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National Certificate: Mining Technical Support

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SAQA ID60349
NQF Level2
Credits125
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

The National Certificate: Mining Technical Support is an NQF Level 2 qualification worth 125 credits. It is positioned within the Fabrication and Extraction subfield and is intended to provide a foundation for technical support work associated with mining-related environments.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in entry-level technical support work connected with mining and extraction may consider this qualification. It may also suit learners who want a formal qualification in this field, subject to the provider’s stated admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification is mapped as a direct pathway relationship to the Health Technical Support Officer career. This indicates occupational relevance, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into that career. Because the available registration information requires verification and includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023, prospective learners should confirm whether the qualification is available for new enrolment before applying.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational technical support skills in mining-related environments
  • Awareness of technical work contexts within the fabrication and extraction field

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Certificate: Mining Technical Support
SAQA ID
60349
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
2
Minimum credits
125
Field
6
Subfield
Fabrication and Extraction
Originator
SGB MM
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 directly with SAQA or the relevant official source.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based learning or practical requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 60349 and NQF Level 2 details match the programme being advertised.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.
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