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Occupational Certificate: Non-Destructive Eddy Current Testing Operator

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SAQA ID119460
NQF Level3
Credits56
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This Level 3 occupational qualification focuses on operator-level non-destructive eddy current testing within the Engineering and Related Design field. It is intended to develop a foundation for work involving the use of this testing approach without presenting the qualification as a guarantee of employment or professional registration.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in practical engineering, inspection and testing work involving non-destructive eddy current testing may consider this qualification. Prospective learners should confirm that its level and occupational focus match their goals and prior preparation.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for entry-level or operator-oriented work related to non-destructive eddy current testing. No specific related careers have been mapped in the available information, and completion does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding of non-destructive eddy current testing
  • Operator-level participation in engineering and related design testing activities
  • Attention to testing procedures and inspection-related work
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QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

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

QCTO qualification
Non-Destructive Eddy Current Testing Operator
Quality Partner
merSETA
NQF level
3
Credits
56
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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: Non-Destructive Eddy Current Testing Operator
SAQA ID
119460
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
3
Minimum credits
56
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
DQP MERSET
Registration end in source dataset
2027-08-04
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.

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