National Certificate: Lifting Machine Operations
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About this qualification
This is an OQSF qualification at NQF Level 3 with 122 credits, focused on the practical occupational area of operating lifting machines. The available information indicates that it is associated with Engineering and Related Design and was developed by SGB GMET.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a foundation in lifting machine operations, particularly in occupational settings connected with engineering, equipment use or related operational work, might consider this qualification. This is general guidance and not an admission requirement.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards work involving lifting machine operations. However, no specific related careers are mapped in the available information, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Lifting machine operation
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Lifting Machine Operations
- SAQA ID
- 64829
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 3
- Minimum credits
- 122
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- SGB GMET
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling. The available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023, but does not confirm its current status or whether new enrolment is permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements before committing.
- Ask the provider to confirm the qualification’s SAQA ID (64829), NQF level and credit value, and ensure these details match the official records.