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Occupational Certificate: Non-destructive Radiographic Testing Technician

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SAQA ID119429
NQF Level4
Credits140
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This Level 4 occupational qualification is focused on non-destructive radiographic testing, a technical method used to examine materials or components without damaging them. It falls within Engineering and Related Design and carries 140 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may suit people interested in practical engineering and inspection work involving radiographic testing. Prospective learners should confirm that they meet the provider’s admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support a pathway towards work as a Non-Destructive Testing Technician (NDTT), based on the identified direct career relationship. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. The available information does not establish the specific practical, workplace or assessment preparation provided.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Non-destructive radiographic testing
  • Technical work in engineering and related design environments
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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 Radiographic Testing Technician
Quality Partner
merSETA
NQF level
4
Credits
140
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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 Radiographic Testing Technician
SAQA ID
119429
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
140
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

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status before making a decision; the available record requires verification and shows a registration-end snapshot of 4 August 2027.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer this qualification.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements.
  • Ask the provider how the 140 credits are delivered and what evidence of achievement is required.
  • Confirm whether any additional industry, employer or professional requirements may apply to the type of 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.