National Certificate: Information Technology
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About this qualification
The National Certificate: Information Technology is an NQF Level 5 qualification in the Information Technology and Computer Sciences subfield. It is intended to provide certificate-level preparation in information technology, although the available information does not describe its specific curriculum or learning content.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in building or formalising their knowledge of information technology may consider this qualification, subject to confirming that it is still available and that they meet the relevant provider requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further study or entry-level information-technology-related development, but no specific related careers have been mapped here. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or progression into a particular role.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational information technology knowledge
- Basic understanding of information technology and computer sciences
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Information Technology
- SAQA ID
- 80150
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- Walter Sisulu University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration and enrolment status before applying, as the available registration information indicates an end date of 31 December 2018 and requires confirmation.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and can issue a recognised achievement.
- Check the provider's admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any learning or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Ask the provider whether the qualification remains available for new enrolment and whether any replacement or updated qualification is recommended.