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Development of occupational qualifications

Development of occupational qualifications with Chamber Committees and other stakeholders, guided by the Sector Skills Plan priorities, towards registration on the Occupational Sub-Framework (OQSF) of the NQF.

Features

  1. Quality Assurance: The qualifications are quality assured by merSETA to ensure they align with the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework (OQSF) and meet the necessary educational standards.
  2. Design and Development: The service manages and facilitates the design and development of occupational qualifications, ensuring they meet industry standards and requirements.
  3. Implementation: It oversees the implementation of these qualifications, including the creation of learning programmes, learnerships, and skills programme.
  4. Occupational Qualifications: These are qualifications that have a structured learning component and a structured workplace experience component which leads to a qualification registered by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) on the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework (OQSF).
  5. Compliance: The qualifications comply with the regulations set by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
  6. Sector Skills Plan: The development of qualifications is guided by the merSETA Sector Skills Plan, which identifies the skills development needs within the sector.
  7. Stakeholder Engagement: The process involves consultation with industry stakeholders to ensure the qualifications are relevant and meet the needs of employers.
  8. Accreditation: The qualifications must be accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and registered with the DHET.

Service Benefits

  1. Quality Assurance: The qualifications are quality assured by merSETA to ensure they align with the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework (OQSF) and meet the necessary educational standards.
  2. Design and Development: The service manages and facilitates the design and development of occupational qualifications, ensuring they meet industry standards and requirements.
  3. Implementation: It oversees the implementation of these qualifications, including the creation of learning programmes, learnerships, and skills programme.
  4. Occupational Qualifications: These are qualifications that have a structured learning component and a structured workplace experience component which leads to a qualification registered by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) on the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework (OQSF).
  5. Compliance: The qualifications comply with the regulations set by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
  6. Sector Skills Plan: The development of qualifications is guided by the merSETA Sector Skills Plan, which identifies the skills development needs within the sector.
  7. Stakeholder Engagement: The process involves consultation with industry stakeholders to ensure the qualifications are relevant and meet the needs of employers.
  8. Accreditation: The qualifications must be accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and registered with the DHET.

FAQs

What is the role of the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) in the development of occupational qualifications?

The QCTO is responsible for developing and registering occupational qualifications with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). They ensure that the qualifications meet the required standards and are aligned with industry needs.

What documents are related to learning materials development?

Relevant documents related to learning materials development can be found on the merSETA website under the Curriculum & Learning Programmes page, including guidelines and templates for developing courseware for registered occupational qualifications.

Who can I contact for more information about occupational qualifications development?

For more information, you can contact Mr. Sibusiso Hlubi at shlubi@merseta.org.za or call 010 219 3367

How are occupational qualifications developed?

Occupational qualifications are developed through a collaborative process involving industry experts, educational institutions, and merSETA. The qualifications are designed to meet the skills needs identified in the merSETA Sector Skills Plan.