Occupational Certificate: Chemist (Surface Coatings Technologist)
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an occupational qualification focused on chemistry applied to surface coatings within the manufacturing and assembly field. It is positioned at NQF Level 5 and carries 191 credits. The qualification is associated with the occupational role of a chemist specialising in surface coatings technology.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in applying chemistry in manufacturing environments, particularly those exploring work related to surface coatings and the occupational role of a chemist, might consider this qualification. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for work as a Chemist, with a focus on surface coatings, according to the supplied direct career relationship. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the recorded registration end date is 30 June 2023 and current status requires verification, prospective learners should confirm whether it is available for new enrolment before making plans.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Chemistry-related understanding applied to surface coatings
- Surface coatings technology knowledge
- Manufacturing and assembly context awareness
QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers
This SAQA qualification is also present in the QCTO occupational qualifications data available to Edupstairs.
- QCTO qualification
- Chemist (Surface Coatings Technologist)
- Quality Partner
- CHIETA SAPMA
- NQF level
- 5
- Credits
- 191
Active QCTO-accredited provider organisations
Showing 1–4 of 4 matching provider organisations.
Tshwane University of Technology
Latest accreditation end in these records: January 16, 2030
Tshwane University of Technology
Latest accreditation end in these records: June 14, 2030
Tshwane University of Technology
Latest accreditation end in these records: January 16, 2030
Tshwane University of Technology - Ga-Rankuwa Campus
Latest accreditation end in these records: June 14, 2030
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Chemist (Surface Coatings Technologist)
- SAQA ID
- 96367
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 191
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Manufacturing and Assembly
- Originator
- DQP CHIETA
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, including whether the recorded registration end date has been extended or replaced.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this specific qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any workplace-based requirements that apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 96367, NQF level and credit value match the offering being advertised.