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National Higher Certificate: Drilling Practice

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SAQA ID16432
NQF Level5
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 240-credit National Higher Certificate at NQF Level 5, focused on drilling practice within the Engineering and Related Design field. It appears to have been developed for technical learning related to drilling activities and practices. The available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2006, so its present availability and status should be confirmed before relying on it for study or career planning.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in technical learning related to drilling practice and engineering-related design may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s stated admission requirements and confirmation that enrolment is available.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant preparation for exploring drilling-related technical work or further learning in an engineering-related area. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular occupation. Because no related careers are mapped in the available information, the specific career relevance should be confirmed with an authorised provider or relevant employer.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding of drilling practice
  • Technical awareness related to engineering and drilling activities

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Higher Certificate: Drilling Practice
SAQA ID
16432
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
240
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
Committee of Technikon Principals
Registration end in source dataset
2006-06-30
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

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  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is approved.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 16432, NQF level and credit value against current official information.
  • Check whether the qualification is suitable for your intended further study or work pathway.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.