Occupational Certificate: Emergency Service and Rescue Official (Mines Rescue Services Worker)
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This NQF Level 4 occupational qualification is focused on preparing learners for emergency service and rescue work in a mining-related environment. It carries 32 credits and is associated with the OQSF field of Cleaning, Domestic, Hiring, Property and Rescue Services. The qualification’s registration information should be checked before making enrolment decisions.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in emergency services, rescue work and mine-related rescue operations might consider this qualification. It should not be treated as an admission decision or as confirmation that a person meets any employer or workplace requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support a pathway towards work as an Emergency Service and Rescue Official, including the related Mines Rescue Services Worker context. It indicates relevance to this career but does not guarantee employment, appointment or eligibility for a particular position.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Emergency response awareness
- Rescue-focused work practices
- Safety awareness
- Team-based response work
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Emergency Service and Rescue Official (Mines Rescue Services Worker)
- SAQA ID
- 94042
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 4
- Minimum credits
- 32
- Field
- 11
- Subfield
- Cleaning, Domestic, Hiring, Property and Rescue Services
- Originator
- DQP MQA
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration snapshot shows an end date of 30 June 2023 and current status has not been confirmed.
- Check that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer this qualification before paying fees or enrolling.
- Confirm the provider’s admission requirements and whether your prior education or experience is suitable.
- Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether practical, workplace or site-based requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 94042, NQF level and credit value match the programme being advertised.
- Obtain written information about the qualification’s availability and the expected completion and achievement process.