Advance Certificate in Social Security
The qualification is primarily occupationally orientated and incorporates the theoretical, conceptual and practical aspects of social security in a constantly changing context for those involved with the implementation of social security.
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Qualification type
Advanced Certificate
Credits
120
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
University of Johannesburg
Quality assurance functionary
-
Field
Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security
Subfield
Safety in Society
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
These dates are carried directly from the qualification record.
Registration start
2021-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Professional qualification view
Advance Certificate in Social Security is a source-backed qualification record identified by SAQA ID 102417. The captured facts place it within Advanced Certificate, HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework, NQF Level 06, 120 credits.
Accreditation relevance
For accreditation planning, the important control point is the exact qualification identity: SAQA ID 102417, HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework, Advanced Certificate. Provider readiness work should use these fields consistently across applications, evidence files, staff mapping, and programme records.
Record status
Current captured status: Reregistered. Key dates: registered from 2021-07-01, registration end 2027-06-30, last enrolment 2028-06-30. No provider references are listed on the captured record.
Provider interpretation
Before applying, confirm that the qualification level, credits, scope, and available official sections match the institution's intended delivery model. Where present, the source sections below should be used to check requirements, outcomes, assessment criteria, and progression details.
Checks before applying
- Confirm the SAQA ID is 102417 before using this qualification in an accreditation file.
- Check the captured level and credits: NQF Level 06, 120 credits.
- Review the registration end date: 2027-06-30.
- Treat missing provider listings as a prompt for direct source verification.
Purpose and entry context
Official SAQA text formatted for easier reading.
Purpose and rationale
Purpose
The qualification is primarily occupationally orientated and incorporates the theoretical, conceptual and practical aspects of social security in a constantly changing context for those involved with the implementation of social security.
The intended purpose of the qualification is aimed at those involved with the implementation of social security qualifications. The qualification is primarily occupationally oriented and incorporates the theoretical and practical aspects of social security in a constantly changing context.
Rationale
By successfully completing the subject-integrated topics, the learner will furnish proof that she or he is capable of giving a scientific account of and apply the knowledge in the area of social security that she or he has gained through literature study. Furthermore, candidates should be able to demonstrate basic practical skills enabling them to apply the substantive law, management and social policy skills in a competent and effective manner when providing social security services. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate effective communication, administrative, organisational and managerial skills that support the role of experts in implementing social security on a daily basis.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning in the case of learners not complying with the formal entry requirements will be conducted in accordance with the policy and guidelines of the institution concerning the recognition of other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. Recognition takes place only where prior learning corresponds to the required National Qualifications Framework(NQF)-level, and in terms of applied competencies relevant to the content and outcomes of the qualification. Through Recognition of Prior Learning students may gain access, or advance placement, or status recognition on the condition that they continue their studies at this institution.
Entry Requirements
The minimum requirement is
- National Senior Certificate National Qualifications Framework(NQF) Level 4.
Replacement note
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
This qualification comprises of compulsory modules at National Qualifications Framework(NQF) Level 5 totalling 120 Credits.
- Management and Administration: Public service context, 20 Credits.
- Management and Administration: General, 20 Credits.
- Social policy for social security, 40 Credits.
- Administrative justice and social security 40, Credits.
Exit level outcomes
The Exit Level Outcomes
- Define all aspects pertaining to the planning designed and control of organisations dealing with public administration in the field of social security.
Associated assessment criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1
- Define, analyse and differentiate between the various structures and concepts which define the organisations management theories, leadership and control in facilitating the implementation of social security.
Integrated Assessment
The curriculum is coherently aligned in that all teaching, learning and assessment activities are linked to module outcomes and qualification outcomes. Assessment methods are varied and includes summative and formative assessment to enhance applied competence from students and facilitate authentic assessment and learning. Assessment will not only be used to determine whether outcomes were achieved, but also to generate data for grading and provide feedback in order to improve the curriculum. In order for all the assessment purposes to be achieved, Tests, assignments and an examination which reveal evidence of learning based on the criteria of adequacy forms part of assessment methods.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification allows for horizontal and vertical articulation
Horizontal Articulation
- Advance Certificate in Labour Law, Level 6.
Vertical Articulation
- Advance Diploma in Social Security, Level 7.
International comparability
There are similar international qualifications, but individual institutions have unique offerings which may or may not articulate with this qualification entirely. There is undoubtedly synergy in courses with variations ranging from slight to extreme synergy-depending on the institution.
Providers currently listed
This reflects provider names published on the official record. It is useful for qualification discovery, but it should not be treated as a substitute for checking the relevant quality body’s latest provider status.
No provider listing was captured on this qualification record.
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