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Occupational Certificate: Offshore Driller

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SAQA ID119445
NQF Level3
Credits230
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

The Occupational Certificate: Offshore Driller is an NQF level 3 occupational qualification in Engineering and Related Design, focused on the knowledge and practical preparation associated with offshore drilling work. It carries 230 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in offshore drilling and related engineering work may consider this qualification as a possible route for developing relevant occupational preparation. Prospective learners should confirm that they meet the provider’s actual admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification has a direct pathway relationship with the occupation of Driller. It may support preparation for work in that occupation, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or career entry.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Offshore drilling-related operational skills
  • Practical preparation relevant to driller work
QCTO training information

QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

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

QCTO qualification
Offshore Driller
Quality Partner
MQA
NQF level
3
Credits
230
No active valid provider organisations match these filters. Try clearing a filter or verify current accreditation directly with QCTO.
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: Offshore Driller
SAQA ID
119445
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
3
Minimum credits
230
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
DQP MQA
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 and whether new enrolment is permitted.
  • Check that the provider has the appropriate accreditation or authorisation to offer the qualification.
  • Confirm the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 119445, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.