Certificate: Library and Information Assistants
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
SAQA ID22953
NQF Level3
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1
About this qualification
This is a 120-credit NQF Level 3 certificate in the Information Studies subfield, focused on foundational preparation for library and information assistant work.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in foundational library and information support work may consider this qualification, subject to checking the applicable admission and enrolment conditions.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification has an approved direct-pathway relationship with the Library Assistant career. It may support preparation for this type of work, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or career entry.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Library and information assistance
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Certificate: Library and Information Assistants
- SAQA ID
- 22953
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 3
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Information Studies
- Originator
- City Guilds International
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-08-26
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 before enrolling, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 26 August 2009 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 22953 and NQF Level 3 details match the provider’s offering.
- Ask the provider how historical registration information affects new enrolment and achievement of the qualification.