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Occupational Certificate: CNC Milling Machinist

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SAQA ID102996
NQF Level4
Credits148
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This Level 4 Occupational Certificate is focused on preparing learners for CNC milling machining work within the Engineering and Related Design field. It is associated with SAQA ID 102996 and carries 148 credits.

What this qualification may cover

  • CNC milling machining and the occupational role of a CNC Milling Machinist
  • Work related to Engineering and Related Design

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in computer numerical control (CNC) milling and practical work in the engineering and related design environment might consider this qualification. It is guidance only; prospective learners should confirm the formal admission requirements with an authorised provider.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work related to CNC milling machining and the CNC Milling Machinist occupational role. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no additional related careers have been identified in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • CNC milling machining
  • Working in an Engineering and Related Design context
QCTO training information

QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

4 active accredited provider organisations

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

QCTO qualification
CNC Milling Machinist
Quality Partner
merSETA
NQF level
4
Credits
148

Active QCTO-accredited provider organisations

Showing 1–4 of 4 matching provider organisations.

QCTO Active

CNC Training Academy

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Nigel · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP260423111154

Latest accreditation end in these records: April 25, 2028

QCTO Active

National Technologies Implementation Platform

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Pietermaritzburg · KwaZulu-Natal

Accreditation nos: 05-QCTO/SDP090123094501 | 05-QCTO/SDP200223091209

Latest accreditation end in these records: February 19, 2028

QCTO Active

Resolution Circle (Pty) Ltd

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Johannesburg · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP301024104119

Latest accreditation end in these records: October 29, 2029

QCTO Active

Tri-Anagram

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Brakpan · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP280823174718

Latest accreditation end in these records: August 27, 2028

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: CNC Milling Machinist
SAQA ID
102996
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
148
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
DQP TASA
Registration end in source dataset
2023-07-26
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 directly, as the available registration record shows an end-date snapshot of 26 July 2023 and does not confirm current status.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer this specific qualification.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements that apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 102996, NQF level and credit value match the programme being offered.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.