National Diploma: South African Special Forces Operations
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This National Diploma is associated with South African special forces operations and sits within the Sovereignty of the State subfield. It is recorded at NQF Level 5 with 297 credits. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 7 April 2010, so its present status and availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in specialised state-security and special-forces operational work, subject to the relevant admission, selection and service requirements confirmed by the authorised provider or responsible organisation.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may relate directly to roles such as Special Forces Manager, Special Forces Officer and Special Forces Operator. This indicates occupational relevance, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment, selection or eligibility for any role.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Diploma: South African Special Forces Operations
- SAQA ID
- 48879
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 297
- Field
- 8
- Subfield
- Sovereignty of the State
- Originator
- SGB SPECOM
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2010-04-07
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment or completion is still permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, where applicable.
- Ask for the applicable admission and selection requirements before applying.
- Confirm how assessment is conducted and whether practical, operational or workplace requirements apply.
- Request written confirmation of the qualification title, SAQA identification, NQF level, credit value and award arrangements.
- Check whether any separate employer, service, security or professional requirements apply to the career path you are considering.