Certificate: Farming for Smallholders
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About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 4 certificate focused on farming in a smallholder context within the Primary Agriculture field. It may provide a foundation for people involved in, or interested in, managing or participating in small-scale agricultural activities.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in smallholder farming or developing a foundation in primary agriculture may consider this qualification. Suitability depends on the provider’s current admission requirements and the learner’s goals.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for smallholder farming activities and other entry-level work related to primary agriculture. It does not guarantee employment, business success, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational smallholder farming knowledge
- Applying basic agricultural knowledge in a primary agriculture context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Certificate: Farming for Smallholders
- SAQA ID
- 14752
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 4
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- Intec College
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification is still open for new enrolment and that the qualification details match your intended study and farming goals.