Occupational Certificate: Adult Literacy Teacher
Prepares you to teach adult literacy: profiling adult learners, planning and delivering learning programmes, adapting materials and conducting assessments.
- Type
- Occupational Certificate
- NQF level
- 5
- Credits
- 198
- SAQA ID
- 101709
- Duration
- 2 years (provider-stated)
Programme overview
Prepares you to teach adult literacy: profiling adult learners, planning and delivering learning programmes, adapting materials and conducting assessments.
Who should enrol
- Adult education and community learning centre educators
- NGO and community literacy volunteers
- Workplace AET facilitators
Programme purpose
The qualification prepares learners to work as an Adult Literacy Teacher at Level 1, covering profiling adult learners, planning and delivering learning programmes, designing or adapting learning materials, and producing and evaluating assessments. The Adult Literacy Teacher may also assist an Adult Education Teacher.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this programme, you should be able to:
- Profile adult learners.
- Plan, structure, implement and evaluate learning events for adult learners.
- Plan, implement and evaluate assessments for adult learners.
Modules and Curriculum Structure
Knowledge modules (65 credits)
Module 1Adult education and adult learners
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 2Learning programme for adult learners
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 3Life orientation and academic literacy
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 4Assessment and moderation for adult learners
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Practical skill modules (53 credits)
Module 5Profile adult learners
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 6Plan, structure, implement and evaluate a learning programme for adult learners
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 7Plan, implement and evaluate assessments for adult learners
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Work experience modules (80 credits)
Module 8Processes to profile adult learners
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 9Processes to plan, structure, implement and evaluate a learning programme for adult learners
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 10Processes to plan, implement and evaluate assessments for adult learners
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module titles and credits are taken from the SAQA record. Detailed topic elements are in the QCTO curriculum document and are available on request.
Entry requirements
- NQF Level 4 qualification with Communication
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be used for access
NQF level and credits
NQF Level 5, 198 credits
Duration and study mode
Duration: 2 years (provider-stated)
Study mode: To be confirmed. Please contact us.
Practical learning and assessment
53 credits of practical skill modules and 80 credits of work experience with adult learners.
Assessment
- Internal (formative) assessment by the skills development provider.
- External Integrated Summative Assessment through the QCTO Assessment Quality Partner: written and practical tasks in a simulated environment at an accredited assessment centre over a minimum of 2 days.
Accreditation and endorsement
QCTO accreditation 05-QCTO/SDP280126092032, valid 16 January 2026 to 15 January 2027.
Certification
Certificated by the QCTO after successful external assessment.
Career opportunities and progression
- Adult Literacy Teacher (OFO 232131)
- Assistant to an Adult Education Teacher
Fees and intake dates
To be confirmed. Please contact us. Ask about fees and the next intake.
Frequently asked questions
What is an EISA?
The External Integrated Summative Assessment is the final external assessment for QCTO occupational qualifications. It is conducted through the QCTO Assessment Quality Partner, and you must pass it to receive the QCTO certificate.
Can I get credit for my experience (RPL)?
Yes. Recognition of Prior Learning is provided for in the QCTO RPL policy, both for access to the programme and, where competencies are proven, for module credits.
Who issues my certificate?
The QCTO issues the certificate. Training providers are not allowed to issue QCTO certificates.
- SAQA qualification 101709
- QCTO accreditation letter 05-QCTO/SDP280126092032
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