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Higher Certificate in Banking (Financial Services) (awarded against Qualification ID 62794 - all future awards will be against 96749)

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SAQA ID99609
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 120-credit Higher Certificate at NQF Level 5 focused on banking within the financial services sector. It is intended to provide foundational higher-education preparation for understanding and working in banking and related financial-services contexts.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing a foundation in banking and financial services, including those considering further study or work in related areas. This guidance does not replace the qualification’s formal admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for entry-level opportunities in banking or related financial-services environments, subject to employer requirements and any further education or experience needed. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding of banking and financial services
  • Awareness of financial-services environments
  • Ability to apply higher-education learning in a banking-related context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Banking (Financial Services) (awarded against Qualification ID 62794 - all future awards will be against 96749)
SAQA ID
99609
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
3
Subfield
Finance Economics and Accounting
Originator
Milpark Education (Pty) Ltd
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.

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  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based or practical requirements apply.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.