Occupational Certificate: Non-Destructive Liquid Penetrant Testing Operator
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This Occupational Certificate is focused on the operation of non-destructive liquid penetrant testing within Engineering and Related Design. It is listed at NQF Level 3 and carries 25 credits on the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework (OQSF). The qualification is associated with SAQA ID 119459.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in entry-level work related to non-destructive testing and inspection in engineering and related design environments might consider this qualification. It may be relevant to individuals seeking a foundation in liquid penetrant testing operations, subject to the provider’s published requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for work involving non-destructive liquid penetrant testing operations. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers are mapped in the available information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Operating non-destructive liquid penetrant testing processes
- Supporting inspection activities involving liquid penetrant testing
QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers
This SAQA qualification is also present in the QCTO occupational qualifications data available to Edupstairs.
- QCTO qualification
- Non-Destructive Liquid Penetrant Testing Operator
- Quality Partner
- merSETA
- NQF level
- 3
- Credits
- 48
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Non-Destructive Liquid Penetrant Testing Operator
- SAQA ID
- 119459
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 3
- Minimum credits
- 25
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- DQP MERSET
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2027-08-04
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling, as the available record requires verification and includes a registration-end snapshot of 4 August 2027.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this qualification and that the offering is linked to SAQA ID 119459.
- Check the provider’s published admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that may apply.
- Ask the provider how the qualification’s 25 credits and NQF Level 3 status are reflected in the learning and assessment plan.