Qualification

Higher Certificate in Financial Planning

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID102205
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Higher Certificate in Financial Planning is a 120-credit higher education qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. It is intended to provide foundational preparation in the broad area of financial planning, but the available information does not confirm the detailed curriculum or current enrolment availability.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking foundational higher education in financial planning or a starting point for further learning in finance-related areas. Prospective learners should confirm that the qualification suits their prior education, goals and preferred study route.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support foundational understanding relevant to financial planning and related finance contexts. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific related careers have been confirmed in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding of financial planning
  • Basic awareness of finance, economics and accounting contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Financial Planning
SAQA ID
102205
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
3
Subfield
Finance Economics and Accounting
Originator
Durban University of Technology
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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 the available record requires verification and includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, which are not specified here.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment approach, study format, workload and any practical or workplace requirements before committing.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is currently open for new enrolment and whether the qualification title, SAQA ID and credit value match the provider’s information.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.