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 qualification is focused on clothing production, with particular emphasis on pattern work and constructing garments. It is recorded at NQF Level 6 and carries 125 credits. Its registration information should be checked before relying on it for current study or career planning.
What this qualification may cover
- Pattern work within clothing production
- Garment construction within clothing production
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people interested in clothing production and the practical areas of pattern and garment construction. This is general guidance rather than an admission or eligibility statement.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further exploration of clothing production, pattern-related and garment-construction work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers are mapped here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Pattern-related clothing production skills
- Garment construction skills
- Awareness of clothing production processes
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Clothing Production: Pattern and Garment Construction
- SAQA ID
- 22331
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- 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 status directly before enrolling or relying on it for progression.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or appropriately accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, as these are not specified here.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification is still available for new enrolment, as the recorded registration-end date is 30 June 2023.