← Career & Qualification Explorer
Qualification

National Certificate: Welding Application and Practice

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID57881
NQF Level2
Credits158
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a foundational National Certificate focused on welding application and practice within the Engineering and Related Design field. It is positioned at NQF Level 2 and carries 158 credits. The available registration information shows an end date of 30 June 2023, so its current status should be verified before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing a foundation in welding practice and related engineering environments might consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support foundational preparation for welding-related work and further learning in engineering and related design. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a particular career, and no specific related career mappings are available here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational welding application and practical welding skills

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Certificate: Welding Application and Practice
SAQA ID
57881
NQF sub-framework
SFAP
NQF level
2
Minimum credits
158
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
SGB GMET
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 status, as the available information records a registration end date of 30 June 2023.
  • Check that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification and confirm whether new enrolment is permitted.
  • Confirm the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Check that the qualification title, SAQA identification and credit information match the offering 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.