National Certificate: Clothing Production: Pattern and Garment Construction
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This National Certificate focuses on clothing production, particularly the relationship between pattern work and the construction of garments. It is listed at NQF Level 5 with 125 credits. The supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023, so its current status should be confirmed before any enrolment decision.
What this qualification may cover
- Clothing production
- Pattern construction or related pattern work
- Garment construction
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing knowledge and practical capability related to clothing production, pattern work and garment construction might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s current requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for clothing-production, pattern-related or garment-construction work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or access to a particular occupation, and no specific related careers were supplied.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Pattern-related skills
- Garment construction skills
- Clothing production skills
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Clothing Production: Pattern and Garment Construction
- SAQA ID
- 22330
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 125
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- Department of Education
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration or availability status, particularly because the supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, where applicable.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification information, credits and NQF level match the official records and the provider’s offering.