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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Design and develop qualifications for assessment, education, training and development 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
117858  Design and develop qualifications for assessment, education, training and development 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Occupationally-directed ETD Practitioners 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 05 - Education, Training and Development Adult Learning 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 6  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6  6 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This Unit Standard is for people who aim to develop qualifications for use within an outcomes-based education and training system.

People credited with this Unit Standard are able to:
  • Plan and prepare for qualification design;
  • Develop a sector qualification matrix;
  • Develop a qualification;
  • Complete and review qualifications; and
  • Facilitate the validation of qualifications with stakeholders 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    The ability to source, gather, analyse and synthesise information using a variety of data collection and organising techniques.

    A working knowledge of the concepts, principles, terminology and structures of an outcomes-based system. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    1. Qualifications, together with standards, are seen as the central pillar of an outcomes-based system and serve the following main purposes:
  • Define the expectations of learners/practitioners as identified by stakeholders, including but not limited to employers, learning providers, trade unions, learners and civil society;
  • List the assessment requirements;
  • Describe achievements of holders of the qualifications.

    2. The term "qualification" refers to a document that defines a planned combination of outcomes of learning that has a defined purpose or purposes and that recognises competence and/or ability. This includes qualifications based on unit standards and qualifications not based on unit standards - for the purpose of this unit standard, candidates may choose to develop qualifications of either form.

    3. The candidate who wishes to achieve this unit standard is expected to demonstrate the ability to develop qualifications within the context of group processes. 
    		•

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Plan and prepare for qualification design. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The scope of and need for the qualification design project is confirmed with relevant stakeholders. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Sources of information identified are relevant to the task at hand and sufficient to meet information requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Any of the following sources as may be applicable in the situation: results of an analysis of outcomes, subject matter experts, management, customers, work instructions, standing operating procedures, training manuals, key shareholders, legislation, reports.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    People with an established interest in the qualifications are identified and the nature of their possible contribution is confirmed in accordance with established policies and procedures. Sufficient notification is provided to ensure participants are aware of times, venues and purpose of any activities related to the qualifications design process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    All resources needed for an effective process are ensured to be ready and available in time. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Resources include venue, source documentation and recording resources.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Insights gained from similar projects are incorporated into the planning and preparation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The plan provides details of achievable target dates, areas of responsibility and mechanisms for consultation, validation and reporting. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Develop a qualification. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The combination of learning outcomes is consistent with and fulfils the purpose/s of each qualification. The qualifications support the strategic objectives of the sector and the need for formal recognition of individuals. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The qualification allows sufficient flexibility and choice to meet a variety of needs of individuals. Compulsory and elective areas are justified by the established rationale and needs. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The qualification provides clear descriptions of options and requirements for award. In particular, the compulsory, elective and specialisation areas are defined using clearly stated rules of combination. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Qualifications are developed in accordance with sectoral and/or national process criteria, with particular regard for adequate consultation. There is clear supporting evidence that the qualifications address stakeholder requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Group facilitation processes maximise participation, and afford groups the opportunity to provide input and contribute to the validity and coherence of the outcomes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Qualifications broadly support the objectives and principles of the NQF. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Complete and review the qualification. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    All supporting information is completed to meet national requirements for registration. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Unless otherwise specified, SAQA registration criteria apply.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The qualification is checked for fitness-for-purpose, coherence, internal consistency and clarity of communication, and changes are made as required. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The qualification is presented in a consistent, well-structured, easily accessible format. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Qualifications are checked to ensure they contribute to the transformative and developmental aims of relevant legislation. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Legislation includes the SAQA Act, the Skills Development Act and Education and Training legislation.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Develop a sector qualification matrix. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The matrix accurately reflects the analysis of the sector's needs, and guides the development of qualifications for the sector. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The matrix presents the range of possible qualifications required in various areas of the sector. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The matrix identifies clusters of outcomes that define the broad purposes of each qualification. The matrix reveals anticipated or required relationships between qualifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The matrix is continually updated so as to reflect changes that emerge through the design and implementation process. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Facilitate the validation of qualifications with stakeholders. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Qualifications are provided to relevant stakeholders for validation according to planned consultation mechanisms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Stakeholders are given sufficient opportunity and guidance to enable thorough critical appraisal and validation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Feedback is considered methodically and resulting actions are justified by stakeholder requirements and the need for clarity of communication. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Evidence of consultation and validation is documented according to planned reporting mechanisms. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    1. Anyone assessing a candidate against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.

    2. Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA by SAQA.

    3. Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines and the agreed ETQA procedures. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The following knowledge is embedded within the unit standard, and will be assessed directly or implicitly through assessment of the specific outcomes in terms of the assessment criteria:
  • The essential concepts, principles, structures and terminology of an outcomes-based system.
  • Methods of facilitating group processes and the dynamics involved.
  • Methods of gathering, analysing and recording data.
  • Knowledge of the field in which qualifications are being developed. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems:
    This outcome will be demonstrated during the planning stage as well as when developing the qualifications. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others and in teams
    This outcome will be demonstrated when facilitating group processes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively this unit standard requires high levels of self management and organisation. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information
    The standard is primarily focused on this outcome, in particular specific outcomes:
  • Develop a sector qualification matrix
  • Develop a qualification
  • Facilitate the validation of qualifications with stakeholders 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills communication through oral and written means is central to this unit standard. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Understand the world as a set of inter-related parts of a system
  • Application of this outcome will be revealed through the quality of the qualifications produced by candidates. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  50333   National Diploma: Occupationally Directed Education, Training and Development Practices  Level 5  NQF Level 05  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  ETDP SETA 
    Elective  50330   Bachelor: Occupationally Directed Education Training and Development Practices  Level 6  NQF Level 07  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  50331   National Certificate: Occupationally Directed Education, Training and Development Practices  Level 6  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  ETDP SETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. AFRICA COMPETENCY DEVELOPMENT (PTY) LTD 
    2. Amaqamu Project Management and Consulting 
    3. ASSESSMENT COLLEGE OF SOUTH AFRICA PTY LTD 
    4. Aubrey Nyiko Business Enterprise cc 
    5. Audit Campus 
    6. Ayoba Training Institute (Pty)Ltd 
    7. Bohlali Provider Support 
    8. BORDERGATE EVENTS MANAGEMENT AND PROJECTS 
    9. Chartall Business College 
    10. Colleen Osorio Skills Development Consultancy cc 
    11. Dabulamanzi & Njabulo Ndaba Consulting cc 
    12. Divine Inspiration Trading 704 PTY Ltd 
    13. EDUTEL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PTY LTD 
    14. Emergence Learning Academy (Pty) Ltd 
    15. Enjo Consultants (Pty) Ltd 
    16. Future Discovery Training Academy CC 
    17. Igugu Training and Investments 
    18. Isamon Vocational College of Excellence Pty Ltd 
    19. Khaas Training Academy 
    20. Learnership Support Systems (Pty) Ltd 
    21. MACCAUVLEI LEARNING ACADEMY (PTY) LTD 
    22. MENTORNET (PTY) LTD 
    23. Neolebongi Trading Enterprise 
    24. NTI College 
    25. OMNI HR CONSULTING PTY LTD 
    26. Petra institute of Development (PTY) Ltd 
    27. Reflections Development Institute 
    28. Regenesys Management (Pty) Ltd 
    29. Resonance Institute of Learning 
    30. Saint Colonel Graduate Institute (PTY) Ltd 
    31. Sebenzisanane Human Capital 
    32. South West Gauteng Tvet College 
    33. Southern African Institute of Learning (SAIL) 
    34. The Brokers Learning Centre 
    35. The Institute of People Development 
    36. Thobologo Training and Education Group (Pty) Ltd 
    37. TMG Quality Services 
    38. Trainers Without Borders 
    39. Training Consultant and SD College 
    40. Ulwazi Training & Development 
    41. University of Johannesburg 
    42. VERYCOOLIDEAS 


    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.