Occupational Certificate: Training and Development Practitioner
A two-year occupational qualification that prepares you to work as a Learning and Development Practitioner: identifying learning needs, planning and facilitating occupational learning, assessing learners and evaluating the impact of training.
- Type
- Occupational Certificate
- NQF level
- 5
- Credits
- 190
- SAQA ID
- 101321
- Duration
- 2 years (provider-stated)
Programme overview
A two-year occupational qualification that prepares you to work as a Learning and Development Practitioner: identifying learning needs, planning and facilitating occupational learning, assessing learners and evaluating the impact of training.
Who should enrol
- People working, or wanting to work, as trainers, facilitators, skills development facilitators or learning and development officers
- HR and skills development staff responsible for workplace learning
- Assessors and facilitators who want a full occupational qualification
Programme purpose
The qualification prepares a learner to plan, write learning objectives, select and adapt learning resources, and facilitate learning in an occupational context, including coordinating learning, identifying learning needs, planning and implementing interventions, and evaluating their impact.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this programme, you should be able to:
- Analyse learning and development needs, compile plans and reports, and advise stakeholders on trends, practices and quality assurance.
- Schedule, coordinate, implement and evaluate occupationally relevant learning interventions.
- Coordinate and manage learning and development within an occupational context.
- Facilitate learning using adult learning principles and techniques.
- Plan, implement and evaluate work-based learning interventions.
- Plan and conduct assessments across a variety of occupational contexts.
Modules and Curriculum Structure
Knowledge modules (50 credits)
Module 1The statutory learning and development environment
Topics covered
- The statutory framework governing SAQA and the NQF
- The QCTO, SETAs and occupational skills regulation
- Skills development funding: levies, mandatory and discretionary grants
- National skills development structures, policies and priorities
Module 2Learning and development management functions
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 3Organisational learning and development needs analysis
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 4Facilitation of learning in an occupational context
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 5Assessment principles and practices
Topics covered
- Assessment practices, methods and concepts
- Evidence collection and recording
- Evidence evaluation
- Assessment administration and regulatory practices
Module 6Workplace learning and development planning, evaluation and reporting
Topics covered
- Workplace learning and development planning
- Learning programme sourcing, evaluation and selection
- Workplace learning and development reporting
Module 7Work based learning
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Practical skill modules (76 credits)
Module 8Manage and coordinate logistics, facilities and financial resources
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 9Plan, conduct and report on a learning and development needs analysis
Topics covered
- Provide information and advice on occupational learning
- Collect and analyse data on workplace learning needs
- Monitor implementation of a workplace learning plan
- Learning and development administration and reporting
Module 10Plan the delivery of an occupational learning intervention
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 11Facilitate different methodologies, training styles and techniques within an occupational learning context
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 12Facilitate experiential work based learning
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 13Plan and conduct the assessment of learner competencies
Topics covered
- Prepare for assessment
- Conduct the assessment
- Report and record assessments
- Review assessments
Module 14Evaluate the impact of learning within an occupational context
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Work experience modules (64 credits)
Module 15Conduct learning and development management practices
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 16Conduct skills development facilitation (SDF) processes as required for mandatory grant payments
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 17Conduct learning and development planning and implementation processes
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 18Facilitate an occupational learning session
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 19Facilitate a work based learning and development process
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 20Conduct assessments of learner competence
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Module 21Conduct an evaluation of the impact of learning within an occupational context
Detailed topic elements are specified in the official curriculum document.
Topic lists are shown where the official QCTO curriculum document was reviewed (modules shared with the Assessment Practitioner and Skills Development Facilitation Practitioner skills programmes). Full topic elements for every module are set out 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, 190 credits
Duration and study mode
Duration: 2 years (provider-stated)
Study mode: To be confirmed. Please contact us.
Practical learning and assessment
The qualification includes 76 credits of practical skill modules and 64 credits of work experience modules completed in a workplace. Learners need a completed and signed Statement of Work Experience.
Assessment
- Internal (formative) assessment by the skills development provider against the curriculum's internal assessment criteria.
- External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA) through the QCTO Assessment Quality Partner, focused on the exit level outcomes.
Accreditation and endorsement
QCTO accreditation 05-QCTO/SDP280126092032, valid 16 January 2026 to 15 January 2027.
Certification
Successful candidates are certificated by the QCTO after passing the EISA. Skills development providers may not issue the qualification certificate.
Career opportunities and progression
- Training and Development Practitioner / Learning and Development Practitioner (OFO 242401)
- Skills Development Facilitator
- Occupational facilitator or assessor
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 101321
- QCTO curriculum: SP Assessment Practitioner / SP Skills Development Facilitation Practitioner
- QCTO accreditation letter 05-QCTO/SDP280126092032
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