Further Education and Training Certificate: Local Government Accounting
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 4 further education and training qualification focused on accounting in a local government setting. It sits within the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield and carries 120 credits. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2023, so its current availability should be verified before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in accounting-related work connected with local or public-sector government environments, subject to the provider’s and qualification’s applicable admission requirements. It may also be relevant to people seeking foundational further education and training in the finance and accounting field.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant preparation for work or further development in local government accounting-related contexts. The supplied career relationship identifies Local or Provincial Government Legislator as a direct pathway relationship, but completing the qualification does not guarantee election, appointment, employment or entry into that career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational accounting skills
- Applying accounting knowledge in a local government context
- Understanding finance and accounting terminology
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Further Education and Training Certificate: Local Government Accounting
- SAQA ID
- 73712
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 4
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Finance Economics and Accounting
- Originator
- Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) (previously AETA)
- 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.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, where applicable.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether new enrolment is available.
- Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and any workplace, practical or other participation requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 73712, NQF level and credit value before registering.