CIPS – Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
CIPS Level 2
Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
The ideal qualification if you’re just starting your career in procurement or if purchasing and supply are part of your role. It will enable you to recognise and describe the key processes in procurement and build your professional knowledge and competence.
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CIPS Level 3
Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
Designed for those in an operational role who need the capability to carry out procurement and supply tasks. You will develop the knowledge to understand demand management, arrange supply logistics and implement new contracts.
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CIPS Level 4
Diploma in Procurement and Supply
A valuable management tool for those moving into junior and middle management procurement roles or those supervising the procurement function. It focuses on organisational procedures and processes including negotiating, planning, risk management and data analysis.
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CIPS Level 5
Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Provides senior buyers, contract and supply chain managers with the expertise to improve organisational procurement and to fulfil organisational objectives.
It gives you the knowledge base to reduce cost, improve quality and timescales, manage the supply chain and deal with legal issues.
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CIPS Level 6
Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply (NQF Level 08)
Aimed at senior procurement professionals and heads of department. It is targeted at building strategic procurement competence, giving managers the ability to formulate strategic direction and advice, in areas such as change management, stakeholder management and team leadership.
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Supply Chain Distribution Manager
(NQF Level 07, SAQA ID: 93544)
This qualification is designed to provide the learner with generic management, human relationships, financial, and specific supply chain and operations knowledge and skills which can be applied in different sectors. It provides the learners with skills to become competent supply chain and operations workers and managers on both functional and strategic levels.
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Supply Chain Practitioner
(NQF Level 05, SAQA ID: 99111)
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Supply Chain Practitioner who can
plan, organise, execute, control and coordinate the activities and inter-relationships across the supply
chain environment.
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ICB / FASSET Financial Qualifications
Financial Accounting
(NQF Level 06, SAQA ID: 20366)
Gain knowledge and practical skills in bookkeeping, financial accounting, income tax, financial management, reporting standards, corporate strategy, management accounting and research. There are 12 subjects which build on each other. You’ll complete the ICB Financial Accounting: Foundation Level of this programme (and achieve the National Certificate: Bookkeeping) after successfully passing just four subjects.
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Business Management
(NQF Level 06, SAQA ID: 48736)
In this programme, you’ll learn about business and financial management best practices, office and legal practice, human resource management, computer literacy, global business strategy and research methods in commerce.
You can achieve the ICB Business Management: Foundation Level after completing just three subjects (and achieve the National Certificate: Small Business Financial Management).
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Office Administration
(NQF Level 06, SAQA ID: 35958)
By learning about all the elements that contribute to a smooth-running office, you’ll be able to help out in just about any department.
As you work your way through this programme’s 12 subjects, you’ll move up from the Foundation Level through the Intermediate Level and ultimately to the Advanced Level – and achieve their associated NQF qualifications.
This programme is a great choice if you want to help any company run in an organised way. The knowledge you gain in each successive qualification builds on the last, allowing you to take on key functions and increased responsibility in your workplace.
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Information Technology Qualifications
Computer Technician
(NQF Level 05, SAQA ID: 101408)
The qualification outcomes cover types of software, hardware, components, upgrading and troubleshooting a computer, formatting and partitioning hard drives, and network topologies. Green technology, maintaining
records of daily problems and remedial actions, and prepare evaluations for systems performance.
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Cybersecurity Analyst
(NQF Level 05, SAQA ID: 118986)
Cybersecurity Analysts apply the practice of protecting assets such as networks, computer systems and information assets from malicious attacks and threats. They assess and mitigate risks and potential intrusions and identify risks and vulnerabilities.
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Data Science Practitioner
(NQF Level 05, SAQA ID: 118708)
This qualification equips the qualifying student with a basic knowledge and understanding of using ICT in the organisation, with particular emphasis on word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access. In addition you will be taking fundamental modules – Communication and Mathematical Literacy.
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Software Developer
(NQF Level 05, SAQA ID: 118707)
This qualification provides an introductory level of understanding about computer industry concepts. Examples of the areas covered are entry-level hardware, software, electronics and network support, on mainly (but not limited to) desktop and hand-held devices and local area networks.
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Software Tester
(NQF Level 05, SAQA ID: 119438)
The qualification outcomes cover types of software, hardware, components, upgrading and troubleshooting a computer, formatting and partitioning hard drives, and network topologies. Green technology, maintaining
records of daily problems and remedial actions, and prepare evaluations for systems performance.
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End User Computing
(NQF Level 03, SAQA ID: 61591)
This qualification equips the qualifying student with a basic knowledge and understanding of using ICT in the organisation, with particular emphasis on word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access. In addition you will be taking fundamental modules – Communication and Mathematical Literacy.
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Technical Support
(NQF Level 04, SAQA ID: 78964)
This qualification provides an introductory level of understanding about computer industry concepts. Examples of the areas covered are entry-level hardware, software, electronics and network support, on mainly (but not limited to) desktop and hand-held devices and local area networks.
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Systems Support
(NQF Level 05, SAQA ID: 48573)
The unique MICT SETA programme of study creates IT leaders of the future by equipping learners with the skills to perform successfully at an advanced level.
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Health & Safety Qualifications
Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner
(NQF Level 05, SAQA ID: 99714)
The unique MICT SETA programme of study creates IT leaders of the future by equipping learners with the skills to perform successfully at an advanced level.
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Compliance Qualifications
Compliance Officer
(NQF Level 06, SAQA ID: 91671)
The unique MICT SETA programme of study creates IT leaders of the future by equipping learners with the skills to perform successfully at an advanced level.
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Quality Qualifications
Quality Assurer
(NQF Level 05, SAQA ID: 118769)
This qualification prepares learners to monitor, manage, and improve quality assurance processes across industries. It builds advanced skills for individuals responsible for quality control, regulatory compliance,
and process improvement.
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Quality Controller
(NQF Level 04, SAQA ID: 117309)
This qualification prepares learners to become Quality Controllers who verify and validate product and process quality at all stages of production. The role focuses on maintaining compliance with legislation, standards, and
customer specifications across industries.
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Quality Inspector
(NQF Level 03, SAQA ID: 117308)
This part-qualification prepares learners to work as Quality Inspectors who perform measurements, inspections, and evaluations of products or services against set standards. It supports quality assurance systems, reduces costs, and helps prevent nonconformance in various industries.
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Risk Management Qualifications
Organisational Risk Manager
(NQF Level 08, SAQA ID: 97387)
This qualification prepares senior professionals to design and oversee the full spectrum of risk management in an organisation. Risk Managers ensure
that all activities align with ISO 31000 standards and that the organisation embeds a robust culture of riskawareness and resilience.
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Organisational Risk Practitioner
(NQF Level 06, SAQA ID: 94222)
This qualification prepares learners to support risk management in organisations by implementing risk management frameworks at a business unit level. Risk Practitioners work closely with Risk Officers, helping
ensure sustainable and effective enterprise risk management.
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Teaching Qualifications
Adult Literacy Teacher
(NQF Level 05, SAQA ID: 101709)
This qualification prepares learners to teach and facilitate adult learning in both formal and community based settings. It supports national education priorities and enables learners to design, deliver, and evaluate
adult learning programmes.
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Project Management Qualifications
Project Manager
(NQF Level 05, SAQA ID: 101869)
This qualification equips learners to lead and manage projects using recognised best practices. It aligns with PMBOK® and PRINCE2® standards and is applicable
across industries such as IT, construction, HR,
marketing, and engineering.
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Christian Religious Qualifications
Religious Associate Professional (Christian Religious Practioner)
(NQF Level 02)
The purpose of this Qualification is to recognise those who have the required competence to serve as lay and ordained leaders in Christian communities or community organisations and society through enabling them to obtain a nationally registered and recognised Qualification.
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QCTO – First Aid & Workplace Skills
Basic Emergency First Aid Responder
(NQF Level 02, SAQA ID: SP-230801)
This foundational programme is designed to equip you with life-saving first aid knowledge and hands-on skills to respondeffectively during emergencies. Whether you're in theworkplace, community, or public sector, this training preparesyou to act with confidence when every second counts.
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Intermediate Emergency First Aid Responder
(NQF Level 03, SAQA ID: SP-230802)
This programme builds on basic first aid knowledge and prepares learners to manage more complex medical and trauma emergencies in regulated settings. It is ideal for those who operate in high-risk or supervisory roles.
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Workplace Preparedness and Risk Control Assistant (Communicable and Occupational Diseases)
(NQF Level 04, SAQA ID: SP-200902)
This programme focuses on managing health and safety risks, with an emphasis on communicable and occupational diseases. It’s ideal for professionals who want to promote wellness, prevent illness, and support safer workplaces.
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QCTO – Occupational Trade Qualification
Plumber
(NQF Level 04 - SAQA ID - 91782)
Are you passionate about working with pipes, drains, and fixtures? Do you have a knack for solving complex plumbing problems? Then this Occupational Certificate in Plumbing is the perfect choice for you!
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