National Qualifications Framework Act, 2008 (Act No. 67 of 2008)

Type specifications

NQF Exit Level: 2 (The NQF Level allocation will be as per the SAQA level descriptors)

Minimum total credits: 120.

Type

Elementary Occupational Certificate

Descriptor

As per the requirements of the occupation Example: Elementary Occupational Certificate: Weaving Machine Operator, NQF Level 2

Abbreviations

Example: Elem. Occ. Cert: Weaving Machine Operator

Purpose and characteristics

This is an elementary level occupational qualification. The qualification is primarily occupational, with a strong industry-oriented focus. The qualification also serves to provide learners with the elementary knowledge/theory and application techniques for occupational studies in their chosen field of study.

This qualification signifies that the learner has attained an elementary level of occupational knowledge and application in a particular occupation and is capable of applying such knowledge and competence in an occupation or role in the workplace with minimal supervision. The Elementary Occupational Certificate includes simulated work experience and some practical experience.

Minimum admission requirements

The minimum entry requirement is stipulated in each registered Elementary Occupational Certificate.

Progression

Completion of the Elementary Occupational Certificate meets the minimum entry requirement for admission to a cognate Intermediate Occupational Certificate on the OQSF or similar qualification on the GFETQSF.