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Occupational Certificate: Non-Destructive Eddy Current Testing Technician

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SAQA ID119434
NQF Level4
Credits130
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This is a 130-credit Occupational Certificate at NQF Level 4 in the Engineering and Related Design subfield. It is focused on technician-level non-destructive testing using eddy current methods, which can be used to examine materials or components without damaging them. The qualification was originated by DQP MERSET and is associated with SAQA ID 119434.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest people who want to develop a technician-level focus in non-destructive testing, particularly eddy current testing, within engineering and related design. It may also be relevant to individuals exploring work associated with non-destructive testing technician activities.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support a pathway towards work as a Non-Destructive Testing Technician (NDTT), which is listed as a direct pathway relationship. This indicates occupational relevance, not guaranteed employment, appointment or career entry.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Applying eddy current non-destructive testing methods
  • Supporting technician-level testing activities in engineering and related design
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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 Technician
Quality Partner
merSETA
NQF level
4
Credits
130
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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 Technician
SAQA ID
119434
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
130
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.

Before enrolling

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  • Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 119434, NQF Level 4 and 130-credit structure 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.