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

Type specifications

NQF Exit Level: 3 (The NQF Level allocation will be as per the SAQA level descriptors)

Minimum total credits: 120

Type

Intermediate Occupational Certificate

Descriptor

As per the requirements of the occupation. Example: Intermediate Occupational Certificate: Functional Yard Operator, NQF Level 3

Abbreviations

Example: Interm. Occ. Cert: Functional Yard Operator

Purpose and characteristics

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

This qualification signifies that the learner has attained an intermediate 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. The Intermediate Occupational Certificate typically includes simulated work experience without supervision and practical experience.

Minimum admission requirements

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

Progression

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