Occupational Certificate: Driving Instructor
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Occupational Certificate: Driving Instructor is an NQF Level 4 qualification in the Safety in Society subfield. It is intended to support preparation for work involving the instruction of people who are learning to drive. The qualification carries 52 credits. Its SAQA registration information should be checked before relying on it for current enrolment or career planning.
What this qualification may cover
- Preparation associated with providing driving instruction
- Knowledge and practice relevant to the driving-instruction role
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing towards work as a driving instructor, subject to meeting the applicable admission, assessment and workplace requirements confirmed by the provider and relevant authorities.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards the occupation of Driving Instructor, which is identified as a direct pathway. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or permission to practise. Career suitability may also depend on current regulatory, licensing, provider and workplace requirements.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Communicating driving-related guidance to learners
- Supporting learners during driving instruction
- Applying safety-focused practices in a driving-instruction context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Driving Instructor
- SAQA ID
- 104883
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 4
- Minimum credits
- 52
- Field
- 8
- Subfield
- Safety in Society
- Originator
- DQP - RTMC
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-12-07
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration record shows an end date of 7 December 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements.
- Confirm whether any additional licensing, regulatory or occupational requirements apply to working as a driving instructor.
- Check whether the qualification is accepting new enrolments and whether the provider’s information matches the latest official records.