject as a hobby, and or to
  • Become self-employed by opening a gardening service or small nursery

 

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: LANDSCAPING QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION

 

  • Qualification Title: National Certificate: Landscaping
  • SAQA Qualification ID: 66649
  • Minimum Credits: 120
  • NQF Level: 3

  • Duration: 12 months

 

This qualification provides learners with a comprehensive base of portable skills that will enable them to progress within all spheres of the horticultural industry. This qualification forms an integral step in the career paths of the various disciplines in ornamental horticulture and follows on from the NQF Level 2 Certificate. For those already employed in the industry, this qualification will offer learners the opportunity to hone their skills and receive recognition for their competencies.

 

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: POULTRY PRODUCTION QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION

 

  • Qualification Title: National Certificate: Poultry Production
  • SAQA Qualification ID: 49578
  • Minimum Credits: 138
  • NQF Level: 3
  • Duration: 12 months

 

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: NEW VENTURE CREATION QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION

 

  • Qualification Title: New venture creation
  • SAQA Qualification ID: 66249
  • Minimum Credits: 
  • NQF Level: 4
  • Duration: 12 months

 

The purpose of the Qualification is to develop the appropriate skills and knowledge required by a person for the establishment and development of a small to medium business venture, and address the economic, administrative and behavioural (psycho-social) barriers that contribute to success in starting and sustaining the venture.

 

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: END USER COMPUTING

 

  • Qualification Title: Further Education & Training Certificate: Information Technology: End User Computing
  • SAQA Qualification ID: 61591
  • Minimum Credits: 130
  • NQF Level: 3
  • Duration: 12 months

 

The purpose of the qualification is to build the knowledge and skills required by learners in End User Computing. It is intended to empower learners to acquire knowledge, skills, attitudes and values required to operate confidently in the End User Computing environment in the South African community and to respond to the challenges of the economic environment.

FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING CERTIFICATE

 

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: TECHNICAL SUPPORT

 

  • Qualification Title: Further Education & Training Certificate: Information Technology: End User Computing
  • SAQA Qualification ID: 78964
  • Minimum Credits: 163
  • NQF Level: 4
  • Duration: 12 months

 

The purpose of this qualification is to build a foundational entry into the field of Computer Sciences and Information Technology, specifically into the field of Systems Support, covering basic knowledge needed for further study in the field of Systems Support at Higher Education Levels.

 

FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING CERTIFICATE:

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

 

  • Qualification Title: Further Education and Training Certificate: Early Childhood Development
  • SAQA Qualification ID: 58761
  • Minimum Credits: 140
  • NQF Level: 4

  • Duration: 12 months

 

This Qualification will enable recipients of this Qualification to facilitate the all-round development of young children in a manner that is sensitive to culture and individual needs (including special needs), and enable them to provide quality early childhood development services for children in a variety of contexts, including community-based services, ECD centres, at home and in institutions.

 

FETC: OCCUPATIONALLY DIRECTED EDUCATION TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES

 

  • Qualification Title: Occupationally Directed Education And Training Practices (ODETDP)
  • SAQA Qualification ID: 50334
  • Minimum Credits: 120
  • NQF Level: 5
  • Duration: 12 months

 

This qualification is for those who want to build on a FETC in any field to enter the field of ODETD as a potential career, and have little or no previous exposure to ETD. The qualification will also be valuable for those who may have been practising within the field, but without formal recognition.

 

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: PROFESSIONAL DRIVING

 

  • Qualification Title: National Certificate: Professional Driving
  • SAQA Qualification ID: 50285
  • Minimum Credits: 122
  • NQF Level: 3
  • Duration: 12 months

 

The purpose of the qualification is to ensure competent professional driving competence in the road transport sector, thus improving earning capacity of professional drivers as well as transport sector professionalism and economic growth.

 

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: LIFTING MACHINE OPERATIONS

 

  • Qualification Title: National Certificate: Lifting Machine Operations
  • SAQA Qualification ID: 64829
  • Minimum Credits: 122
  • NQF Level: 3
  • Duration: 12 months


This Qualification is for any individual who is, or wishes to be, involved in operating a lifting machine/s or dealing with challenges in a lifting machine. Typical learners will be persons who are currently performing a range of activities and processes in lifting machine environment who have not received any formal recognition for their skills and knowledge, or learners who wish to embark on this qualification or those with a broad knowledge and skills base who work with lifting machines and who want to specialise in certain aspects of the lifting machine environment.