Occupational Certificate: Master Toolmaker (Plastic or Rubber or Glass Master Toolmaker)
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a Level 6 occupational qualification in Engineering and Related Design for the master toolmaking field, with a specialisation in plastic, rubber or glass toolmaking. It is designed around advanced toolmaking work in these material contexts and carries 240 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced toolmaking and manufacturing work involving plastic, rubber or glass may consider this qualification. It may be relevant to learners who want to develop in the Engineering and Related Design field, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support or relate to further study towards roles such as Glass Maker, Toolmaker or Master Toolmaker, according to the supplied career relationships. These relationships indicate possible relevance for further study and do not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into any of these careers.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Toolmaking
- Engineering and related design skills
- Working in toolmaking contexts involving plastic, rubber or glass
- Manufacturing-oriented technical development
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Master Toolmaker (Plastic or Rubber or Glass Master Toolmaker)
- SAQA ID
- 98888
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- DQP TASA
- 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 snapshot of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current registration.
- Check that the provider is appropriately accredited or authorised to offer the qualification.
- Review the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether workplace-based learning, practical experience or other workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 98888, level and credit value match the provider’s offering.