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Certificate: Community and Development Studies

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SAQA ID81205
NQF Level5
Credits128
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This qualification focuses on community and development studies within the People/Human Centred Development field. It is intended to provide a structured foundation for understanding community-focused and development-related work at NQF Level 5.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may interest people seeking an introductory qualification related to communities, human-centred development and development-oriented work. Prospective learners should confirm that their background and circumstances meet the provider’s requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further study or work in community and development-related environments, but no specific career relationships are mapped here and it does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Awareness of community-focused development
  • Understanding of people-centred development perspectives
  • Communication and engagement in community-related contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Certificate: Community and Development Studies
SAQA ID
81205
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
128
Field
7
Subfield
People/Human Centred Development
Originator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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 status directly, as a registration end date of 31 December 2018 is recorded and current status has not been confirmed.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification details match the official records.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, practical or experiential requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification is open for new enrolment and that the provider can issue a recognised achievement.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.