National Qualifications Framework Act, 2008 (Act 67 of 2008)NoticesOccupational Qualifications Sub-Framework (OQSF) PolicyChapter l : The Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework in context11 - 14. The sub-framework and the NQF |
| 11. | The OQSF is an integral part of the NQF. The terms used in this sub-framework are therefore consistent with NQF practice. |
| 12. | An occupational certificate is the formal recognition and certification of learning achievement awarded by the QCTO. |
| 13. | The purpose of the OQSF is to define the relationships between different occupational or part qualification in terms of articulation and career progression. |
| 14. | OQSF provides for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT) within and between occupational and part qualifications. The RPL and CAT policy provided by the OQSF is subject to the policy made by SAQA in terms of Section 13 of the NQF Act,2008. |