National Certificate: Engineering and Related Design
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About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 3 national certificate focused on foundational knowledge and capability in engineering and related design. It carries 122 credits and falls within the Engineering and Related Design subfield.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people interested in building a foundation in engineering and related design, especially those exploring technical or design-oriented study and work. This is general guidance rather than an admission requirement.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards entry-level opportunities or further learning related to engineering and design. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or admission to a particular occupation or programme.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of engineering and related design
- Technical and design-oriented problem-solving
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Engineering and Related Design
- SAQA ID
- 22423
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 3
- Minimum credits
- 122
- 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 and enrolment status before applying, as the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2023 and the current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 22423 and NQF Level 3 match the programme being advertised.