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National Certificate: Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Ventilation

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SAQA ID20720
NQF Level3
Credits173
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an NQF Level 3 occupational qualification in the Engineering and Related Design field, focused on air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation. It carries 173 credits. The recorded registration period ended on 13 June 2004, and its current status should be verified before considering enrolment or completion arrangements.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be of interest to people exploring the air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation sector, particularly those seeking an occupational qualification at NQF Level 3. Because the recorded registration period has ended, prospective learners should first confirm whether any recognised enrolment or achievement pathway remains available.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide sector-related preparation for further learning or work connected with air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers are mapped here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Basic sector knowledge relating to air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation
  • Foundational understanding of engineering and related design work in this occupational area

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Certificate: Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Ventilation
SAQA ID
20720
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
3
Minimum credits
173
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
SGB ARV
Registration end in source dataset
2004-06-13
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

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  • Ask the provider what assessment arrangements apply.
  • Confirm whether practical or workplace-based requirements apply and how they are organised.
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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.