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Occupational Certificate: Footwear Pattern Maker and Grader

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SAQA ID118786
NQF Level4
Credits121
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

The Occupational Certificate: Footwear Pattern Maker and Grader is an NQF Level 4 occupational qualification worth 121 credits. It is focused on pattern-making and grading work within the manufacturing and assembly field, with a specific application to footwear production.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may suit people interested in technical pattern development and grading for footwear manufacturing, as well as those exploring practical roles in the manufacturing and assembly sector. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support progression towards work as an apparel and related pattern maker, with a direct relationship identified between this qualification and that career. It indicates relevant preparation for pattern-making and grading work, but does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into the career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Footwear pattern making
  • Pattern grading
  • Applying pattern-making knowledge in a manufacturing and assembly context
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QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

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

QCTO qualification
Footwear Pattern Maker and Grader
Quality Partner
FP&M SETA
NQF level
4
Credits
121
No active valid provider organisations match these filters. Try clearing a filter or verify current accreditation directly with QCTO.
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: Footwear Pattern Maker and Grader
SAQA ID
118786
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
121
Field
6
Subfield
Manufacturing and Assembly
Originator
DQP FPMSET
Registration end in source dataset
2027-02-03
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 before enrolling.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Ask the provider to explain the admission requirements.
  • Confirm how learning and assessment are conducted, including whether practical or workplace requirements apply.
  • Check that the qualification title, SAQA ID 118786, NQF level and credit value match the current provider and SAQA information.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.
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