Qualification

Occupational Certificate: Toolmaker

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID103177
NQF Level5
Credits664
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

The Occupational Certificate: Toolmaker is an NQF Level 5 occupational qualification in the Manufacturing and Assembly subfield. It is oriented towards developing capability relevant to toolmaking work, although its current registration and enrolment availability should be confirmed before applying.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may suit people interested in toolmaking and manufacturing-related work, particularly those seeking an occupational pathway in the toolmaking field. The listed career relationship should be treated as guidance rather than a guarantee of admission to a job or profession.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work as a Toolmaker, which is the directly related career listed for this qualification. Completing it does not guarantee employment, appointment or access to a specific position; employers may apply their own requirements.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Toolmaking-related practical capability
  • Manufacturing and assembly skills relevant to toolmaking
QCTO training information

QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers

7 active accredited provider organisations

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

QCTO qualification
Toolmaker
Quality Partner
MERSETA NAMB
NQF level
5
Credits
664

Active QCTO-accredited provider organisations

Showing 1–7 of 7 matching provider organisations.

QCTO Active

CNC Training Academy

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Nigel · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP260423111154

Latest accreditation end in these records: April 25, 2028

QCTO Active

COASTAL KZN TVET COLLEGE - TOOLING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Durban · KwaZulu-Natal

Accreditation no: 05-QCTO/SDP201124114754

Latest accreditation end in these records: November 14, 2029

QCTO Active

JL Designs

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Port Elizabeth · Eastern Cape

Accreditation no: 02-QCTO/SDP220925093735

Latest accreditation end in these records: September 19, 2030

QCTO Active

Mafa Parts and Services

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Pretoria · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP300424225054

Latest accreditation end in these records: April 28, 2029

QCTO Active

Port Elizabeth TVET College - STRUANDALE CAMPUS

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Port Elizabeth · Eastern Cape

Accreditation no: 02-QCTO/SDP160824105242

Latest accreditation end in these records: August 14, 2029

QCTO Active

PtSA Management Services

Role: Training Provider (SDP) · Assessment / Trade Test Centre

Accredited locations: Cape Town · Western Cape | Pietermaritzburg · KwaZulu-Natal | Pinetown · KwaZulu-Natal +2 more

Accreditation nos: 01-QCTO/SDP091022141926 | 02-QCTO/SDP091022140134 | 05-QCTO/SDP020325150057 +3 more

Latest accreditation end in these records: May 16, 2030

QCTO Active

The SAJ Competency Training Institute

Role: Training Provider (SDP)

Accredited location: Germiston · Gauteng

Accreditation no: 07-QCTO/SDP201125201903

Latest accreditation end in these records: November 10, 2030

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: Toolmaker
SAQA ID
103177
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
664
Field
6
Subfield
Manufacturing and Assembly
Originator
DQP TASA
Registration end in source dataset
2023-07-26
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. The available record includes a registration-end date of 26 July 2023, but does not confirm the current status.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this specific qualification.
  • Check the provider's admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider for the applicable assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical training requirements.
  • Confirm the qualification details, including the NQF level and credit value, with SAQA or the authorised provider.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.
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