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Occupational Certificate: Equestrian Coach or Instructor Level 1

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SAQA ID110360
NQF Level5
Credits125
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This is an occupational qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Sport subfield. It is focused on preparing a person for equestrian coaching or instruction at Level 1 and carries 125 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing a foundation for work involving equestrian coaching or instruction may consider this qualification. It should not be treated as an admission decision; prospective learners should confirm the applicable requirements with an authorised provider.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support progression towards work as a Sports Coach or Instructor, with a direct pathway relationship recorded for that career. It indicates relevance to the occupational area but does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Basic equestrian coaching or instruction
  • Sport coaching and instruction
  • Communicating guidance to participants in a coaching or instructional context
QCTO training information

QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

2 active accredited provider organisations

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

QCTO qualification
Equestrian Coach or Instructor Level 1
Quality Partner
CATHSSETA EQASA
NQF level
5
Credits
125

Active QCTO-accredited provider organisations

Showing 1–2 of 2 matching provider organisations.

QCTO Active

BSET Academy CC

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Howick · KwaZulu-Natal

Accreditation no: 05-QCTO/SDP080126151927

Latest accreditation end in these records: January 5, 2027

QCTO Active

REC Equestrian Academy

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: George · Western Cape

Accreditation no: 01-QCTO/SDP011125101453

Latest accreditation end in these records: December 27, 2026

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: Equestrian Coach or Instructor Level 1
SAQA ID
110360
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
125
Field
2
Subfield
Sport
Originator
DQP - CEEP
Registration end in source dataset
2026-03-25
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 and whether new enrolment is permitted.
  • 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 whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 110360, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA.
  • Check whether the qualification remains suitable for your intended equestrian coaching or instructional pathway.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.