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Occupational Certificate: Carton CAD Operator

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SAQA ID119451
NQF Level3
Credits194
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Occupational Certificate: Carton CAD Operator is a vocational qualification at NQF Level 3 in Engineering and Related Design. It is focused on the role of using computer-aided design tools in work involving carton design and related production activities.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may suit people interested in computer-aided design work connected with cartons, packaging and related design-and-production environments. Prospective learners should confirm the formal admission and selection requirements with an authorised provider.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may help prepare a learner for work related to carton CAD operation and supporting design activities. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a particular occupation.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Computer-aided design operation
  • Carton-related design support
  • Working in an Engineering and Related Design context
QCTO training information

QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

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

QCTO qualification
Carton CAD Operator
Quality Partner
FPM SETA Printing SA
NQF level
3
Credits
194
No active valid provider organisations match these filters. Try clearing a filter or verify current accreditation directly with QCTO.
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: Carton CAD Operator
SAQA ID
119451
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
3
Minimum credits
194
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
DQP Print
Registration end in source dataset
2027-08-04
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 and enrolment status before enrolling.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this qualification and that the programme is linked to the relevant SAQA qualification.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements that may apply.
  • Ask the provider how the 194-credit qualification is delivered and what learner support is available.
  • Confirm that the qualification matches your intended carton design or CAD-related career direction.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.