QCTO Occupational Certificate: Learning and Development Practitioner

SAQA ID: 101321 NQF Level 5, 190 Credits

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Learning and Development Practitioner. A Learning and Development Practitioner plans, writes learning objectives, selects, and adapts learning resources required for the delivery of learning interventions, and facilitates learning in an occupational context.  

Exit Level Outcomes:

• Analyse learning and development needs, within an occupational context, compile learning and development plans and reports, and guide stakeholders on learning and development trends, practices, and quality assurance 
• Schedule, coordinate, implements and evaluate an occupationally relevant learning and development intervention
• Coordinate and manage learning and development within an occupational context
• Facilitate learning in an occupational context utilising adult learning principles and techniques 
• Plan, implement, and evaluate work-based learning interventions in an occupational context
• Plan and conduct assessments in a variety of occupational contexts

Entry Requirements: 

Communication at NQF Level 4; Basic English Literacy Skills at NQF Level 4

Duration: 

12–24 months

Delivery Method: 

Blended learning (Online/Live Interactive; eLearning/Self-study; or Face-to-Face Training)

Tools Needed: 

Laptop, Mobile phone, or Tablet, personal stationery, and stable internet connection. All learning material is available on the eLearning platform. 

Qualification Assessment:

The Institution will conduct internal assessments by means of assessment activities and signed off work experience log sheets. Upon successful completion of all modules, the Institution provides a statement of results to the candidate and QCTO, as part of the candidate’s application to complete the External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA) conducted by the QCTO.