Occupational Certificate: Apparel Pattern Maker and Grader
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This Level 5 occupational qualification is focused on apparel pattern making and grading within the Manufacturing and Assembly field. It relates to the technical preparation and adaptation of patterns used in apparel production.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in the technical side of clothing and apparel production, particularly developing or adapting garment patterns, might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the requirements set by the authorised provider.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards work as an apparel and related pattern maker. This indicates a relationship between the qualification and the career, not a guarantee of employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Apparel pattern making
- Pattern grading
- Technical work related to apparel production
QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers
This SAQA qualification is also present in the QCTO occupational qualifications data available to Edupstairs.
- QCTO qualification
- Apparel Pattern Maker and Grader
- Quality Partner
- FPMSETA (MAN)
- NQF level
- 5
- Credits
- 291
Active QCTO-accredited provider organisations
Showing 1–12 of 24 matching provider organisations.
Aranda Learnership College
Latest accreditation end in these records: September 18, 2029
ATASA
Latest accreditation end in these records: November 21, 2029
Bohemian Studios
Latest accreditation end in these records: February 12, 2030
Candid by Frank Ramatsetse
Latest accreditation end in these records: July 11, 2030
CDM Excellent Projects
Latest accreditation end in these records: June 20, 2029
Creative Arts College
Latest accreditation end in these records: August 21, 2029
Edge Training Consultancy
Latest accreditation end in these records: July 11, 2030
Eternity Solutions Training
Latest accreditation end in these records: July 11, 2030
Gama Designers
Latest accreditation end in these records: August 15, 2030
Impact Capacity Development Agency
Latest accreditation end in these records: November 21, 2030
Institutional Higher Education of South Africa
Latest accreditation end in these records: July 28, 2029
Knoop Academy
Latest accreditation end in these records: August 15, 2029
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Apparel Pattern Maker and Grader
- SAQA ID
- 115455
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 291
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Manufacturing and Assembly
- Originator
- DQP FPMSET
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2025-02-26
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record requires verification and includes a registration-end snapshot dated 26 February 2025.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any workplace-based or practical requirements.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 115455, NQF Level 5 and 291 credits match the offering you are considering.