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Further Education and Training Certificate: Music Industry: Sound Technology

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SAQA ID48811
NQF Level4
Credits159
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This Further Education and Training Certificate is an NQF Level 4 learning programme in the Music subfield, focused on sound technology within the music industry. It carries 159 credits. Its current SAQA registration status should be confirmed before enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people interested in the technical side of music production and sound technology, particularly those seeking a foundational qualification in this area. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation for further learning or practical involvement in music-industry sound technology. No specific related careers are listed, and completing it does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational awareness of sound technology in a music-industry context
  • Technical orientation relevant to audio and sound environments
  • Understanding of how sound technology relates to music activities

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Further Education and Training Certificate: Music Industry: Sound Technology
SAQA ID
48811
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
159
Field
2
Subfield
Music
Originator
Generic Provider - Field 02
Registration end in source dataset
Not specified in source
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 and whether it is open for enrolment.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or appropriately accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements, as these are not specified here.
  • Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA identification number 48811, NQF level and credit value on the provider’s documentation before registering.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.