Occupational Certificate: Artificial Intelligence Software Developer
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an Occupational Certificate at NQF Level 5 in Information Technology and Computer Sciences, focused on preparing learners for work related to developing software that uses artificial intelligence. It carries 209 credits and is located on the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework. The available record shows a registration end date of 3 February 2027, but its current registration status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people interested in artificial intelligence, software development and technology-focused occupational learning. It may be relevant to prospective learners considering a pathway towards software development, subject to the provider’s stated admission requirements and the qualification’s verified status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification has an approved direct-pathway relationship with the Software Developer career. This indicates that it may support preparation for work related to software development, including software development involving artificial intelligence. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into the Software Developer career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Software development
- Applying artificial intelligence in software development
QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers
This SAQA qualification is also present in the QCTO occupational qualifications data available to Edupstairs.
- QCTO qualification
- Artificial Intelligence Software Developer
- Quality Partner
- MICT SETA
- NQF level
- 5
- Credits
- 209
Active QCTO-accredited provider organisations
Showing 121–132 of 140 matching provider organisations.
Turning Digital
Latest accreditation end in these records: July 27, 2028
TWKB Talent Centric
Latest accreditation end in these records: January 16, 2029
TWOPNM (Pty) Ltd
Latest accreditation end in these records: August 29, 2030
Ultimate People Consulting
Latest accreditation end in these records: November 10, 2030
Umcebowethu Training and Projects
Latest accreditation end in these records: January 5, 2031
uMgungundlovu TVET College – Northdale Campus
Latest accreditation end in these records: August 14, 2029
Unisa Enterprise
Latest accreditation end in these records: January 5, 2030
University of Johannesburg
Latest accreditation end in these records: July 1, 2030
Varsity Institute of Science and Technology
Latest accreditation end in these records: November 14, 2029
VH Exploration and Fabrication NPC
Latest accreditation end in these records: January 5, 2031
VIKA Training
Latest accreditation end in these records: August 15, 2030
WCC Assessment
Latest accreditation end in these records: July 1, 2030
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Artificial Intelligence Software Developer
- SAQA ID
- 118792
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 209
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- DQP MICTS
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2027-02-03
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer this specific qualification.
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- Ask the provider for the detailed curriculum, learning activities and assessment arrangements.
- Confirm whether workplace-based learning, practical experience or other work-related requirements apply.
- Review the qualification and provider information carefully because the available registration record requires verification.