Occupational Certificate: Journalist
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Occupational Certificate: Journalist is an occupational qualification in Communication Studies at NQF Level 5, carrying 193 credits. It is intended to relate to the practical field of journalism and is associated with the OQSF.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in journalism, news and media work, and communication-related occupational pathways might consider this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for work as a journalist, which is the directly related career identified for it. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into journalism.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Journalism-related communication
- News and media communication
- Written communication
- Information gathering and reporting
QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers
This SAQA qualification is also present in the QCTO occupational qualifications data available to Edupstairs.
- QCTO qualification
- Journalist
- Quality Partner
- FP&M SETA
- NQF level
- 5
- Credits
- 193
Active QCTO-accredited provider organisations
Showing 37–40 of 40 matching provider organisations.
Soyisa Learning Institute
Latest accreditation end in these records: December 21, 2026
The Finishing College
Latest accreditation end in these records: December 13, 2026
Ursivox Interactive Systems
Latest accreditation end in these records: August 15, 2030
UXi Sport Institute
Latest accreditation end in these records: January 30, 2030
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Journalist
- SAQA ID
- 101872
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 193
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Communication Studies
- Originator
- DQP MICTS
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer this specific qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 101872, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA.
- Check whether any additional requirements apply to the intended journalism role.