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Occupational Certificate: Locksmith

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SAQA ID116130
NQF Level4
Credits545
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

The Occupational Certificate: Locksmith is an OQSF qualification at NQF Level 4 in the Safety in Society field. It is intended to provide a formal qualification route for people preparing for work related to locksmithing and lock-related security services.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may suit people interested in developing a formal occupational pathway in locksmithing, including those seeking work related to locks, keys and associated security hardware. Prospective learners should confirm the provider’s admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification is directly related to the Locksmith occupation and may support preparation for work in that field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or the right to practise, so learners should confirm any employer, industry or legal requirements that may apply.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Working with locks, keys and related security hardware
  • Practical occupational skills relevant to locksmithing
QCTO training information

QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

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

QCTO qualification
Locksmith
Quality Partner
SASSETA NAMB
NQF level
4
Credits
545
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: Locksmith
SAQA ID
116130
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
545
Field
8
Subfield
Safety in Society
Originator
DQP SASSET
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 it is open for new enrolment.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this qualification and ask for evidence of the relevant accreditation or approval.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether workplace-based learning, practical training or other work-related requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 116130, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA.
  • Check whether employers or relevant authorities require additional practical experience, registration or other permissions for the work you intend to pursue.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.