Qualification

Occupational Certificate: Artificial Intelligence Software Developer

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID118792
NQF Level5
Credits209
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

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 training information

QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

140 active accredited provider organisations

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 61–72 of 140 matching provider organisations.

QCTO Active

Khano Training Institute

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Pretoria · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP040925130415

Latest accreditation end in these records: August 29, 2030

QCTO Active

Khulani Skills Development Centre (Pty) Ltd

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Lusikisiki · Eastern Cape

Accreditation no: 02-QCTO/SDP070126112855

Latest accreditation end in these records: January 5, 2031

QCTO Active

KMS College

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Durban · KwaZulu-Natal

Accreditation nos: 05-QCTO/SDP020824134222 | 05-QCTO/SDP080724131012

Latest accreditation end in these records: July 7, 2029

QCTO Active

KMT Training And Business Solutions

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Honeydew · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP251124230404

Latest accreditation end in these records: November 14, 2029

QCTO Active

KVR Training And Business Solutions (Pty) Ltd

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Sandton · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP210825113906

Latest accreditation end in these records: August 15, 2030

QCTO Active

LevelUp Training Institute

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Kempton Park · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP211124003210

Latest accreditation end in these records: November 14, 2029

QCTO Active

Limco Consulting and Management

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Benoni · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP040325154839

Latest accreditation end in these records: February 28, 2030

QCTO Active

Machitheka Trading

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Eshowe · KwaZulu-Natal

Accreditation no: 05-QCTO/SDP190625125252

Latest accreditation end in these records: June 13, 2030

QCTO Active

Maite Business Consulting and Training Agency

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Mbombela · Mpumalanga

Accreditation no: 08-QCTO/SDP060624061143

Latest accreditation end in these records: May 19, 2029

QCTO Active

Managed Outsourced Technology Solutions (Pty) Ltd

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Kyalami · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP180925112355

Latest accreditation end in these records: September 12, 2030

QCTO Active

Mass computer Training and Printers

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Thohoyandou · Limpopo

Accreditation no: 09-QCTO/SDP081025115303

Latest accreditation end in these records: October 3, 2030

QCTO Active

Mazars Institute of Development Western Cape

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Cape Town · Western Cape

Accreditation no: 01-QCTO/SDP230924074304

Latest accreditation end in these records: September 22, 2029

Important: QCTO accreditation is programme- and site-specific. “Training Provider (SDP)” indicates a skills development provider role, while “Assessment / Trade Test Centre” indicates an assessment role. An accredited organisation is not necessarily accepting applications or funded for this programme. Always confirm the latest accreditation, campus, role and enrolment information before paying fees.

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
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.

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