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Aircraft Structures Worker

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SAQA ID20829
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

The Aircraft Structures Worker qualification is an occupational qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Manufacturing and Assembly subfield. It is associated with practical work involving aircraft structural components and was originated by the Aerospace Chamber.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest people seeking an occupational pathway related to aircraft structures work, particularly in an aerospace manufacturing and assembly context. Suitability should be checked against the provider’s stated admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work as an Aircraft Structures Worker, which is listed as a direct career pathway. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2006 and requires verification, readers should confirm whether it is available for new enrolment before relying on it for career planning.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Aircraft structures work in a manufacturing and assembly context
  • Practical work with aircraft structural components

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Aircraft Structures Worker
SAQA ID
20829
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
6
Subfield
Manufacturing and Assembly
Originator
Aerospace Chamber
Registration end in source dataset
2006-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant official source.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical-training requirements.
  • Confirm that the qualification remains suitable for your intended aircraft manufacturing or assembly career pathway.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.