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Higher Occupational Certificate

Higher Occupational Certificate

Credits: 120
Duration: Approximately 12 months of structured knowledge, practical and workplace components during which training, practical experience, logbook record 6 | P a g e keeping from the workplace and a written external integrated summative assessment (EISA) will lead to a full qualification.
NQF Level: 5
SAQA ID: 121527
Mode of Delivery: OLG Learnerships are presented through contact sessions which consists of formal training and workplace activities.

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Kindly note that OLG does not accept applications from individual enquirers looking to be placed on a learnership, as learnerships must be funded by a company or a direct funder and are not free. 

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This programme is developed to prepare the learner’s role as an Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner (OHSP). An OHSP serve as organisers, mentors and inspectors regarding all staff members in the workplace concerning health and safety. Recording and investigating incidents and implementation and maintenance of Occupational Health and Safety management systems.

Who Should Attend?

This program is ideal for dedicated professionals looking to formalize their experience or pivot into a management role, specifically:

  • Current Transport Clerks seeking a direct path to management.
  • Fleet Supervisors and Operations Coordinators who want to achieve formal recognition for their industry experience.
  • Logistics Professionals aiming for career advancement in the road transport industry of Southern Africa.

What You Will Learn (Learning Outcomes)

To gain admission to this management program, you must have:

  • An NQF Level 4 qualification with Mathematics.
  • OR an Occupational Certificate: Transport Clerk.
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) options are available for those with significant workplace experience.

Entry Requirements

To gain admission to this management program, you must have:

  • An NQF Level 4 qualification with Mathematics.
  • OR an Occupational Certificate: Transport Clerk.
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) options are available for those with significant workplace experience.

Assessment & Certification

Achievement of this qualification is measured through a two-stage process:

  • Integrated Formative Assessment: Ongoing internal evaluations guided by your skills development provider to ensure you are ready for final testing.
  • External Integrated Summative Assessment: A final two-day evaluation conducted by the QCTO Assessment Quality Partner.
  • Certification: Successful learners will be issued the Occupational Certificate: Road Transport Manager by the QCTO.

Career Opportunities

This qualification is your passport to high-level roles within the Southern African and international transport sectors:

  • Road Transport Manager: Leading operations for logistics firms, passenger services, or agricultural transport.
  • Fleet Manager: Overseeing the maintenance, safety, and efficiency of large vehicle fleets.
  • Operations Manager: Coordinating the move of dangerous goods, abnormal loads, and general freight.
  • Pathway to Further Study: Articulates vertically to a Diploma in Transport Management (NQF Level 6).
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