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ACCREDITED BY

QCTO

SAQA ID

118707

CREDITS

220

NQF LEVEL

5

DURATION

2 YEAR

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Purpose of Qualification

Transform Your Passion for Technology into Innovative Digital Solutions

In a world driven by digital innovation, Software Developers are the architects of technological transformation. Our Occupational Certificate program is your gateway to becoming a skilled creator of digital solutions that shape how businesses and people interact with technology.

The Power of Software Development

Why This Career is Your Opportunity

  • Global Technology Boom: Software development continues to be one of the fastest-growing career fields
  • Unlimited Creative Potential: Turn innovative ideas into functional digital solutions
  • Diverse Career Opportunities: Work across industries from tech startups to global corporations
  • Flexible Work Environments: Remote work, freelancing, and global collaboration possibilities

Knowledge Modules

NQF Level

Credits (66)

Computers and Computing Systems

4

12

Desktop and Professional Software to Communicate and Visualise Information

4

8

Automated Web Scraping as a Data Source

5

8

Logical Thinking and Basic Calculations

4

2

Computing Theory

4

2

Software Development with HTML5, Opensource Frameworks and Libraries

5

16

UML as Standard Modelling Language for Software and Systems Development

5

4

Obtaining, Querying, Manipulating and Presenting Data with and without MVC

5

6

Software Development Life Cycle, Programming Languages, Algorithms and Security

5

3

Introduction to Governance, Legislation and Ethics

4

2

4IR and Future Skills

4

2

Design Thinking Principles for Innovation

4

1

Practical Modules

NQF Level

Credits (89)

Use Software to Communicate and Visualise Information

4

3

Use and Manage Spreadsheets and Workbooks

4

3

Use Desktop Applications to Analyse, Visualise and Report on Data

5

3

Use a Visual Analytics Platform and Visualisation Tools to Analyse, Visualise and report on Data

5

3

Query and Massage Data

5

3

Apply Logical Thinking and Maths

4

3

Apply Code to use a Software Toolkit/Platform in the Field of Study or Employment

5

3

Develop Software using HTML5, Opensource Frameworks and Libraries

5

16

Design and Build Web Applications, Desktop Graphical User Interfaces or Mobile Apps

5

8

Use a Cloud Automation Platform to Create Solutions

4

8

Develop Software using Python

5

12

Apply the Development Cycle when Developing Software

5

16

Participate in a Design Thinking for Innovation Workshop

4

4

Function Ethically and Effectively in a Team

4

4

Work Experience Modules

NQF Level

Credits (52)

Technical Requirement Analysis and Refinement

5

15

Modelling Processes

5

15

Programming for Software Solution Development

5

25

Capstone project

5

10

Assessments are ongoing, informal evaluations used to monitor student learning and provide continuous feedback. The goal of formative assessments is to help students identify strengths and weaknesses and target areas that need more work. Examples include classroom discussions, quizzes, homework assignments, observation of students, and student self-assessments. Formative assessments do not typically contribute to a final grade.

All assessments will be concluded within the period allocated for the knowledge and practical modules. Assessors will provide learner feedback and remediation if required.

The External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA) is an integral and critical component of the QCTO’s quality assurance system. It is a single national assessment leading to the awarding of an Occupational Certificate. EISA ensures that the assessment of occupational qualifications, part qualifications and trades are standardised, consistent and credible.

For learners to qualify for entry to EISA, learners must have a copy of a completed and signed Statement of Work Experience as well as proof of successful completion of the Knowledge Modules and Practical Skills Modules.  The statement of results obtained from Careers Business Institute will serve as proof that the candidate has satisfied all the requirements to be admitted to sit for EISA.

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Advanced Certificate in Information Technology Governance, NQF Level 6.