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Certificate: Quality Assurance

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SAQA ID22949
NQF Level3
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This is an NQF Level 3 certificate focused on quality assurance in the manufacturing and assembly field. It may provide an introductory foundation for understanding quality-related work in this occupational area.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing a foundation in quality assurance within manufacturing and assembly may consider this qualification. It may be relevant to those exploring entry-level quality-related work, subject to the provider’s admission and assessment requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for quality-related work in manufacturing and assembly and has a direct-pathway relationship with the Computers Quality Assurance Analyst career. This relationship indicates relevance, not guaranteed employment, appointment or career entry.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational quality assurance awareness
  • Quality-focused work practices in a manufacturing and assembly context
  • Attention to quality standards and processes

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Certificate: Quality Assurance
SAQA ID
22949
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
3
Minimum credits
120
Field
6
Subfield
Manufacturing and Assembly
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, as the supplied record requires verification and shows a registration-end snapshot of 26 August 2009.
  • Check that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, where applicable.
  • Confirm the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace, practical or other participation requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification remains available for new enrolment and that the provider’s information matches the latest official records.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.