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50 programmesNQF Levels 2–615 programme types
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QCTO Qualifications & Accredited Providers

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18 QCTO qualifications50 active provider organisations

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Northern Cape

ABCR Mining

Khathu · Northern Cape

1 linked QCTO qualification · 1 accreditation record

Limpopo

Advanced Products

Senwamokgope · Limpopo

1 linked QCTO qualification · 1 accreditation record

Gauteng

African Standards of SHEQ Consulting & Training (Pty) Ltd

Fourways · Gauteng

1 linked QCTO qualification · 1 accreditation record

Gauteng

Anglo American Platinum Limited - Engineering Skills Training Centre

Randfontein · Gauteng

1 linked QCTO qualification · 1 accreditation record

Gauteng

ATI

Roodepoort · Gauteng

1 linked QCTO qualification · 2 accreditation records

LimpopoPrivate Institution (Entity)

Bana Ba Thari Mining Training and Development Academy

Steelpoort · Limpopo

2 linked QCTO qualifications · 2 accreditation records

Mpumalanga

Colliery Training Centre

Emalahleni · Mpumalanga

1 linked QCTO qualification · 1 accreditation record

Mpumalanga

Colliery Training Centre

Emalahleni · Mpumalanga

1 linked QCTO qualification · 1 accreditation record

Mpumalanga

Dei Gratia Training and Development Solutions

Nelspruit · Mpumalanga

3 linked QCTO qualifications · 1 accreditation record

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Adult Education and Training

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Apprenticeships

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Artisan Development

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Artisan RPL

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Bursaries

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Candidacy and Professional Development

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Internships

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Learnerships

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Mine Community and Youth Development

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Non-Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning

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Occupational Health and Safety

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Qualification Catalogue

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Skills Programmes

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Work Experience

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Work Integrated Learning

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MQA Programmes by NQF Level

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Foundational learning
Adult Education and TrainingCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Adult Education and Training Programme

Foundational language, literacy and numeracy development for youth and adults in the sector.

Official source
Trade-dependent
ApprenticeshipsCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Apprenticeship Programme

Employer-based apprenticeship training for designated trades in the mining and minerals sector.

Official source
Trade-dependent
Artisan DevelopmentCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Artisan Aides Programme

Workplace development for employees supporting artisan teams and trade pathways.

Official source
Trade-dependent
LearnershipsCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Artisan Learnership Programme

Trade-focused workplace learning leading toward artisan certification.

Official source
Trade-dependent
Artisan Recognition of Prior LearningCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning

Assessment and recognition of experienced workers seeking access to a trade qualification.

Official source
Study-dependent
BursariesCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Bursary Scheme

Study funding for eligible learners enrolled at universities, universities of technology and TVET colleges in mining-related fields.

Official source
Profession-dependent
Candidacy and Professional DevelopmentCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Candidacy Programme

Structured professional development for eligible graduates progressing toward professional registration.

Official source
Foundational learning
Adult Education and TrainingCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Foundation Learning Competency Programme

Foundational learning support that prepares learners for occupational qualifications.

Official source
Qualification-dependent
Work ExperienceCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Graduate Work Experience Programme

Workplace placement for graduates requiring practical experience, including selected non-core disciplines hosted by mining employers.

Official source
Qualification-dependent
InternshipsCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Internship Programme

Structured workplace experience for qualifying graduates, commonly supported over a fixed placement period.

Official source
Programme-dependent
Mine Community and Youth DevelopmentCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Mine Community, TVET and Youth Skills Support Programme

Skills development support for unemployed youth, TVET learners and communities affected by mining activity.

Official source
Various NQF levels
LearnershipsCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Non-Artisan Learnership Programme

Structured occupational learning for core mining and beneficiation pathways.

Official source
Programme-dependent
Non-Artisan Recognition of Prior LearningCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Non-Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of prior workplace learning for non-artisan occupational pathways.

Official source
Programme-dependent
Occupational Health and SafetyCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Occupational Health and Safety Programme

Workplace skills development in mine health, safety, occupational hygiene and environmental control.

Official source
Programme-dependent
Skills ProgrammesCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Skills Programme

Short occupational learning addressing mining, mineral processing and workplace skills needs.

Official source
Qualification-dependent
Work-Integrated LearningCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA TVET Work-Integrated Learning Programme

Workplace placement for TVET learners who require practical experience to complete occupational or national diploma requirements.

Official source
Qualification-dependent
Work-Integrated LearningCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA University and UoT Work-Integrated Learning Programme

Workplace learning for university and university-of-technology students in mining-related disciplines.

Official source
Programme-dependent
Candidacy and Professional DevelopmentCurrent availability and funding windows vary

MQA Workplace Coaches Development Programme

Development of workplace coaches and mentors who support occupational learning.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

National Certificate: Coal Mining Operations

Mining Operations qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 2
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

National Certificate: Mineral Processing

Mineral Processing qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

National Certificate: Mineral Processing

Mineral Processing qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 4
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

National Certificate: Mineral Processing

Mineral Processing qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 2
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

National Certificate: Mining Operations

Mining Operations qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

National Certificate: Mining Operations

Mining Operations qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

National Certificate: Rockbreaking: Surface Excavations

Explosives and Blasting qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

National Certificate: Rockbreaking: Underground Hard Rock

Explosives and Blasting qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

National Certificate: Surface Mining Operations

Mining Operations qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

National Certificate: Underground Hard Rock Mining

Mining Operations qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Blasting Assistant

Explosives and Blasting qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 4
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Boilermaker

Artisan Trades qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 4
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Diesel Mechanic

Mechanical Engineering qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 4
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Electrician

Electrical Engineering qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 4
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Fitter

Mechanical Engineering qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 4
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Geological Assistant

Geology and Sampling qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 4
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Instrument Mechanician

Electrical Engineering qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Metallurgical Process Operator

Metallurgy qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 4
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Millwright

Artisan Trades qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 5
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Mine Environmental Control Officer

Environmental Management qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 5
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Mine Planning Technician

Mine Planning qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 4
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Mine Rescue Services Practitioner

Mine Health and Safety qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 5
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Mine Safety Practitioner

Mine Health and Safety qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 4
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Mineral Processing Controller

Mineral Processing qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Mineral Processing Plant Operator

Mineral Processing qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Minerals Laboratory Assistant

Metallurgy qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 6
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Mining Technician: Mine Surveying

Mine Surveying qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 6
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Mining Technician: Mine Ventilation

Mine Ventilation qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 5
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Occupational Hygiene Officer

Occupational Hygiene qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 4
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Rigger

Artisan Trades qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 6
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Rock Engineering Technician

Rock Engineering qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source
NQF 3
Occupational or sector-reference qualificationRegistered, transitional or sector-reference record — verify current status

Occupational Certificate: Sampling Assistant

Geology and Sampling qualification relevant to mining and minerals workplaces.

Official source

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Develop practical supervision, team leadership, planning and workplace management capabilities.

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Build foundational technical knowledge that can support progression toward electrical artisan development.

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