National Certificate: Mineral Processing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The National Certificate: Mineral Processing is an NQF Level 2 qualification in the Fabrication and Extraction subfield. It carries 129 credits and is associated with foundational preparation in mineral processing.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in foundational work related to mineral processing and extraction may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification has an approved direct-pathway relationship with the Mineral Processing Plant Operator career. This indicates relevance to that type of work, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or career entry.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational mineral-processing plant operation skills
- Basic understanding of work in the mineral processing and extraction field
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Mineral Processing
- SAQA ID
- 59305
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 2
- Minimum credits
- 129
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Fabrication and Extraction
- Originator
- SGB MM
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status before applying, as the supplied registration snapshot ended on 30 June 2023.
- Check that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Confirm the provider’s admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether workplace-based learning or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification details, credit value and NQF level match the current offering.