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2 Day Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (PSSR)
No refresher training available for PSSR or PST as per Marine Notice 24/2018.
Advanced Production Management (next offering starting 2027)
COMPETITIVENESS is the foundation of a profitable and sustainable business. In a globally connected world that trades 24 – 7 – 12 businesses constantly need to review operations to find and exploit opportunities for improving competitiveness. An attitude of ‘we have always done it like this’ is a recipe for disaster in this fast paced and changing world. ‘GOOD’ today is most likely ‘MEDIOCRE’ tomorrow.
Basic Ms Word and Excel
By the end of this course, learners should be able to:
- Understand the fundamental features and functions of MS Word and MS Excel.
- Create, format, and edit documents in MS Word.
- Create, format, and manipulate spreadsheets in MS Excel.
- Perform basic data analysis and calculations using Excel.
-Develop practical skills for day-to-day personal and professional use.
Basic Work Study
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles and concepts of work study.
- Apply time and motion study techniques to analyse work processes.
- Perform accurate work measurement.
- Identify and eliminate bottlenecks and inefficiencies in work processes.
- Improve productivity and optimise resource utilisation.
- Implement basic ergonomic principles for improved workplace design.
- Interpret and present work study data effectively.
Business Communication
The course is designed for prospective full-time students who have not gained access to Faculty of Business National Diploma offerings and those who do not meet specific entry requirements for certain ND offerings.
Business Management/ Entrepreneurship
Owners and managers of small and medium businesses who need to improve their managerial skills.
Those considering starting their own business.
Computed Tomography (CT) Course: Professional Certificate
Health and safety regulations, ethical principles, guidelines and codes of practice. Safety, CT physics, image acquisition, storage and manipulation, Quality assurance, CT Anatomy, CT pathology, Medico-legal aspects
Computer Grading
By the end of this course, learners should be able to:
- Have a good understanding of computer pattern grading techniques,
- Be proficient in using CAD software for grading, - - Will have completed a practical project that demonstrates their skills in pattern grading.
Computer Pattern Making and Grading
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the basics of computer pattern making.
- Create and modify digital patterns.
- Learn to grade patterns for different sizes.
- Generate marker layouts for optimal fabric usage.
- Develop the skills needed to work with Gerber software in a professional setting.
Credit Management 1
Fully qualified and knowledgeable credit controllers and credit manager are in demand by all businesses and can expect to be suitably rewarded. There is recognition by commerce and industry that in-house training of staff on systems and procedures requires to be supplemented continually, because of the dynamic changes in the environment. Existing practices and procedures need to be changed to comply with new demands by the market and new requirements from the legislature.
A qualification achieved through formal study, with wide recognition from prospective employers and based on a combination of theory and practical application, is indispensable for any person wishing to make a career in credit.
Credit Management 2
Fully qualified and knowledgeable credit controllers and credit manager are in demand by all businesses and can expect to be suitably rewarded. There is recognition by commerce and industry that in-house training of staff on systems and procedures requires to be supplemented continually, because of the dynamic changes in the environment. Existing practices and procedures need to be changed to comply with new demands by the market and new requirements from the legislature.A qualification achieved through formal study, with wide recognition from prospective employers and based on a combination of theory and practical application, is indispensable for any person wishing to make a career in credit.
Credit Management 3
Fully qualified and knowledgeable credit controllers and credit manager are in demand by all businesses and can expect to be suitably rewarded. There is recognition by commerce and industry that in-house training of staff on systems and procedures requires to be supplemented continually, because of the dynamic changes in the environment. Existing practices and procedures need to be changed to comply with new demands by the market and new requirements from the legislature.
A qualification achieved through formal study, with wide recognition from prospective employers and based on a combination of theory and practical application, is indispensable for any person wishing to make a career in credit.
Cutting Room Management
By the end of this course, participants will:
- Understand the key processes in a cutting room.
- Implement efficient workflow strategies to improve productivity.
- Manage resources effectively, including machinery and personnel.
- Ensure quality control and minimise wastage.
- Lead and coordinate a cutting room team for optimal results.
- Apply industry best practices for cutting room management.
Cyber Security
Security personnel working within the spheres of information and computer security as well as prospective students that want to embark on a career within the cyber security domain
Diploma of Procurement and Supply: Chartered Institute In Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
People who are working or intend to work in procurement industry and need a qualification to do so or to up skill and move to the next level of their career.
Effective Supervisory Management
Supervisors wishing to improve their skills and anyone with aspirations towards supervision. It is essential for people such as supervisors to understand the basic mechanics of the business they are in, if they are to appreciate and understand the part that their jobs play in the general running of the company. This course is intended to introduce and provide them with basic knowledge on the fundamental aspects of management.
End User Computing (Includ.MS Office)
- Prospective full-time students who have not gained access to Faculty of Business National Diploma offerings.
- Ideal for those with inadequate computer literacy
- Prospective students in excess of capped quotas,
- Prospective students endeavouring to register late and those who do not meet specific entry requirements for certain ND offerings.
Fabric Knowledge (Workshop)
A workshop on fabric knowledge is an excellent opportunity to educate participants about different types of fabrics, their properties, and their practical applications.
Fabric Quality Inspection and Faults Classification
At the end of the course, participants will:
- Understand the importance of fabric quality inspection in the textile industry.
- Learn how to identify and classify common fabric faults.
- Develop proficiency in fabric inspection techniques and equipment.
- Gain the ability to create comprehensive quality inspection reports.
- Apply quality standards and best practices in fabric inspection.
Finance for Non-Finance Managers
The aim of the course is to provide people who are not trained financial specialists yet are required to, or have an interest in, understanding and interpreting corporate financial information, with the necessary skills to do so. It is specially targeted at middle managers or aspiring middle managers from all non-financial spheres of the organization.
This course would also be particularly suited to bookkeepers who wish to take their skills to the next level. Also, general finance department personnel who wish to understand the bigger corporate financial picture and move up the ranks within the finance department would find this course particularly useful.
Finally, entrepreneurs and business owners with little to no financial expertise and who rely on other people to prepare their financial information would be able to utilize the knowledge gained on this course to keep tabs on their financial assistants.
Financial Computing / Basic Bookkeeping Pastel Accounting
- The aims of the course is to provide people who are not trained financial specialists who are
required to, or have an interest in, creating financial accounts in a business environment. - It is specially targeted at small business managers or aspiring middle managers from all
non-financial spheres of the organization. - This course is also particularly suited to current or aspirant bookkeepers who wish to take their skills to the next level, incorporating the support of Pastel Accounting.
- General finance department personnel who wish to move up the ranks within the finance department would also find this course particularly useful.
- Finally, business owners and entrepreneurs with little to no financial expertise, who rely on other
people to prepare their financial information, would be able to utilize the knowledge gained on this course to keep tabs on or train their financial support staff.
Garment Costing
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of garment costing.
- Calculate material costs, including fabric, trims, and accessories.
- Estimate labour costs and productivity.
- Evaluate overhead costs.
- Determine the total cost of a garment.
- Analyse cost breakdowns and make cost-effective decisions.
Garment Specifications (Workshop)
- Understand the importance of garment specifications in the fashion and textile industry.
- Learn how to create accurate and comprehensive garment specifications.
- Gain hands-on experience in developing garment specifications.
- Explore common challenges and best practices in the garment specification process.
- Learn how to use garment specifications to
Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET)
All personnel flying over water to or from an oil rig or ship.
Hospitality Management Block Release Course
The block release results, and certificates of the Cape Town hotel School, Cape Peninsula University of Technology will be posted to the employer, and are only given to trainees if they registered for the courses private.
Human Resource Management
- Participants should be able to:
- Understand the field of HRM and the role it plays in meeting changing organisations’ needs.
- Understand how effective management can contribute to organisational growth.
- Have insight into critical human resources areas affecting organisations in SA today, e.g.affirmative action legislation.
- Understand how individual differences impact on behaviour in the workplace and
- Have a broad understanding of legislation governing the South African workplace.
ICT Academy Advanced COMNET
The ICT Academy - Cisco Networking Academy - at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) offers CCNP Enterprise, CCNA Cyber Security Operations and CCNP Collaboration in this Advanced level course.
We help you build the skills you need to get hired, succeed in an IT career as advanced level engineer.
Our high standard of training delivered for over 15 years is highly respected in the IT industry. Our graduates achieve competitive advantage and hold leading positions in companies and organizations such as PRASA, SITA, Amazon, Dimension Data, BCX, Gijima AST, Bytes, Telkom, Vodacom, MTN, Woolworths and many others
Career information: https://www.netacad.com/careers/
Certifications: https://www.netacad.com/careers/certifications/
ICT Academy Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
The Cisco Academy is an IT skills and career-building development program for those wishing to start a career as a entry-level network engineer or gain promotion in their IT jobs. Career pathways include: network technician, network administrator, designer, engineer
http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/certifications/associate/ccna/index.html
http://www.cput.ac.za/academic/shortcourses/centres/ict
ICT Academy Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise)
ICT Academy Communication Networks
The ICT Academy - Cisco Networking Academy at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) in Cape Town South Africa offers CCNA, CCNP, CCNA Security, CyberSecurity, Internet of things, CompTIA Linux+ LPI, IT Essentials CompTIA A+
and Huawei ICT Associate, and practical training and tuition via full time and part time courses.University appointed Cisco Academy certified instructors prepare you for Cisco certification. They help you build the skills you need to get hired, succeed in an IT career and find jobs in roles such as Network Technician, Computer Network Engineer, Network Administrator or IT Consultant.
Our high standard of training delivered for over 15 years is highly respected in the IT industry. Our qualifying graduates achieve competitive advantage to fill vacancies at companies and institutions such as City of Cape Town, PRASA, SITA, Amazon, Dimension Data, BCX, Gijima AST, Bytes, Telkom, Vodacom, MTN, Woolworths and many others
Career information: https://www.netacad.com/careers/Certifications: https://www.netacad.com/careers/certifications/
https://www.netacad.com/courses/security/cybersecurity-essentials
https://www.netacad.com/courses/linux-essentials/
https://www.netacad.com/courses/
ICT Academy Communication Networks 2
The ICT Academy - Cisco Networking Academy at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) in Cape Town South Africa offers CCNA, CCNP, CCNA Security, CyberSecurity, Internet of things, CompTIA Linux+ LPI, IT Essentials CompTIA A+
and Huawei ICT Associate, and practical training and tuition via full time and part time courses.University appointed Cisco Academy certified instructors prepare you for Cisco certification. They help you build the skills you need to get hired, succeed in an IT career and find jobs in roles such as Network Technician, Computer Network Engineer, Network Administrator or IT Consultant.
Our high standard of training delivered for over 15 years is highly respected in the IT industry. Our qualifying graduates achieve competitive advantage to fill vacancies at companies and institutions such as City of Cape Town, PRASA, SITA, Amazon, Dimension Data, BCX, Gijima AST, Bytes, Telkom, Vodacom, MTN, Woolworths and many others
Career information: https://www.netacad.com/careers/Certifications: https://www.netacad.com/careers/certifications/
https://www.netacad.com/courses/security/cybersecurity-essentials
https://www.netacad.com/courses/linux-essentials/
https://www.netacad.com/courses/
Intermediate Work Study
This course aims:
- To deepen participants' understanding of work study principles and techniques.
- To equip participants with advanced tools and methodologies for analysing and improving work processes.
- To develop participants' skills in optimising work efficiency and resource utilisation.
- To provide practical hands-on experience through case studies and exercises.
Introduction to Garment Technology
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of pattern making and garment construction.
- Learn how to create basic patterns for various garments.
- Develop the skills to cut fabric accurately and assemble garments.
- Gain an appreciation for fashion design and clothing construction.
- Create finished garments.
Introduction to Journalism
- Differentiate between different media
- Recognise the media landscape
- Identify aspects of mass media
- Understand the basic concept and practice of journalism
- Identify categories of news
- Recognise the skills needed in newsgathering
- Learn to develop basic writing skills
- Source ideas productively
Introduction to Public Relations Management
• Understanding of brand identification and corporate image
• Preparing a PR Programme and Plans to communicate or achieve specific objectives
• Understanding the nature of Public Relations and the Public Relations Profession
• Historical perspectives
• Ethics, personal and organisational responsibility and accountability
• Objectivity and the importance of research in Public Relations
• Apply models and theoretical underpinnings of the public relations discipline
• Understanding of stakeholder engagement and the importance of segmentation
• Apply basic Public Relations activities and techniques
• Understanding the importance of internal and external communication tools
Investigative Journalism
- Differentiate between different media
- Recognise the media landscape
- Identify aspects of mass media
- Understand the basic concept and practice of journalism
- Identify categories of news
- Recognise the skills needed in newsgathering
- Learn to develop basic writing skills
- Source ideas productively
IPC (Infection Prevention & Control) Training
A rigorous, evidence-based programme preparing nurses and healthcare professionals to lead infection prevention efforts, safeguard patients, and build safer healthcare environments across all clinical settings.
Course Objectives:
1. Explain basic principles of microbiology and pathogen transmission in healthcare
2. Recognise the importance of IPC in preventing HAIs and improving patient safety
3. Demonstrate correct use of PPE and hand hygiene techniques
4. Apply appropriate precautions for contact, droplet, and airborne transmission
5. Develop protocols for cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of care areas and equipment
6. Safely handle and dispose of medical waste to prevent environmental contamination
7. Implement strategies to prevent SSI, CAUTI, and VAP
8. Apply best practices for IPC in operating rooms and intensive care units
9. Establish and maintain effective infection surveillance systems
10. Lead and participate in outbreak investigations and control measures
11. Understand the nurse's role in antimicrobial stewardship programmes
12. Apply strategies to reduce antibiotic resistance and promote responsible antibiotic use
13. Educate patients, families, and staff on IPC practices
14. Assess and enhance IPC knowledge and skills of peers through ongoing training
15. Analyse case studies to develop evidence-based IPC solutions
16. Demonstrate IPC proficiency through assessments and practical demonstrations
ISO 19011:2018-Guidelines for auditing Management Systems
On successful completion of this course, the delegates will:
Have knowledge of auditing techniques to asses any quality system
Have knowledge to apply effective auditing principles and skills
Be able to objectively analyze audit results and identify and implement corrective and preventative measures
ISO 22000:2018
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will:
- Understand the requirements of ISO 22000:2018.
- Communicate any changes in FSMS specific requirements arising because of transitioning from ISO 22000:2005 to ISO 22000:2018.
- Understand the PDCA Approach.
- Comprehend the context of food organizations.
- Appreciate Leadership roles.
- Grasp the concept of planning including Management of Risk and Opportunities.
- Appreciate the Support Functions and resources in the food sector.
- Understand Operational Controls within their organisation.
- Realize the importance Performance Evaluation.
- Value Improvement continually.
ISO 9001:2015 (Online) 2027
On successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Understand the need for a Quality Management System in a service and manufacturing company.
Be able to identify and analyze risks.
Understand the purpose of each of the Quality Management System elements.
Be able to compile procedures and work instructions.
Be able to recognize measuring techniques to analyze the Quality Management System.
Labour Relations
Persons who successfully complete this course will be able to:
• Use their practical and academic knowledge of South African labour law in order to understand the role that legislation plays in the workplace.
• Prevent or deal with legal/labour relations’ problems that arise as a result of inappropriate/illegal employment conditions.
Legal Knowledge
This course aims to develop an understanding of the principles of general marine engineering, with an awareness of all safety problems associated with the subject. This course further aims to meet the mandatory minimum requirements for knowledge, understanding and proficiency for Marine Engineering Officers according to SAMSA standards of training
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Radiographers *Note: The course is registered with the HPCSA as an additional qualification.
Mammography
Course Aims:
- Develop Clinical Competency: Train Mammographers capable of working independently in both public and private healthcare settings.
- Enhance Diagnostic Accuracy: Equip radiographers with expertise to maintain superior image quality, reducing false-negative and false-positive results.
- Specialised Skills and Professionalism: Provide advanced clinical skills to ensure graduates operate at the highest professional standards.
- Promote Independent Learning: Encourage the acquisition and application of knowledge and theory in real-world clinical practice.
- Critical Thinking in Complex Situations: Develop the ability to analyse and apply knowledge in novel, challenging, or complex clinical scenarios.
- Collaborative Practice: Enable proficient collaboration with all levels of healthcare professionals.
- Regulatory Awareness: Ensure awareness and implementation of both current and emerging regulations.
- Foster Lifelong Learning: Inspire radiographers to continue professional development and contribute meaningfully to the Mammography specialisation.
- Patient-Centered Care: Develop empathetic Mammographers skilled in guiding patients through diagnostic processes.
- Effective Communication: Enhance communication and interpersonal skills for both patient interactions and professional collaboration.
- Management Proficiency: Cultivate management capabilities for handling human, physical, and financial resources.
- Leadership in Mammography: Prepare leaders to establish and maintain facilities meeting international standards and build strong professional networks.
- Quality Control Excellence: Ensure uncompromising adherence to quality control standards in Mammography.
This course is designed to nurture a new generation of professionals who uphold clinical excellence, empathetic patient care, and robust quality assurance practices in Mammography
Management 1
Target Audience
Managers with one to three years of experience. Those aspiring to, or recently appointed to, supervisory or junior management positions.Entrepreneurs. Non-profit organizations, unions, youth and community leaders.
Management Development Programme (MDP)
Current practicing managers and supervisors/ team leaders who lack formal managerial qualifications
Manual Pattern Grading
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
- Understand the basics of computer pattern making.
- Create and modify digital patterns.
- Learn to grade patterns for different sizes.
- Generate marker layouts for optimal fabric usage.
- Develop the skills needed to work with Gerber software in a professional setting.
Marine Engineering Knowledge (Electricity) Management Level
This course aims to develop an understanding of the principles of general marine engineering, with an awareness of all safety problems associated with the subject. This course further aims to meet the mandatory minimum requirements for knowledge, understanding and proficiency for Marine Engineering Officers according to SAMSA standards of training
Marine Engineering Knowledge (General) Management
This course aims to develop an understanding of the principles of general marine engineering, with an awareness of all safety problems associated with the subject. This course further aims to meet the mandatory minimum requirements for knowledge, understanding and proficiency for Marine Engineering Officers according to SAMSA standards of training
Marine Engineering Knowledge (Motor) Management Level
This course aims to develop an understanding of the principles of general marine engineering, with an awareness of all safety problems associated with the subject. This course further aims to meet the mandatory minimum requirements for knowledge, understanding and proficiency for Marine Engineering Officers according to SAMSA standards of training
Marine Engineering Knowledge (Steam) Management Level
This course aims to develop an understanding of the principles of general marine engineering, with an awareness of all safety problems associated with the subject. This course further aims to meet the mandatory minimum requirements for knowledge, understanding and proficiency for Marine Engineering Officers according to SAMSA standards of training
Marketing Management
Target Audience
- Employees who want to move into a marketing direction.
- Members of any organisation who want to understand how marketing can benefit their
organisation and how to apply sound marketing principles. - Entrepreneurs and aspirant entrepreneurs.
Media Law and Ethics
- Differentiate between different media
- Recognise the media landscape
- Identify aspects of mass media
- Understand the basic concept and practice of journalism
- Identify categories of news
- Recognise the skills needed in newsgathering
- Learn to develop basic writing skills
- Source ideas productively
Medical First Aid (including Elementary First Aid)
The course is open to all persons who intend serving onboard a seagoing ship who are designated to provide medical first aid onboard a ship.
National Certificate: Generic Management
A person acquiring this qualification will be able to manage first line managers in an organisational entity. First line managers may include team leaders, supervisors, junior managers, section heads and foremen. The focus of this qualification is to enable learners to develop competence in a range of knowledge, skills, attitudes and values including: Initiating, developing, implementing and evaluating operational strategies, projects and action plans, and where appropriate, recommending change within teams and/or the unit so as to improve the effectiveness of the unit. Monitoring and measuring performance and applying continuous or innovative improvement interventions in the unit in order to attain its desired outcomes, including customer satisfaction, and thereby contributing towards the achievement of the objectives and vision of the entity.
Naval Architecture Management Level (Deck)
This course is specifically designed to empower deck officers with a robust theoretical foundation in ship stability and its practical application, directly addressing the critical skills required for safe and efficient vessel operation.
Naval Architecture Management Level (Engine)
This course aims to develop an understanding of the principles of general marine engineering, with an awareness of all safety problems associated with the subject. This course further aims to meet the mandatory minimum requirements for knowledge, understanding and proficiency for Marine Engineering Officers according to SAMSA standards of training
Navigation Management Level
This course is specifically designed to empower deck officers with a robust theoretical foundation in ship stability and its practical application, directly addressing the critical skills required for safe and efficient vessel operation.
NIMART (Nurse Initiated Mgmt of Art) Training Programme
A practical, skills-focused programme empowering Registered Nurses to independently initiate and manage antiretroviral therapy — bringing quality HIV care closer to patients in South African primary healthcare settings.
Course Objectives :
Understand the historical context of HIV/AIDS
Comprehend basic HIV knowledge
Master Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) fundamentals
Embrace the nurse's expanded role in NIMART
Develop comprehensive patient assessment skills
Initiate and monitor ART effectively
Promote adherence and manage side effects
Address opportunistic infections
Interpret viral load and CD4 monitoring
Provide psychosocial support to patients
Apply knowledge through practical scenarios
Foster ethical and culturally competent practices
Engage in continuous professional development
Promote holistic, patient-centred care
Occupational Certificate: Career Development Information Officer
Target Audience
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Career Development Information Officer.
A Career Development Information Officer provides individuals and groups with information about career choices and how to access their career paths that will empower them to make informed career related decisions.
A qualified learner will be able to:
• Provide career development information to individual clients so as to empower them to make informed career development decisions.
• Provide career development information to groups so as to empower group members to make informed career development decisions.
• Maintain administrative and networking functions to ensure efficient and effective career development information services.
Occupational Certificate: Community Development Practitioner
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Community Development Practitioner. A Community Development Practitioner acts as a change agent to add value to community development practice by exploring and coordinating networks and partnerships. Conducts community-based research to inform interventions, aligned to relevant legal and regulatory frameworks. Plans, designs and manages community interventions through the application of
appropriate leadership and management styles; all of which are done to promote ethical and professional community development practice.
Occupational Certificate: Community Development Worker
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Community Development Worker. A Community Development Worker collects and provides relevant information from and to communities and builds social cohesion within the community, in order to support the development and implementation of community development initiatives and processes.
Occupational Certificate: Learning and Development Practitioner
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Learning and Development Practitioner.
A Learning and Development Practitioner plans, writes learning objectives, selects and adapts learning resources required for the delivery of learning interventions, and facilitates learning in an occupational context. A qualified learner will be able to:
Co-ordinate learning within an occupational context.
Establish and refine learning and development needs within occupational contexts.
Conceptualise, plan and implement occupationally relevant learning and development interventions.
Facilitate learning in a variety of occupational contexts.
Evaluate the impact of learning and development interventions within an occupational context.
Rationale: The development of the national skills base within South Africa, as supported by legislation, national policies and strategies is an undisputed priority. Equitable human development that supports an inclusive economic growth path, addresses recognised skills shortages and a reduction in high levels of unemployment, will only be achieved through an educated, skilled and capable South African workforce. This qualification is an essential building block in realising these national priorities.
Occupational Certificate: Occupational Trainer
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to: Plan, prepare for, coordinate, implement and evaluate learning programmes to achieve occupational trainee competence. A qualified learner will be able to:
Establish the profile, special needs and barriers to learning of learners within the specified requirements of the training programme.
Prepare, adapt and align learning materials and resources for a training intervention in the workplace.
Deliver training, evaluate and report on a learning intervention in the workplace.
Gather evidence and make assessment decisions using given assessment tools.
Occupational Certificate: Office Administrator – Public Service Administrator
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare and equip Public Administrators with key skills and knowledge needed to effectively operate in the public sector. It is designed to prepare these learners on how to manage, organise, and analyse the effects of government policies, and to use business and statistical tools to solve public sector challenges in an ethical manner. Learners will develop skills in budgeting and conducting research.
The Occupational Certificate is aimed at enhancing the various key functional elements of the work of a Public Service Administrator
Occupational Certificate: Project Manager
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Project Manager. A Project Manager applies knowledge of project management to achieve project objectives in a specific field of application. A qualified learner will be able to: Initiate a project to address specific project objectives.• Plan and prepare the delivery of a project.
• Execute and control the delivery of a project management plan.
• Manage the project close out process.
Occupational Certificate: Supply Chain Practitioner
Target Audience
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Supply Chain Practitioner who can plan, organise, execute, control and coordinate the activities and inter-relationships across the supply chain environment.A qualified learner will be able to:
* Provide environmental scanning assistance for effective supply chain operations.
* Implement supply chain operational activities within an organisation.
* Implement and assess supply chain workflow processes for continuous improvement.
* Perform inventory and logistics operational activities within an organisation.The function of supply chain is to ensure smooth and contractually sound transactions between and amongst businesses, government to business and business to individuals. The function is integral for the success of every industry in South Africa and therefore contributes to the social stability, efficiency and the growth of the South African economy as a whole.It is estimated that logistics, which is an element of Supply Chain Management and the Supply Chain Practitioners' function, constitutes at least 14% of the costs of goods in South Africa and this is at least 50% above the international norm. A large proportion of this overspend is attributed to inefficiencies and of lack competence in Supply Chain Management. In order to become world competitive, South Africa needs to deliver its goods on time, at the right place and at an acceptable cost. Thus the supply chain personnel need to maintain and improve their levels of competences and skills.This qualification serves to equip the qualifying learner with the fundamental skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to support the provision of world class services and, improve client and customer service in the logistics and supply chain management. A variety of occupations from government and business, especially the distribution and logistics sectors will benefit from this qualification, some include: Stevedore operators, Ships' Agents and Forwarding and Clearing Agents
Occupational Certificate: Valuer (Municipal Property Assessor)
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Municipal Property Assessor. A Municipal Property Assessor (MPA) provides a number of services and support services within a municipality. They coordinate the implementation of the Municipal Property Rates Act (MPRA) in order to ensure compliance, collect data on properties determine the market value of a single residential property and maintain the integrity of data within a municipality, in so far as rating interface related ma-ters are concerned.
Offshore Lifeboat Coxswain - Totally Enclosed Motor Propelled Survival Craft (TEMPSC)
This course provides foundational offshore safety and emergency response training for individuals entering the local offshore oil and gas industry for the first time, as well as those returning after a period away.
Offshore Survival (including HUET, Fire Fighting & First Aid)
This course provides foundational offshore safety and emergency response training for individuals entering the local offshore oil and gas industry for the first time, as well as those returning after a period away.
Offshore Survival Refresher (including HUET, Fire Fighting & First Aid)
Candidates who have attended a Local Offshore Survival course and wish to maintain their current certification for working in the offshore oil and gas industry.
Please note: This programme does not carry OPITO or STCW accreditation.
Pattern Development 1
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced patternmaking skills.
- Apply complex pattern manipulation techniques.
- Construct custom-fit garments using advanced sewing methods.
- Interpret and create patterns for a variety of clothing styles.
- Develop the ability to design and create original garments.
- Understand the principles of fit, draping, and garment balance.
Pattern Development 2
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced patternmaking skills.
- Apply complex pattern manipulation techniques.
- Construct custom-fit garments using advanced sewing methods.
- Interpret and create patterns for a variety of clothing styles.
- Develop the ability to design and create original garments.
- Understand the principles of fit, draping, and garment balance.
Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
No refresher training available for PSSR or PST as per Marine Notice 24/2018.
Point of Care Testing (POCT)
Target Audience
- Nurses / Nursing assistants
- Emergency Unit / ER / ICU staff
- Primary Healthcare Clinic Staff / Community Healthcare Workers
- Laboratory staff / POCT users, Co-Ordinators and Managers
- Phlebotomists
- Hospital Physicians / General Practitioners and staff
- EMTs, Paramedics, Ambulance staff
- Pharmacy & Pharmacy Clinic Staff
- Wellness and Health Clinics
Production Management
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of production management.
- Apply production planning and scheduling techniques.
- Implement quality control and improvement strategies.
- Optimise resource utilisation in production.
- Manage supply chains and logistics effectively.
- Develop strategies for continuous improvement.
Production Management for Industry
Target Audience
Individuals working in production management who want to update their skill set to improve productivity and operations at their place of work will benefit from this course. This group includes manufacturing specialists, production managers, technical managers, engineers, technicians, supervisors, foremen, team leaders and line workers.
This course will also substantially benefit people who work in alternative fields such as Purchasing, Finance, Sales and Marketing, Quality Control, Warehousing, and Logistics.
Professional Development for PA's and Secretaries
On completion of this short course, the individual will be able to:
- Interpret, understand and apply Labour Law applicable to their work environment.
- Understand and apply the law when drafting or interpreting contracts.
- Assess their human relations skills and apply techniques to improve these skills.
- Communicate effectively to obtain desirable results.
- Understand how conflict occurs and how to resolve conflict on different levels.
- Work effectively in teams and accept different forms of leadership styles.
- Organise and use time effectively so that productivity improves.
- Identify personal stress levels and apply techniques to relieve stress.
Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply: Chartered Institute In Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
The learning outcome within a unit sets out what a learner is expected to know, understand, or be able to do as a result of a process of learning.
Project Management 1
Target Audience
• New project managers or persons who wish to make a career of managing projects.
• Persons concerned with change management and the management of projects in the private or public sectors.
• Project leaders and managers who wish to formalise or improve their project management skills and qualifications.
Quality Assurance Techniques (Online) 2027
On successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Design sampling plans
Direct process control
Understand the methods and requirements of inspection
Evaluate quality costs
Understand the organizational quality responsibilities
Analyse management and operator controllable defects.
Quality Awareness for Supervisors and Operators
At the end of the course, participants will:
- Understand the importance of quality in clothing manufacturing.
- Learn quality control techniques and best practices.
- Improve communication and collaboration between supervisors and operators.
- Identify and resolve common quality issues in clothing production.
Quality Control in Clothing
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the importance of quality control in clothing manufacturing.
- Identify and rectify common defects in clothing production.
- Implement effective quality control processes throughout the manufacturing cycle.
- Utilise appropriate tools and techniques for quality assessment.
Quality Control Techniques (Online) 2027
On successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
Understand the Quality System and the need for a Quality System, Do a Sampling, Inspection
Layout a QC Department,
Do quality control,
Understand the Quality, Wheel concept,
Do risk identification.
Offered by: Engineering Department
SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)
This course uses a case study that explains an integrated enterprise asset management process in detail and thus tosters a thorough understanding of each process step and underlying SAP functionality.
SAP ERP Foundation: Procurement
Today's companies face many pressures and influences. Globalized markets create complex supply chains from procurement to production, service, and sales - and greater cultural diversity. With more focus on risk, government regulations continue to change. But there are also new opportunities, especially for businesses willing to leverage evolving technology. When built on a solid foundation, such technology can provide a competitive advantage.
SAP Financial Accounting & Controlling (FICO)
This course uses a case study that explains an integrated financial accounting and controlling process in detail and thus fosters a thorough understanding of each process step and underlying SAP functionality.
SAP Human Capital Management (HCM)
This course uses two case studies to explain both the Human Capital Management process using organizational management and personnel administration.
SAP Production Planning & Execution (PP)
This course uses a case study that explains an integrated production planning and execution process in detail and thus fosters a thorough understanding of each process step and underlying SAP functionality.
SAP Project Management (PS)
This course uses a case study to explain the project management process in detail and thus fosters a thorough understanding of each process step and underlying SAP functionality.
SAP S/4 HANA Business Integrated Enterprise End-2-End-IEE2E
The globally recognized TS4 10 certificate is a great asset to your CV and it will help to increase your career opportunities.
SAP Sales & Distribution (SD)
This course uses a case study that explains an integrated sales and distribution process in detail and thus fosters a thorough understanding of each process step and underlying SAP functionality.
Size and Fit (Workshop)
- To understand the importance of proper sizing and fit in fashion.
- To learn how to measure and assess body sizes accurately.
- To explore various techniques for achieving the right fit in clothing.
Smart Skills for Supervisors
This comprehensive course will provide supervisors with:
Supervisors will be better equipped to lead teams, communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, manage performance and drive success in their organisations.
Stores Management
The course covers all aspects relating to the basic functions needed to manage a warehouse which is contained in five study modules.To equip candidates to gain a qualification to manage a warehouse or distribution centre.
Supply Chain Management Module 1 & 2
There is a worldwide need for supply chain management (SCM) practitioners because as organizations become larger and more complex; they need their primary and support activities to be incorporated in such a way that the varying wants of stakeholders may be appeased. In essence, an effective supply chain manager is a specialist in logistics, quality assurance and a generalist in management and particularly general management.
Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats - Refresher
Candidates wishing to attend this refresher training must be in possession of a STCW ' 78, as amended, CISC certificate. (Candidate must satisfy sea time requirement or equivalent when applying for their COP at the relevant authority).
Must be 18 years or older and medically fit.
Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats (CISC/PISC)
Written or oral examination and practical exam completed on the last day.
Textile Testing
By the end of the course, learners will:
- Have a deeper understanding of textiles and fabrics, their production processes, and their applications in various industries, particularly in the world of fashion.
- Be better equipped to make informed choices about fabric selection and textile care.
Textiles and Fabrics
By the end of the course, learners will:
- Have a deeper understanding of textiles and fabrics, their production processes, and their applications in various industries, particularly in the world of fashion.
- Be better equipped to make informed choices about fabric selection and textile care.
The Production Development Process (Workshop)
- To provide an in-depth understanding of the clothing manufacturing process.
- To guide participants through the entire product development cycle.
- To equip participants with the knowledge and tools to create and launch clothing products successfully.
Vascular Ultrasound Refresher Course
The course promotes Continued Professional Development (CPD) and Lifelong Learning (LLL) for sonographers and other healthcare professionals who have an accredited qualification to practice diagnostic ultrasound.
Ventilator Techniques Programme
A comprehensive, hands-on programme equipping Registered Nurses with the knowledge, clinical skills, and confidence to manage mechanical ventilation safely and effectively in modern healthcare settings.
Course Objectives
1. Understand respiratory physiology and mechanics
2. Identify indications for mechanical ventilation
3. Differentiate between ventilator modes and settings
4. Monitor and assess ventilated patients
5. Troubleshoot ventilator alarms and issues
6. Recognise and prevent ventilator-associated complications
7. Manage mechanical ventilation in special populations
8. Facilitate weaning and extubation
9. Utilise non-invasive ventilation techniques
10. Apply ethical and legal principles in ventilator management
11. Demonstrate competence through simulation and hands-on training
12. Stay informed on future trends and innovations in ventilation
CERPIA
Graduate Centre for Management (GCM)
Information & Communication Technology (ICT) Academy
South African Renewable Energy Technology Centre
Survival Centre
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Hotel
Information and Communication Technology
Language and Communication
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Management Development Programme
Maritime and Survival
Media
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