Vision, Mission
& Values

A world-class National Qualifications Framework that works for the people in South Africa.

NQF History
& Objectives

The NQF traces its origins back to the labour movement of the early 1970s.

Board &
Management

The Board maintains overall responsibility of the organisation and delegates some of its work to various committees.

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 AfricanĀ 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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Walter Sisulu Square - Kliptown! ā­ļøā­ļøā­ļøā­ļøā­ļøWe participated in the Gauteng Provincial Government’s Commemoration of the 70th Anniversary of the Freedom Charter The event provided an opportunity for SAQA to engage with members of the public, raising awareness about the significance of obtaining qualifications that are registered and offered by accredited institutions.We informed them about SAQA services and the critical role, the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) plays, in promoting #lifelonglearning and ensuring quality in education and training. #KnowYourNQF #Freedom30 #SAQAandtheNQF #nqfinformationcentre #FreedomCharter ... See MoreSee Less
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SAQA Engages at G20 EdWG – Day 2! We participated in vital discussions of the G20 Education Working Group in Sun City, ā€œRe-imagining plural pathways to a highly skilled ECCE workforceā€ and ā€œMeasuring what mattersā€ in quality assurance for ECCE programmes.We remain committed to strengthening global partnerships and advancing quality foundational learning. #SAQAinAction #G20Education #SkillsMobility #ECCE #SAQAGlobal #NQFLeadership #solidarity #equalitylity #sustainability ... See MoreSee Less
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