Qualification

Occupational Certificate: Home Based Personal Care Worker

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID104792
NQF Level3
Credits135
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This occupational qualification prepares learners for work providing personal care to people in their homes. It is positioned at NQF Level 3 within the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield and carries 135 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in supporting individuals with personal care needs in a home-based setting, and those exploring entry-level work related to personal care assistance, might consider this qualification. Prospective learners should confirm that they meet the provider’s requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a direct pathway to work as a Personal Care Assistant, according to the approved career relationship. It may support preparation for this type of role, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or career entry.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Providing personal care support in a home-based setting
  • Supporting day-to-day personal care needs
QCTO training information

QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

161 active accredited provider organisations

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

QCTO qualification
Home Based Personal Care Worker
Quality Partner
HWSETA
NQF level
3
Credits
135

Active QCTO-accredited provider organisations

Showing 145–156 of 161 matching provider organisations.

QCTO Active

Thuto Bophelo Training and Skills Academy

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Pretoria · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP030424100817

Latest accreditation end in these records: April 1, 2029

QCTO Active

Training Answers

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: George · Western Cape

Accreditation no: 01-QCTO/SDP061022155453

Latest accreditation end in these records: October 5, 2027

QCTO Active

Trauma and Rehabilitation Centre

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: East London · Eastern Cape

Accreditation no: 02-QCTO/SDP210825124606

Latest accreditation end in these records: November 15, 2026

QCTO Active

Tri-Anagram

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Brakpan · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP040723074800

Latest accreditation end in these records: July 3, 2028

QCTO Active

Tshupe Hospice

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Rustenburg · North West

Accreditation no: 06-QCTO/SDP210825124908

Latest accreditation end in these records: November 15, 2026

QCTO Active

Tuniti NPC

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Centurion · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP210525145351

Latest accreditation end in these records: May 16, 2030

QCTO Active

Tuniti NPC

Role: Assessment / Trade Test Centre

Accredited location: Centurion · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/AC-TTC050325193855

Latest accreditation end in these records: February 28, 2030

QCTO Active

Ukuphela Training

Role: Assessment / Trade Test Centre

Accredited location: George · Western Cape

Accreditation no: 01-QCTO/AC-TTC091023091429

Latest accreditation end in these records: October 8, 2028

QCTO Active

Umnyama Trading (Pty) Ltd

Role: Assessment / Trade Test Centre

Accredited location: Stuurheim · Eastern Cape

Accreditation no: 02-QCTO/AC-TTC030523045456

Latest accreditation end in these records: May 2, 2028

QCTO Active

VB Skills Development Institute

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Midrand · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP030725091127

Latest accreditation end in these records: July 1, 2030

QCTO Active

Victory Education Group

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Pretoria · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP011225104518

Latest accreditation end in these records: December 21, 2026

QCTO Active

Vital College (Pty) Ltd

Role: Training Provider (SDP) · Assessment / Trade Test Centre

Accredited locations: Bellville · Western Cape | Durban · KwaZulu-Natal | Randburg · Gauteng +1 more

Accreditation nos: 01-QCTO/AC-TTC180824162217 | 01-QCTO/SDP210825125716 | 05-QCTO/AC-TTC020824104743 +4 more

Latest accreditation end in these records: August 22, 2029

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: Home Based Personal Care Worker
SAQA ID
104792
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
3
Minimum credits
135
Field
9
Subfield
Promotive Health and Developmental Services
Originator
DQP - HPCA
Registration end in source dataset
2023-10-25
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, as the available record shows a registration end date of 25 October 2023.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its approval remains valid.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based learning or practical requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA identification and NQF level match the programme being advertised.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.