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Further Education and Training Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing

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SAQA ID49451
NQF Level4
Credits163
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an NQF Level 4 qualification focused on plastics manufacturing within the Manufacturing and Assembly field. It is intended to provide a structured foundation for understanding and participating in plastics manufacturing work contexts.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in plastics production, manufacturing and assembly environments may consider this qualification as part of their education or career planning. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s published requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant preparation for entry-level or developing roles connected with plastics manufacturing and assembly. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or progression into a particular career. No specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Awareness of plastics manufacturing work environments
  • General understanding of manufacturing and assembly contexts
  • Foundational awareness of production-oriented work practices

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Further Education and Training Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing
SAQA ID
49451
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
163
Field
6
Subfield
Manufacturing and Assembly
Originator
SGB PLAS
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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 a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 is recorded and its current status requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, where applicable.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether the provider’s offering matches the qualification details.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.