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National Certificate: Food Services: Services

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SAQA ID22315
NQF Level3
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This is an NQF Level 3 national certificate in the hospitality field, focused on services within food-service settings. It may be relevant to people seeking an introductory qualification connected with customer-facing food-service work.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in entry-level food-service and hospitality environments, particularly those considering work related to serving customers at food-service counters, may wish to investigate this qualification. This is guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility or employment outcomes.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification has an approved direct-pathway relationship with the Food Service Counter Attendant occupation. It may help support preparation for work in this area, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into the occupation.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Customer-facing food-service skills
  • Basic service skills in food-service environments
  • Communication with customers in a service setting

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Certificate: Food Services: Services
SAQA ID
22315
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
3
Minimum credits
120
Field
11
Subfield
Hospitality, Tourism, Travel, Gaming and Leisure
Originator
Department of Education
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its accreditation or approval is current.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based or practical requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 22315, NQF level and credit value with the provider before making a payment.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.