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Higher Certificate in Office Administration

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SAQA ID88901
NQF Level5
Credits130
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 130-credit Higher Certificate at NQF Level 5 in the HEQSF, focused broadly on office administration. It is intended to provide post-school preparation for administrative work in office environments, although the detailed purpose and curriculum should be confirmed with the provider and SAQA.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking foundational preparation for office administration and related administrative work may consider this qualification. This is general guidance, not a statement of admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation for office administration-related roles, but no specific approved career relationships are supplied. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or progression into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational office administration
  • Organisation of office-related tasks and information
  • Professional administrative communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Office Administration
SAQA ID
88901
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
130
Field
3
Subfield
Office Administration
Originator
Richfield Graduate Institute Of Technology (Pty) Ltd. (previously known as PC Training And Business College (Pty) Ltd)
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 shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024 and its current status requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the advertised programme matches the registered qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, fees, delivery arrangements and completion conditions.
  • Ask whether any workplace learning, practical activities or specific assessment requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification is open for new enrolment before making payment or accepting an offer.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.