General Education and Training Certificate: Tourism
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an entry-level qualification focused on foundational learning related to tourism and the wider hospitality, travel, gaming and leisure sector. It is set at NQF Level 1 and carries 123 credits. The qualification’s recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2012, so its current availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people seeking a foundational introduction to tourism-related work or further learning, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and confirmation that the qualification is available for enrolment.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further exploration of tourism and related hospitality, travel, gaming or leisure activities. It is not evidence of guaranteed employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers are identified here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational awareness of the tourism sector
- Basic orientation to the broader hospitality, travel, gaming and leisure environment
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- General Education and Training Certificate: Tourism
- SAQA ID
- 22190
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 1
- Minimum credits
- 123
- Field
- 11
- Subfield
- Hospitality, Tourism, Travel, Gaming and Leisure
- Originator
- SGB HTTL&G
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2012-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration or availability directly with SAQA or the relevant provider.
- 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 the assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification is still open for new enrolment, given the recorded registration end date.