Higher Certificate in Social Media and Communication
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About this qualification
The Higher Certificate in Social Media and Communication is a 120-credit higher-education qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Communication Studies subfield. It is intended to provide foundational learning related to social media and communication.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a foundation in social media and communication, particularly those considering further study or work related to communication-focused activities. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support foundational preparation for communication and social-media-related work, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational communication skills
- Foundational social media-related skills
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Social Media and Communication
- SAQA ID
- 120240
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Communication Studies
- Originator
- Berea College of Technology (Pty) Ltd
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2026-02-02
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolments are permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider for details of the curriculum, assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 120240, NQF level and credit value against current official information before making a decision.