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CIPS Qualifications

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
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

Supply Chain Distribution Manager

Level 7
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

Level 5
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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QCTO Occupational Certificate

Plumber

NQF Level 04
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!

Business Certificates and Diplomas

Financial Management

N4, N5 and N6 Diploma
This qualification is designed to encourage access to the accounting profession. It is offered to candidates who would like to enter the world of finance as a career.
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Marketing Management

N4, N5 and N6 Diploma
Once you complete this qualification, you will be able to operate in marketing activities in the marketing field such as conducting research, identifying markets, creating promotional materials and presenting marketing proposals.
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Public Relations

N4, N5 and N6 Diploma
This qualification has been developed to enable learners who are particularly interested and talented in an occupational/vocational area to develop competencies in public relations, which will enable them either to study further or to be employed and be productive in the sector at entry level and/or second tier level.
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Human Resource Management

N4, N5 and N6 Diploma
The purpose of this qualification is to develop graduates who are able to integrate knowledge of the central areas of Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development and Labour Relations as well as provide the learner with the ability to apply and evaluate the key terms, concepts, facts, principles, rules and theories related to these areas.
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Legal Secretary

N4, N5 and N6 Diploma
This qualification provides the learner with the required skills, knowledge and experience to perform the tasks related to Legal Secretary N6 at Level 5, participate in life long learning and be successfully employed or self-employed in the legal administration field.
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Tourism

N4, N5 and N6 Diploma
This qualification aims to equip learners with the necessary knowledge and skills for a career in tourism with the focus on the travel sector.
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ICB Qualifications

Financial Accounting

National Certificate
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

National Certificate
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

National Certificate
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

End User Computing

National Certificate 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

National Certificate 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 Development

National Certificate SAQA ID 48872
MICT SETA qualifications provide the core skills that are in high demand and sought after by industry; such as web development; project management and information systems design and will in addition provide outstanding communication and project management skills essential for business success.
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Systems Support

National Certificate 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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Engineering

Electrical Engineering

National Diploma
Electrical Engineering is the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism. Electrical Engineers study the use of electricity and equipment for power generation and distribution.
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Mechanical Engineering

National Diploma
Mechanical Engineering involves the design and development of machinery, ranging from simple mechanisms up to more complex machines. The process of Mechanical Engineering includes the planning and designing of these structures, as well as operating and maintaining them.
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Civil Engineering

National Diploma
Civil Engineers manage the design, construction, and maintenance of the built environment. On completion of the N4, N5 and N6 learners must complete 2 years of practical workplace learning for the learner to be awarded the National Diploma (N6).
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Services SETA

Project Management

NQF Level 04
A foundation of basic project management knowledge and skills which can be used to build further project management related competencies.
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Project Management

NQF Level 05
The purpose of the qualification is to develop in learners the following competencies to enable them to operate effectively as project managers of small to moderately complex projects.
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Contact Center & Business Outsourcing Support

NQF Level 03
This qualification is intended for persons who already work as Contact Centre and/or Business Process Outsourcing agents or who wish to join the contact centre and/or Business Process Outsourcing industry.
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New Venture Creation

NQF Level 04
This qualification is intended for persons who wish to start, operate, manage and grow a new small to medium business venture. Learners attempting this qualification will be equipped with a variety of technical, business managerial and personal skills and strategies to help them succeed in the creation and sustenance of a business.
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CompTIA Certifications & Training

CompTIA ITF+

The perfect starting point for professionals like you. Whether you're looking to assess your aptitude for IT or develop a broader understanding of the industry, ITF+ has got you covered.

CompTIA A+

The CompTIA A+ Core Series is your pathway to success. This series equips you with the latest knowledge and expertise to thrive in the evolving tech industry.

CompTIA Network+

This comprehensive certification empowers you with the knowledge and skills needed to troubleshoot, configure, and effectively manage networks.

CompTIA Linux+

This renowned certification validates the essential competencies required for early-career professionals supporting Linux systems.

CompTIA CTT+

As a trainer, it's crucial to not only deliver engaging lectures and interactive sessions but also be a skilled and effective communicator.

CompTIA CASP+

This advanced-level certification is specifically designed for security architects and senior security engineers entrusted with enhancing and leading an enterprise's cybersecurity readiness.

CompTIA PenTest+

This cutting-edge certification is designed for cybersecurity professionals like you who are entrusted with the critical task of securing systems through rigorous penetration testing.

CompTIA Project+

This industry-leading certification is specifically designed to equip IT professionals like you with the essential entry-level skills needed for successful project management.

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA Security+ is your passport to success. As a globally recognised certification, it validates the essential skills required to perform vital security functions and pursue a rewarding career in IT security.

CompTIA CySA+

This industry-leading certification is designed for cyber professionals who are responsible for incident detection, prevention, and response through continuous security monitoring.

CompTIA Cloud+

This prestigious certification demonstrates your ability to protect mission-critical applications and data in the dynamic world of cloud computing.

CompTIA Server+

This globally recognised certification validates the hands-on expertise of IT professionals who install, manage, and troubleshoot servers in diverse environments, including data centers, on-premise setups, and hybrid configurations.

CompTIA DATA+

This cutting-edge certification is designed for early-career professionals like you who play a crucial role in developing and promoting data-driven business decision-making.

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