National Certificate: Film and Television Production
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This National Certificate is an NQF Level 5 qualification in Media Studies focused on film and television production. It may provide a foundation for understanding and participating in production work across the screen-media industry. The qualification carries 122 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may suit people interested in contributing to film and television productions, including those considering production, location-management, directing or production-assistance work. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support pathways related to Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Film and Television Production Manager, Location Manager (Film or Television), and Production Assistant (Film, Television or Radio). These relationships indicate relevance to the listed careers, but do not guarantee employment, appointment or progression into any role.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Film and television production coordination
- Understanding production-related work environments
- Supporting production activities and teams
- Organisation of location or production tasks
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Film and Television Production
- SAQA ID
- 58394
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 122
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Media Studies
- Originator
- SGB AVMP
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Confirm the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA, as the available record indicates a registration end date of 30 June 2023 and does not verify current status.
- Check that the provider is authorised to offer this specific qualification and confirm the provider’s accreditation status.
- Ask the provider for the current admission requirements before applying.
- Confirm how learning and assessment are conducted, including whether practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Verify the qualification title, SAQA ID 58394, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making payment.