NOTICE: AUTHENTICATION SERVICES TEMPORARY CLOSURE
Please note that Authentication Services which comprises of Verification of SA Qualifications and Foreign Qualifications Evaluation, will be temporarily closed on 29 April 2024 for an internal event. All services including Call Centre and walk-ins will be unavailable from 09h00am - 11h00am.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
SAQA responsibilities
Registration Of Qualifications & Part-Qualifications
Recognition Of Professional Bodies
Management Of Information & Learner Achievements
Verification Of National Qualifications
Collaboration With International Counterparts Concerning Qualifications Frameworks
Conducting Research On Qualifications Frameworks
Evaluation & Advisory Services For Foreign Qualifications
What is the NQF?
The South African National Qualifications Framework (NQF)
is a single integrated system for the
Classification
Co-ordination
Registration
Publication
Articulation
of quality assured national qualifications
NQF levels & qualification types
What is the South African
Qualifications Authority?
The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is the oversight body of the NQF and the custodian of its values and quality character. The role of SAQA, as stipulated in the NQF Act, is to advance the objectives of the NQF, oversee the further development and implementation of the NQF, and co-ordinate the Sub-Frameworks. SAQA’s functions are set out in section 13 of the NQF Act.
Services
Registration of Qualifications & Part Qualifications
A part-qualification means an assessed unit of learning that is registered as part of a qualification.
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Verification of SA Qualifications
This service is to verify South African Qualification Achievements.
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Recognition of Professional Bodies
SAQA is responsible for the recognition of professional bodies and registration of professional designations for the purposes of the NQF Act, no 67 of 2008.
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Evaluation of Foreign Qualifications
The purpose of the evaluation function is the recognition of foreign qualifications in terms of the South African National Qualifications Framework.
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NQF MIS Incorporating the NLRD
The National Learners' Records Database (NLRD) is the management information system of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).
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Confirmation of Private Higher Education Institution Qualifications
Regulations for the Registration of Private Higher Education Institutions (Guide APX-03).
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Careers
The HR e-Recruitment software application provides SAQA with an automated recruitment, selection and appointment capability that contributes to reduced cost and time to the job applicants, while enhancing the overall quality process and standards in our recruitment.
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Building a world-class National Qualifications Framework for South Africa, which contributes to the full personal development of lifelong learners
Employers must authenticate or verify qualifications presented to them with SAQA, before appointing prospective employees #knowyournqf
An unregistered qualification or part-qualification may not be accepted by a South African or foreign employer #knowyournqf
Your qualification is your passport to your future. Ensure that you are registered with a credible institution that offers registered qualifications by visiting the Department of Higher Education and Training website or relevant Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs). #knowyournqf
Remember! An educational institution is allowed to offer a qualification that is registered on the NQF. Higher Education institutions and Private Higher Institutions (PHIs) must be registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to offer qualifications. All other private providers must be accredited by relevant Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) #KnowYourNQF ![]()
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The SAQA website is SAQA’s digital home containing important information on registered qualifications, and the processes to follow to verify your qualifications. Engage with us for a better tomorrow! Do not wait until it is too late to engage us about registered qualifications, www.saqa.org.za/verification-services/ #KnowYourNQF
