Qualification

Occupational Certificate: Automotive Motor Mechanic

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

SAQA ID118733
NQF Level4
Credits540
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

The Occupational Certificate: Automotive Motor Mechanic is an NQF Level 4 occupational qualification in the Manufacturing and Assembly subfield. It carries 540 credits and is focused on preparation for work related to automotive motor mechanics.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in practical automotive mechanical work and in developing a foundation related to the Automotive Motor Mechanic occupation may consider this qualification. This is general guidance, not an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification has a direct relationship with the Automotive Motor Mechanic occupation and may support preparation for work in that career. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, trade recognition or professional registration; confirm the specific requirements for the role and any relevant trade or workplace processes.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Automotive mechanical servicing and repair
  • Practical mechanical problem-solving
QCTO training information

QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

65 active accredited provider organisations

This SAQA qualification is also present in the QCTO occupational qualifications data available to Edupstairs.

QCTO qualification
Automotive Motor Mechanic
Quality Partner
MERSETA NAMB
NQF level
4
Credits
540

Active QCTO-accredited provider organisations

Showing 61–65 of 65 matching provider organisations.

QCTO Active

Vocational Training Authority (VTA)

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Middleburg · Mpumalanga

Accreditation no: 08-QCTO/SDP190625155332

Latest accreditation end in these records: June 13, 2030

QCTO Active

Volkswagen Group South Africa

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Uintenhage · Eastern Cape

Accreditation no: 02-QCTO/SDP260324081817

Latest accreditation end in these records: March 14, 2029

QCTO Active

WestCoast TVET college - Vredendal Campus

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Vredendal · Western Cape

Accreditation no: 01-QCTO/SDP301025154414

Latest accreditation end in these records: October 28, 2030

QCTO Active

Yes Technology College

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Germiston · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP120126090754

Latest accreditation end in these records: January 5, 2031

QCTO Active

ZM Williams Freelance Training

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Saldanha Bay · Western Cape

Accreditation no: 01-QCTO/SDP221024213939

Latest accreditation end in these records: October 10, 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: Automotive Motor Mechanic
SAQA ID
118733
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
540
Field
6
Subfield
Manufacturing and Assembly
Originator
DQP MERSET
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer this specific qualification.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements and selection process.
  • Ask the provider to explain the applicable assessment arrangements and whether workplace-based learning or practical training is required.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 118733, NQF level and credit value on the provider’s official information.
  • Check the likely completion, certification and progression arrangements directly with the provider and relevant authorities.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.