Occupational Certificate: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
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About this qualification
This NQF Level 4 occupational qualification is focused on work as an air-conditioning and refrigeration mechanic within the Manufacturing and Assembly field. It is a substantial qualification carrying 641 credits and is associated with the OQSF.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a vocational pathway in air-conditioning and refrigeration mechanics may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s admission rules and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for work related to refrigeration mechanics, including the approved direct pathway relationship to the Refrigeration Mechanic career. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Air-conditioning and refrigeration mechanical skills
- Technical problem-solving in air-conditioning and refrigeration contexts
- Maintenance and repair-related skills
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
- SAQA ID
- 103277
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 4
- Minimum credits
- 641
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Manufacturing and Assembly
- Originator
- DQP MERSET
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-09-12
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status before committing to study, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 12 September 2023 and requires verification.
- Check that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer this specific qualification.
- Confirm the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and whether workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 103277 and NQF Level 4 match the programme being advertised.