National Higher Certificate: Information Technology
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 240-credit National Higher Certificate at NQF Level 5 in the Information Technology and Computer Sciences subfield. It is intended to provide higher-certificate-level preparation in information technology, but its registration status should be verified before any enrolment decision.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a formal foundation in information technology and exploring further study or work-related opportunities in the broader IT field might consider this qualification. Suitability depends on the provider’s current offering and its published admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further study and for exploring entry-level opportunities related to information technology. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a specific career. No approved career relationships are available for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational information technology knowledge
- Basic understanding of computer and technology concepts
- General IT-related problem-solving capability
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Higher Certificate: Information Technology
- SAQA ID
- 80185
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- Walter Sisulu University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is currently open for enrolment.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 80185, NQF level and credit value on the provider’s official documentation.
- Check whether the qualification is being offered as a current qualification or only referred to as a historical qualification.