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Occupational Certificate: Non-Destructive Visual Testing Technician

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SAQA ID119426
NQF Level4
Credits130
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This Level 4 occupational qualification is focused on the use of visual methods to examine components, materials or structures for signs of defects without damaging them. It sits within Engineering and Related Design and carries 130 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in technical inspection and non-destructive testing work in engineering and related design environments might consider this qualification, particularly if they want to develop a foundation in visual testing. This is general guidance and not an admission rule.

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 approved direct-pathway relationship. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Visual examination of engineering-related items for possible defects
  • Applying non-destructive visual testing practices
  • Technical observation and reporting related to inspection 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 Visual 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 Visual Testing Technician
SAQA ID
119426
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

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling, as the supplied record requires verification and includes a registration-end snapshot of 4 August 2027.
  • Confirm that the provider is properly accredited or authorised to offer this qualification.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether workplace-based learning, practical experience or access to suitable testing environments is required.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 119426, NQF level and credit value on the provider’s official information.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.