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Certificate: Chemical Laboratory Assistant

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SAQA ID21139
NQF Level4
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 120-credit NQF Level 4 qualification in the Physical Sciences field, focused on the role of assisting in a chemical laboratory environment. The record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023, so its current availability and status should be confirmed before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing a foundation for support work in chemical laboratory settings or in exploring further learning in the Physical Sciences may consider this qualification, subject to the applicable admission and enrolment conditions.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification title indicates relevance to chemical laboratory support activities. However, no specific related careers are mapped in the available information, and completing the qualification would not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into any career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Supporting activities in a chemical laboratory environment
  • Working with basic laboratory procedures and routines
  • Recording or handling laboratory-related information

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Certificate: Chemical Laboratory Assistant
SAQA ID
21139
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
120
Field
10
Subfield
Physical Sciences
Originator
Intec College
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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 status, since the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its approval remains valid.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, fees, delivery arrangements and assessment approach.
  • Ask whether practical or workplace-based activities are required and how these are arranged.
  • Confirm that the qualification is still open for new enrolment before paying fees or registering.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.