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Occupational Certificate: Stonemason

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SAQA ID119446
NQF Level4
Credits540
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

The Occupational Certificate: Stonemason is an NQF Level 4 occupational qualification in the Building Construction subfield. It is intended to support preparation for work involving the construction and finishing of structures or features using stone, within the scope of the stonemason occupation. The qualification carries 540 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in pursuing a practical construction trade involving stonework and who want to explore a formal occupational qualification aligned with the stonemason occupation may consider it. Prospective learners should confirm that the qualification suits their goals and circumstances before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

This qualification may support preparation for work as a stonemason, which is listed as a direct pathway relationship. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, trade recognition or professional registration. Actual opportunities may depend on employer requirements, practical competence and other applicable conditions.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Stonemasonry
  • Stone construction work
  • Practical building-construction trade skills
QCTO training information

QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

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

QCTO qualification
Stonemason
Quality Partner
Services SETA
NQF level
4
Credits
540
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: Stonemason
SAQA ID
119446
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
540
Field
12
Subfield
Building Construction
Originator
DQP SERV
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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  • Confirm the qualification's current availability and whether the provider is accepting new learners.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.