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Higher Certificate in Secretarial Studies

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SAQA ID96741
NQF Level5
Credits128
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Higher Certificate in Secretarial Studies is a 128-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Office Administration subfield. It is intended to provide foundational preparation for secretarial and general office-support work. The available information indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2023, and its current SAQA status should be verified before relying on it for enrolment or career planning.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in secretarial work, office administration or general administrative support, subject to the provider’s admission requirements and the qualification’s verified current status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant preparation for entry-level secretarial and office-support responsibilities. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or acceptance into a particular occupation. No specific related careers have been mapped in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Secretarial and administrative support
  • Office organisation
  • Professional workplace communication
  • General office administration

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Secretarial Studies
SAQA ID
96741
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
128
Field
3
Subfield
Office Administration
Originator
The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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, noting that the supplied registration-end date is 30 June 2023.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification for the intended period of study.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements.
  • Confirm that the qualification remains suitable for your intended study or career pathway.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.