Occupational Certificate: Freight Handler
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This NQF Level 3 occupational qualification is focused on the role of handling freight within the transport operations and logistics field. It is designed around the occupational area of freight handling in road or rail contexts.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may suit people interested in entry-level occupational work involving freight handling and transport logistics, particularly those considering a freight handler role in a road or rail environment. Prospective learners should confirm that the qualification is appropriate for their goals and circumstances.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification is directly related to the Freight Handler (Rail or Road) career pathway. This indicates occupational relevance, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or career entry.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Freight-handling practices
- Participation in transport operations and logistics activities
- Working in a road or rail freight-handling context
QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers
This SAQA qualification is also present in the QCTO occupational qualifications data available to Edupstairs.
- QCTO qualification
- Freight Handler
- Quality Partner
- TETA
- NQF level
- 3
- Credits
- 122
Active QCTO-accredited provider organisations
Showing 61–72 of 87 matching provider organisations.
Rasehlo Transport and Tourism
Latest accreditation end in these records: May 5, 2030
Rauco Training
Latest accreditation end in these records: February 28, 2030
Reach Summit
Latest accreditation end in these records: November 21, 2030
Richards Bay Coal Terminal
Latest accreditation end in these records: April 28, 2029
Royal Impression Investment
Latest accreditation end in these records: October 10, 2030
SA Maritime School and Transport College
Latest accreditation end in these records: April 28, 2029
Sadhana Govender Project Consultants (Pty) Ltd
Latest accreditation end in these records: October 27, 2030
Safarmex
Latest accreditation end in these records: February 12, 2030
Safe-IT Training Solutions and Services
Latest accreditation end in these records: May 30, 2030
Skill Tech Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Latest accreditation end in these records: September 19, 2029
South African Cargo Services
Latest accreditation end in these records: July 7, 2030
Southern Seas Institute
Latest accreditation end in these records: May 5, 2030
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Freight Handler
- SAQA ID
- 96396
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 3
- Minimum credits
- 122
- Field
- 11
- Subfield
- Transport Operations and Logistics
- Originator
- DQP TETA
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification and that enrolment is currently available.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 96396, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making a commitment.