General Education and Training Certificate: Construction
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 1 qualification focused on foundational learning in construction, within the Building Construction subfield. It carries 120 credits and is located on the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework.
What this qualification may cover
- Foundational knowledge related to construction
- The general area of building construction
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking an introductory qualification in construction or building construction may consider it, particularly those wanting to begin developing a foundation in this field. Suitability depends on the provider’s current admission and enrolment requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further learning or entry-level construction-related development, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or progression into a particular career. No approved career relationships were supplied for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Basic awareness of construction-related work
- Foundational understanding of the building construction field
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- General Education and Training Certificate: Construction
- SAQA ID
- 49411
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 1
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 12
- Subfield
- Building Construction
- Originator
- SGB BC
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the supplied information records a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and indicates that current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its offering corresponds to the recognised qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification is still available for new enrolment and whether the provider can support completion within the applicable recognition period.