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

National Certificate: General Security Practices 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
58577  National Certificate: General Security Practices 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Security 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
SAS SETA - Safety and Security SETA  OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
National Certificate  Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security  Safety in Society 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  124  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Regular-Unit Stds Based 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 
SAQA 9999/99  2018-07-01  2023-06-30 
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 qualification replaces: 
Qual ID Qualification Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Min Credits Replacement Status
22490  National Certificate: General Security Practices  Level 3  NQF Level 03  124  Complete 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:

This qualification is an entry-level qualification and recognises the key competencies required of security personnel who are able to work in a variety of security contexts. This qualification will be for individuals who want to enter the security industry and develop competencies in standard security practices such as access and egress control, security response and patrols, asset protection and visible security operations.

Learners will operate mainly in the security sector, within a range of contexts, including rural, urban, corporate, mass, gatherings, homes and businesses. It will provide the learner with the competencies needed to undertake a range of security related processes and practices at an entry level. This qualification will entail that persons involved in the security environment will be able to practice the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to operate in a professional manner. The qualification will also enhance their career opportunities within the security environment.

The learner will be able to:
  • Safeguard premises, assets, information and personnel.
  • Interact with customers and people.
  • Operate security equipment.
  • Conduct security duties within the ambit of the law.

    Rationale:

    This qualification falls within the field of safety in society. To have an entry level qualification in the area of security is vital to deter and detect criminal activities that in turn supports government initiatives in this regard. The competencies in this qualification will contribute to a safer environment that is needed for economic development, financial investment and the development of business opportunities such as in the tourism industry.

    Learners entering the field of security will be empowered by this qualification as it provides the elementary competencies needed in the security sector such as access and egress control, conducting patrols and observation techniques. This qualification is the first in a learning pathway for the security sector. After completion of this qualification, learners will be able to enter various security disciplines such as electronic security or close protection security.

    Once learners are have completed this qualification, they will be able to access higher qualifications within the learning pathway, and will be able to choose from specialised fields such as dog handling, assets in transit operations, firearm specialisations, etc. 

  • LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Communication, NQF Level 2.
  • Mathematical Literacy, NQF Level 2.

    Recognition of Prior Learning:

    The structure of this qualification makes the recognition of prior learning possible through the assessment of individual unit standards. This qualification may therefore be achieved in part or completely through the recognition of prior learning, which includes formal, informal and non-formal learning and work experience. Care should be taken that the mechanism used provides the learner with an opportunity to demonstrate competence and is not so onerous as to prevent learners from taking up the RPL option towards gaining a qualification.

    If the learner is able to demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes implicit in this qualification the appropriate credits should be assigned to the learner. Recognition of prior learning will be done by means of integrated assessment as mentioned above.

    Access to the Qualification:

    Access is open to all learners bearing in mind the learning assumed to be in place. 

  • RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    The qualification is made up of a combination of learning outcomes from Fundamental, Core and Elective components, totalling 124 minimum credits.
  • Fundamental: 36 Credits.
  • Core: 63 Credits.
  • Elective: 25 Credits.

    Total: 124 Credits.

    Fundamental component:
  • All unit standards to the value of 36 credits are compulsory.

    Core component:
  • All unit standards to the value of 63 credits are compulsory.

    Elective component:
  • A learner must achieve a minimum of 25 credits of their choice from any of the available elective unit standards which would advance their chosen career path. Learners choosing an area of specialisation must complete all unit standards listed within that area of specialisation.

    Dog Handling Specialisation:
  • ID 243188: Care for a service dog.
  • ID 243192: Handle a trained service dog for protection.

    Firearms Specialisation Handgun:
  • ID 117705: Demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act 2000 (Act No. 60 of 2000) applicable to possessing a firearm, NQF Level 3, 3 Credits.
  • ID 119649: Handle and use a handgun, NQF Level 3, 2 Credits.
  • ID 123515: Handle and use a handgun for business purposes, NQF Level 4, 3 Credits.

    Firearms Specialisation Shotgun:
  • ID 117705: Demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act 2000 (Act No. 60 of 2000) applicable to possessing a firearm, NQF Level 3, 3 Credits.
  • ID 119652: Handle and use a shot gun, NQF Level 3, 2 Credits.
  • ID 123514: Handle and use a shotgun for business purposes, NQF Level 4, 3 Credits.

    Firearms Specialisation self loading rifle or carbine.
  • ID 117705: Demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act 2000 (Act No. 60 of 2000) applicable to possessing a firearm, NQF Level 3, 3 Credits.
  • ID 119650: Handle and use a self loading rifle or carbine, NQF Level 3, 2 Credits.
  • ID 123511: Handle and use a self loading rifle or carbine for business, NQF Level 4, 3 Credits.

    Firearms Specialisation manual operating rifle or carbine:
  • ID 117705: Demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act 2000 (Act No. 60 of 2000) applicable to possessing a firearm, NQF Level 3, 3 Credits.
  • ID 119651: Handle and use a manual operating rifle or carbine, NQF Level 3, 2 Credits.
  • ID 123519: Handle and use a manual operating rifle or carbine for business purposes, NQF Level 4, 3 Credits.

    General Specialisation:
  • ID 113924: Apply basic business ethics in a work environment, Level 2, 2 Credits.
  • ID 13936: Outline the legal environment of a selected industry, Level 3, 2 Credits.
  • ID 11508: Write security reports and take statements, Level 4, 10 Credits.
  • ID 123510: Apply tactical knowledge in the use of firearms, Level 4, 5 Credits.
  • ID 123512: Demonstrate tactical proficiency with a shotgun, Level 4, 5 Credits.
  • ID 123513: Demonstrate tactical proficiency with a handgun, Level 4, 5 Credits.
  • ID 123518: Demonstrate tactical proficiency with a self-loading rifle or carbine, Level 4, 5 Credits.
  • ID 244578: Describe how to manage reactions arising from a traumatic event, Level 3, 2 Credits.

    The elective unit standard category is open-ended to allow the learner to choose the 25 credits associated to the elective unit standards from any discipline that would add value to the purpose of the qualification or the learner's own development on a learning pathway. 

  • EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    On achieving this qualification, the learner will be able to:

    1. Safeguard premises, assets, information and personnel.

    2. Interact with customers and people.

    3. Operate security equipment.

    4. Conduct security applications within the ambit of the law. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Types of patrols are demonstrated in order to ensure asset protection.
  • Escorting duties are performed in order to safeguard assets, people and property.
  • Observing and monitoring techniques are applied within own area of responsibility.

    Associated Assessment criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • Customer service principles are applied in order to build relationships.
  • Security duties are performed in line with customer requirements.
  • Conflict handling skills are applied maintain positive customer relations.
    > Range: Duties refer to but are not limited to monitoring, patrolling and inspecting.



    Associated Assessment criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • Security equipment is selected and matched with operational requirements.
  • Security equipment is used according to their operating principles.
    > Range: used also includes carry methods.
  • The working condition of security equipment is inspected for use.

    Associated Assessment criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
  • Principles of giving evidence in a court of law are applied according to current legal prescripts.
  • The current legal framework pertaining to the security industry is outlined in terms of its importance for a security officer.
  • Legal prescripts are adhered to when dealing with security matters.

    Integrated Assessment:

    Assessment should be carried out at regular intervals as well as at the end of the periods of study and should be offered in an integrated way. It is envisaged that learners will work at more than one unit standard at a time.

    The achievement of applied competence of this qualification will be demonstrated if the learner is able to apply operational knowledge and skills to operate within a given security environment.

    Evidence is required that the learner is able to achieve the purpose of the qualification as a whole at the time of the award of the qualification. Integration of skills will be demonstrated through the achievement of the core unit standards.

    Assessors should note that evidence if integration could well be presented by learners when being assessed against the individual unit standards. Thus, there should not necessarily be separate assessments for each unit standard and then further assessment for integration. Well designed assessments should make it possible to gain evidence against each unit standard while at the same time gaining evidence of integration.

    There are a number of core unit standards that through assessment will address competencies required in the fundamental unit standards. Evidence for these fundamental unit standards can therefore be obtained while the learner is providing evidence for core unit standards. This may also apply to the elective unit standards. 

  • INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    The security profession is an area with globally recognised best practices and standards The current leaders in the security industry are the United Kingdom and the United States of America.

    These two countries are regarded as the world leaders in different areas of security:
  • The United States of America is regarded as the leader in air, land and rail port security.
  • The United Kingdom is regarded as the leader in property security as well as office and business security.

    The following qualifications, courses, modules and standards were used as part of the international comparability exercise:

    United States of America-National Security Training Academy:
  • Certificate I in Security Operations:
    > Follow workplace safety procedures.
    > Apply basic communications skills.
    > Prepare for work in the security industry.

    This certificate differs from this qualification as it does not deal with any real security issues but is only an introduction to the security environment. The communication module does however fit in with the communication fundamentals found in this qualification.

    United States-National Security Training Academy:
  • Certificate II in Security Operations:
    > Communicate effectively in the security industry.
    > Maintain workplace safety.
    > Work effectively in the security industry.
    > Work as part of time.
    > Provide security service to customers.
    > Provide first aid.
    > Respond to security risk situation.
    > Control access to and from premises.
    > Monitor and control individual and crowd behaviour.
    > Operate basic security equipment.
    > Patrol premises.
    > Protect self and others using basic defensive tactics.

    There are only two areas, namely crowd behaviour and defensive tactics in the National Certificate: general Security Practices which are not addressed in the United States qualification. The South African Police Service Act controls crowd management in South Africa. This Act specifies that only law enforcement agencies (such as the South African Police Service) may perform crowd control, hence the exclusion of private security. For this reason crowd control has not been in included in the National Certificate: General Security Practices.

    United States of America-National Security Training Academy:
  • NSA 01: Advanced Security Training:
    > Level 111 Security.
    > Mechanics Of Arrest.
    > Tactical Flashlight.
    > Certified Protection Officer.
    > Personal Protection Officer.
    > Healthcare Security.
    > Office/Office Building Security.
    > Bomb Threats/Responding To Emergencies.
    > Terrorism Awareness.
    > CPR First Aid.
    > Cultural Awareness.
    > Airport Security.
    > Armoured Car Security.
    > Bank Security.

    This programme compares well with the FETC Specialist Security Practices qualification that is part of the vertical articulation in the learning pathway designed by private security and follows on from the National Certificate: General Security Practices.

    The conclusion can therefore be made that the USA qualifications do now only compare well in terms of content but in terms of the structured learning pathways to the South African qualifications in the security sector.

    United Kingdom-Skills for Security
  • Basic Job Training (BJT)-Security Guarding:
    > Role and responsibilities.
    > Patrolling.
    > Access control.
    > Searching.
    > Security and emergency systems.
    > Fire awareness.
    > Health and safety.
    > The Law.
    > Equality and diversity.
    > Emergencies.
    > Customer care and social skills.
    > Communication and reporting.

    This course compares well to the National Certificate General Security Practices. The only differences in content are that the National Certificate: General Security Practices does not deal with fire awareness. The reason for this is that fire contained is prescribed by law in South Africa and only certain institutions may demonstrate fire fighting capabilities.


    Benchmarking was only done with countries who have National Qualifications Frameworks in order to assess whether their set security standards contain the same content as the standards set in the National Certificate: General Security Practices.

    New Zealand Qualifications Framework:
  • Unit standards in the Domain 'Security Staff Services': Levels 2 and 3.

    Level 2:
    > ID20596: Demonstrate knowledge required for employment in the security industry.
    > ID21105: Demonstrate introductory knowledge of the security industry.
    > ID21106: Demonstrate knowledge of law relevant to security officers.
    > ID21107: Demonstrate communication skills as a security officer.
    > ID21108: Demonstrate knowledge of professional standards required of a security officer.

    Level 3:
    > ID15277: Demonstrate knowledge of security communications.
    > ID15278: Demonstrate knowledge of security operations.
    > ID15279: Operate a security communications control station.
    > ID15280: Manage telephone communications with individuals in security threat situations.
    > ID20595: Demonstrate knowledge of the threat presented by terrorism.
    > ID21109: Demonstrate knowledge of security staff interaction with the legal system.
    > ID21110: Demonstrate knowledge of and operate electronic equipment as a security officer.
    > ID21737: Manage violence and personal safety as a security officer.
    > ID6519: Demonstrate knowledge of protective security.
    > ID6521: Maintain site security.
    > ID6522: Operate site security systems.
    > ID6523: Respond to emergencies and critical situations as a security officer.
    > ID6525: Maintain event security.
    > ID6526: Maintain retail security.
    > ID6529: Serve legal documents, as a security operator.
    > ID6531: Control electronic safety and security systems in a site control room.
    > ID8616: Solve security problems in a specified workplace.

    These unit standards compare well to those found in the National Certificate: General Security Practices. The main difference between the National Certificate: General Security Practices and the New Zealand standards is that the New Zealand standards also deal with terrorism while the private security industry in South Africa is prohibited by law to deal with terrorism. Terrorism is dealt with by statutory intelligence and law enforcement sectors within South Africa. Hence the fact that the National Certificate: General Security Practices has no competencies outlined dealing with terrorism. The New Zealand standards also differ from the unit standards in the National Certificate: General Security Practices as they are more in terms of quantity while the unit standards in National Certificate: General Security Practices have combined more outcomes into fewer unit standards.


    Australia-International Security Training Academy:
  • Certificate II in Security Operations:
    > Communicate effectively in the security industry.
    > Respond to security risk situation.
    > Screen baggage and people.
    > Patrol premises.
    > Provide lost and found facility.
    > Contribute to investigations.
    > Carry out vehicle checks.
    > Use communication system.
    > Maintain workplace safety.
    > Work as part of a team.
    > Protect persons.
    > Control access to and exit from premises.
    > Monitor and control crowd behaviour.
    > Operate basic security equipment.
    > Work effectively in the security industry.
    > Provide security services to customers.
    > Give evidence in court.
    > Protect valuables in transit.
    > Direct and control traffic.
    > Monitor electronic reporting facility.
    > Undertake loading and unloading.

    The composition of the above-mentioned certificate is similar to the National Certificate: General Security Practices. The elective unit standards are different to those in this certificate programme. These electives also address certain competencies such as directing traffic normally associated in South Africa with law enforcement agencies (nor private security) and will therefore not be found in the National Certificate: General Security Practices.

    A comparison was also done with Canada as it places emphases on security aspects related to public and entertainment events. Comparisons were done with the following:

    Canada (British Columbia)-Kwantlen University College:
  • Public Safety Communications Certificate:
    > Call processing.
    > Radio communications.
    > Human behaviour.
    > Legal and regulatory influences.
    > Emergency planning.
    > Police communications.
    > Fire communications.
    > Emergency medical communications.

    This certificate does not compare well with the National Certificate: General Security Practices as it deals almost exclusively with communication practices for security personnel. Communication competencies are found in the fundamental component of the National Certificate: General Security Practices only.

    Canada (British Columbia)-Securiguard:
  • Basic Security Training I and II:
    > Drug awareness.
    > First aid.
    > Powers of arrest.
    > Bike patrol skills and tactics.
    > Bomb search procedures and tactical communications skills.
    > Crowd management.
    > Report writing skills.
    > Conflict resolution.
    > Ethnic diversity.
    > Workplace harassment.
    > Security Supervisor.
    > Robbery prevention and retail loss prevention.
    > Mobile patrol tactics.
    > Community foot patrol volunteers.
    > Access control.
    > Security host.
    > Traffic control.
    > Dispatcher duties.
    > CCTV monitoring.
    > Property inspections for criminal activities.

    This programme has a number of elements that compare well to the National Certificate: General Security Practices. In the National Certificate: General Security Practices the following core components are reflected which are also covered in this qualification from Canada namely: Access control, patrolling and first aid. There however a few modules that are not addressed in the National Certificate: General Security Practices such as traffic control, crowd management and bomb search procedures which are not dealt with by private security organisations but falls within the domain of law enforcement agencies.

    Based on the above exercise there are a number of certificates, qualifications and programmes that compare well to the National Certificate General Security Practices. There are however two recognisable differences, in this Certificate competencies that are generally covered by law enforcement agencies are not covered. The South African qualification also has s and we have a strong focus on "actual responsibilities" as this has a major impact on security in the South Africa context. 

  • ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Horizontal articulation is possible with:
  • ID 23654: National Certificate: Management at NQF Level 3.

    Vertical articulation is possible with:
  • ID 23656: Further Education and Training Certificate: Management at NQF Level 4.
  • ID50480: Further Education and Training Certificate: Firearm Training at NQF Level 4.
  • ID 22110: National Certificate: Electronic Security Practices t NQF Level 4.
  • ID57713: Further Education and Training Certificate: Specialist Security Practices at NQF Level 4. 

  • MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this Qualification must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this Qualification must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the ETQA's policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation; in terms of agreements reached around assessment and moderation between ETQA's (including professional bodies); and in terms of moderation guideline detailed in "Qualification Assessor Criteria".
  • Moderation must include both internal and external moderation of assessments at exit points of the Qualification, unless ETQA policies specifies otherwise. Moderation should also encompass achievement of the competence described both in individual Unit Standards, Exit Level Outcomes as well as the integrated competence described in the Qualification.
  • Anyone wishing to be assessed against this Qualification may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA. 

  • CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    For an applicant to register as an assessor, the applicant should:
  • Be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA or an ETQA that has a memorandum of understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Be competent in the outcomes of this qualification or be in possession of a relevant qualification at NQF Level 4 or higher.
  • Be a subject matter expert in this field of study. 

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

    NOTES 
    This qualification replaces qualification ID22490: National Certificate: General Security Practices, NQF Level 3, 124 credits. 

    UNIT STANDARDS: 
      ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
    Core  244176  Use security equipment  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Core  114941  Apply knowledge of HIV/AIDS to a specific business sector and a workplace  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Core  244184  Apply legal aspects in a security environment  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Core  244177  Conduct a security patrol in an area of responsibility  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Core  117705  Demonstrate knowledge of the Firearms Control Act 2000 (Act No 60 of 2000) applicable to possessing a firearm  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Core  246694  Explain the requirements for becoming a security service provider  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Core  244182  Give evidence in court  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Core  244179  Handle complaints and problems  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Core  244181  Perform hand over and take over responsibilities  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Core  244189  Conduct access and egress control  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Core  242825  Conduct evacuations and emergency drills  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Core  11505  Identify, handle and defuse security related conflict  Level 4  NQF Level 04  12 
    Fundamental  119472  Accommodate audience and context needs in oral/signed communication  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Fundamental  9010  Demonstrate an understanding of the use of different number bases and measurement units and an awareness of error in the context of relevant calculations  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Fundamental  9013  Describe, apply, analyse and calculate shape and motion in 2-and 3-dimensional space in different contexts  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Fundamental  119457  Interpret and use information from texts  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Fundamental  9012  Investigate life and work related problems using data and probabilities  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Fundamental  119467  Use language and communication in occupational learning programmes  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Fundamental  7456  Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal, business and national issues  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Fundamental  119465  Write/present/sign texts for a range of communicative contexts  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  113924  Apply basic business ethics in a work environment  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  244605  Demonstrate ability to participate effectively in a team or group  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  117884  Demonstrate an understanding of gender violence  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  117889  Demonstrate an understanding of Victim Empowerment  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  12484  Perform basic fire fighting  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  120496  Provide risk-based primary emergency care/first aid in the workplace  Level 2  NQF Level 02 
    Elective  13912  Apply knowledge of self and team in order to develop a plan to enhance team performance  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  244178  Apply neighbourhood watch principles  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  113852  Apply occupational health, safety and environmental principles  Level 3  NQF Level 03  10 
    Elective  243188  Care for a service dog  Level 3  NQF Level 03  15 
    Elective  116534  Carry out basic first aid treatment in the workplace  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  113909  Coach a team member in order to enhance individual performance in work environment  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  244578  Describe how to manage reactions arising from a traumatic event  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  114942  Describe how to manage reactions arising from a traumatic event  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  243190  Handle a trained service dog to deter crime  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  119649  Handle and use a handgun  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  119651  Handle and use a manually operated rifle or carbine  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  119650  Handle and use a self-loading rifle or carbine  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  119652  Handle and use a shotgun  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  114979  Operate a computer workstation in a business environment  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  230052  Operate a radio transceiver  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  13936  Outline the legal environment of a selected industry  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  123510  Apply tactical knowledge in the use of firearms  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244335  Conduct security at an event  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  252174  Demonstrate an understanding of security measures within a port security environment  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  123513  Demonstrate tactical proficiency with a handgun  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  123518  Demonstrate tactical proficiency with a self-loading rifle or carbine  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  123512  Demonstrate tactical proficiency with a shotgun  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  246693  Explain the requirements for safeguarding a national key point  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  123515  Handle and use a handgun for business purposes  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  123519  Handle and use a manually operated rifle or carbine for business purposes  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  123511  Handle and use a self loading rifle or carbine for business  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  123514  Handle and use a shotgun for business purposes  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  336659  Handle and use a stopper-gun for operational purposes  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  11985  Inspect, drive and maintain an official vehicle  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  11513  Operate effectively within a specified control room environment  Level 4  NQF Level 04  15 
    Elective  11508  Write security reports and take statements  Level 4  NQF Level 04  10 


    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
    When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification.
     
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    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
    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.
     
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    2. 303 Security and Cleaning Services Pty Ltd 
    3. ABONGILE MNYANDA TRADING CC T/A EKO KOBRA 
    4. ADT SECURITY SERVICES PTY LTD 
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    6. ADT SECURITY SERVICES PTY LTD PINE TOWN 
    7. ADT SECURITY SERVICES PTY LTD PORT ELIZABETH 
    8. ADT SECURITY SERVICES PTY LTD PRETORIA NORTH 
    9. ADVANCED RISK SOLUTIONS 10000 (PTY) LTD 
    10. Afri Guard(pty)ltd 
    11. AGB SAFETY AND SECURITY 
    12. AIM TRAINING ACADEMY 
    13. AIM TRAINING ACADEMY - BUNDU 
    14. AIM TRAINING ACADEMY CAMP SKUKUZA 
    15. AIM TRAINING ACADEMY PHALABORWA 
    16. Airports Company South Africa SOC Ltd Braamfischer International Airport 
    17. Airports Company South Africa SOC Ltd Cape Town International Airport 
    18. Airports Company South Africa SOC Ltd East London 
    19. Airports Company South Africa SOC Ltd George 
    20. Airports Company South Africa SOC Ltd Kimberley Airport 
    21. Airports Company South Africa SOC Ltd King Shaka International Airport 
    22. Airports Company South Africa SOC Ltd OR Tambo International Airport 
    23. Airports Company South Africa SOC Ltd Upington 
    24. Airports Company South Africa SOC Ltd Walmer 
    25. AKAF BODYGUARDS 
    26. ALUTE SA PTY LTD 
    27. Aqua Training Centre Pty Ltd 
    28. Arctic Fox Security 
    29. AREA TRAINING ESHOWE 
    30. ASEZASECURITY AND PROJECTS 
    31. ASIKHULUME SECURITY SERVICES 
    32. ATLEGANG CONSULTING CC 
    33. AVSCAN TRAINING PTY LTD BOKSBURG 
    34. Bahale Monakedi Trading & projects pty Ltd 
    35. Bamogale Enterprise 
    36. BHAKI TRADING AND SUPPLIER CC 
    37. Bidvest Protea Coin Bellville 
    38. Bidvest Protea Coin Durban 
    39. Bidvest Protea Coin Port Elizabeth 
    40. Bidvest Protea Coin Rustenburg 
    41. BITLINE SA 368 CC 
    42. BKL Group Pty Ltd 
    43. Black Flesh Security Services 
    44. BLACKEN SECURITY SERVICES 
    45. Blackpearl Solutions 
    46. BRAINWAVE PROJECTS 1928 
    47. BRIGHTSTAR SECURITY SERVICE AND CLEANING CC 
    48. BRM Management Solutions Pty Ltd 
    49. BTC TRAINING AFRICA PTY LTD 
    50. BULCOF SECURITY AND CLEANING SERVICES 
    51. Buyisa Security Services 
    52. BYL Security Group Pty Ltd 
    53. BZN SAFETY AND SECURITY ACADEMY PTY LTD 
    54. Calaska Trading 189 
    55. Campbell Credit Control cc 
    56. CB Security Pty Ltd 
    57. CC PROTECTION AND INVESTIGATION SERVICE PTY LTD 
    58. CC Protection and Investigation Services Kimberley 
    59. Chairman Projects ans Security Services 
    60. CHIPPA TRAINING ACADEMY 
    61. Chithi Holdings 
    62. Chithi Holdings Johannesburg 
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    64. Chithi Holdings Polokwane 
    65. Chithi Holdings Secunda 
    66. Chithi Holdings Witbank 
    67. CKN Securiy Services 
    68. COLLINS SEBOLA FINANCIAL SERVICES (PTY) 
    69. Combined Private Investigations Pty Ltd 
    70. COUVER SECURITY SERVICES CC 
    71. CSG Skills Institute (Pty) Ltd 
    72. D & K MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS 
    73. DECENTRALISED TRAINING CENTRE: NEW CASTLE 
    74. DECENTRALISED TRAINING DURBAN 
    75. DENVINLEE WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT CC 
    76. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS PS 
    77. Dephethogo Trading 
    78. DHW SECURITY AND TRAINING SERVICES 
    79. DLAMBULO INVESTMENTS PTY LTD 
    80. DOGS AND ALL 
    81. DOUBLE OPTION TRADING 120 (PTY) LTD AND SECURITY TRAINING CENTRE 
    82. DUIWELSKLOOF ARMED RESPONSE 
    83. Duluma Financial and Security Services 
    84. DWANDZANI PROJECTS CC 
    85. E E L PROTECTION SERVICES 
    86. E FOCUS ENTERPRISE (PTY) LTD 
    87. Eastern Guard Security 
    88. EASY SECURITY AUTO GATES AND GUARDS CC 
    89. EEL PROTECTION SERVICES THEMBALUVHILO 
    90. EKHURHULENI SHOOTING AND TRAINING ACADEMY 
    91. EL SHONTE SECURITY SERVICES 
    92. ELASON PRO-ACTIVE SECURITY (PTY) LTD 
    93. Emahle training academy Pty Ltd 
    94. ENFORCE SECURITY SERVICES PTY LTD ETHEKWINI 
    95. ENGIE SECURITY SERVICES TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PTY LTD 
    96. ENPOWER TRAINING SERVICES PTY LTD 
    97. Esprior General Trading 
    98. EXPRO PROTECTION SERVICES CC 
    99. EYABANTU BUSINESS & SKILLS DEVELOPMENT T/A EYABANTU SAFETY AND SECURITY ACADEMY DURBAN 
    100. FAKUDE FAMILY SECURITY CC 
    101. FALCON FIREARM ACADEMY 
    102. FIDELITY SECURITY CORPORATE SERVICES CAPE TOWN 
    103. FIDELITY SECURITY CORPORATE SERVICES SCOTTBURGH 
    104. Fidelity Security Services 
    105. FIDELITY SECURITY SERVICES DURBAN 
    106. FIDELITY SECURITY SERVICES FIDELITY BANK SECURITY 
    107. FIDELITY SECURITY SERVICES PORT ELIZABETH 
    108. FIRMSTONE CONSULTING AND SECURITY ACADEMY 
    109. Focus Africa Advisory 
    110. FORUM SEKURITEIT 
    111. Gceba Security Services and Projects 
    112. GENESIS K9 GROUP (PTY) LTD 
    113. Getsmarter 
    114. GIJA SECURITY AND PROJECTS PTY LTD 
    115. Gladnhlam Printing and Projects Pty Ltd 
    116. GLOBAL SAFESKYZ 
    117. GLOBESCOPE SECURITY CC 
    118. Gogontle Security and Maintanacy Services 
    119. Grafton Street Trading and Projects 
    120. GUNDO SECURITY & SUPPLY CC 
    121. Gundo Security and Supply LebowaKgomo 
    122. gunpoint Tactical Investigators Pty Ltd 
    123. Hadassah Security Consultants Cc 
    124. Hafha Security and Training 
    125. HAZOEMA TRADING ENTREPRISE CC 
    126. HENQUE 3375 CC 
    127. HJ Brummer Consultants 
    128. HJN POLOKWANE BRANCH PTY LTD 
    129. HJN PROTORIA BRANCH 02 
    130. HJN TRAINING CC 
    131. HLAESEKANI SECURITY SERVICES 
    132. HLUMA SECURITY SERVICES 
    133. Horizon Risk Management 
    134. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT CENTRE JOHANNESBURG 
    135. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PRETORIA 
    136. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT CENTRE: EAST RAND 
    137. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT CENTRE: NORTH RAND 
    138. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT CENTRE: SOWETO 
    139. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT CENTRE: VAALRAND 
    140. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT CENTRE: WEST RAND 
    141. ICON SECURITY SERVICES GROUP (PTY) LTD 
    142. IJABA INTERGRATED SECURITY SERVICES (PTY) LTD 
    143. Ijaba Security Services 
    144. Ikhwezi Training Institute (Pty) Ltd 
    145. Impolompolo Protection and Training Services 
    146. Impumelelo Mega Services 
    147. IMVULA SKILLS DEVELOPMENT ACADEM Y 9PTY) LTD -DRBAN BRANCH 
    148. IMVULA SKILLS DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY 
    149. IMVULA SKILLS DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY (PTY) LTD CAPE TOWN BRANCH 
    150. INFANTRY SCHOOL 
    151. INGELOSI TRADING 192 CC 
    152. Inkwe Sekuriteit Bk 
    153. INSIMBI SECURITY TRAINING CENTRE 
    154. INSTITUTE FOR PERSONAL CLOSE PROTECTION 
    155. INTEGRATED SECURITY AND MANGEMENT SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD 
    156. IPELENG RISK MANAGEMENT SERVICES PTY LTD 
    157. ISASA SECURITY TRAINING CC 
    158. ITO FOCUS PHOLE 
    159. JC Safety and Security Pty Ltd 
    160. JJM SECURITY 
    161. K9 REVELATION SERVICES 
    162. Kairos Training College 
    163. KALLVEST (PTY) LTD 
    164. Khinzela Forensics and Investigatoins 
    165. Khulekani Quality Assessment 
    166. KNO SECURITY AND SUPPLY SERVICES (PTY) LTD 
    167. L AND L TRAINING 
    168. LAMS KWENA RESCUE 
    169. Le Duke Cleaning and Security Co. 
    170. LEBZ PEKEDI CONSTRUCTION AND TRAIDING (PTY) LTD 
    171. Legacy ATKV SAKE (PTY) LTD 
    172. Lesedi Security And Training Servic Es 
    173. LIFESHIELD HOME SECURITY AND PROJECTS PTY LTD 
    174. Likunga Protection and Security Services Pty Ltd 
    175. LIVHU NA MASHUDU SECURITY AND TRADING CC 
    176. LUANAMETRADING ENTERPISE 
    177. MA SECURITY TRAINING AND PRIVATE INVESTIGATION 
    178. MABOTWANE SECURITY SERVICES CC 
    179. MABUSETSA ENTERPRISES (PTY) LTD 
    180. MADUNA PROTECTION SERVICES CC 
    181. Magomani Training and Security Services Pty Ltd 
    182. Makgwati Trading and Projects 
    183. Malebepe Investment Holdings 
    184. MALOPE PHAHLA TRADING AND PROJECTS 
    185. MANGWEVU SECUTRITY SERVICES PTY LTD 
    186. Mankwali Security Services 
    187. Mapasa Security Security Services Pty Ltd 
    188. Maphotho Security Training and Guarding Division 
    189. MARY AND DAUGHTERS PROPERTIES 
    190. MAS SAFE SECURITY CC 
    191. Mashushe ETDP Trading and Projects 
    192. Mason Consultancy Pty Ltd 
    193. MASUTHA TRAINING AND SECURITY SERVICES 
    194. MATIMBA SAFETY AND SECURITY (PTY) LTD 
    195. Maxi Phumelela Security Pty Ltd 
    196. MBUDZANA DZANGA TRADERS CONSTRUCTION AND SECURITY 
    197. MEC TRAINING (PTY) LTD 
    198. Metro 50 Security Services 
    199. Metrorail Durban 
    200. Mezuzah Security Services Pty Ltd 
    201. MIDI GENERAL TRADING PTY LTD 
    202. MIDRAND TRAINING ACADEMY PTY LTD 
    203. MILITES DEI SECURITY SERVICES (PTY) LTD 
    204. MJAYELI SECURITY (PTY) LTD 
    205. MKHAYA SOLUTIONS GROUP 
    206. Mkhondo Melusi Holdings 
    207. MLP Business and Skills Development 
    208. Mmabatho U pulusha Pty Ltd 
    209. MMAPHUTHI SECURITY CC 
    210. MMASEBKO TRAINING SECURITY CENTRE 
    211. MODE SECURITY MPUMALANGA 
    212. Mode Security PTY LTD 
    213. MODISE COMPUTER COLLEGE 
    214. Molale Security Services 
    215. MOLAO ACADEMY 
    216. MOLAPO-MOTLE ENTERPRISES 
    217. MOLEMA DEVELOPMENT TRAINING 
    218. MOLWANTWA TRADING CONSTRUCTION 
    219. MOTLHABANE RISK MANAGEMENT SERVICES 
    220. Mtomntwana Roadmarking Pty Ltd 
    221. Mufaromasana Trading Enterprise Pty Ltd 
    222. Mupo Projex Pty Ltd 
    223. MUSTEK UNLIMITED 
    224. MUTENDA SECURITY SERVICES CC 
    225. MZILANKALA DEVELOPMENT AND PROJECTS CC 
    226. Nanikie Security Guard 
    227. National Security and fire Pty Ltd 
    228. NDIVHUWO SECURITY TRAINING 
    229. Netgrow Training Solutions 
    230. NETWORK FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT 
    231. Nexum College and Trading 
    232. NINA WIZ TRADING ( PTY ) LTD 
    233. NNT Training Centre Pty Ltd 
    234. Noctuam Training Academy 
    235. Noko Projects Pty Ltd 
    236. NORTHERN GOURMET TRADERS AND SECURITY SERVICES CC 
    237. NORTHERN PROVINCE TRAINING ACADEMY 
    238. NPR Security Pty Ltd 
    239. NS 64 BUSINESS ENTERPRISE 
    240. Nsirhelelo Security Services Pty Ltd 
    241. NTATE AVIATION AND SECURITY TRAINING 
    242. NU LAW FIREARMS COMPLIANCE 
    243. Nyamatane Investments Pty Ltd 
    244. Octaves Group 
    245. OMEGA RISK SOLUTIONS 
    246. Omega Risk Solutions Cape Town 
    247. Omega Risk Solutions Hatfield 
    248. Omega Risk Solutions Mpumalanga 
    249. OMEGA RISK SOLUTIONS PORT ELIZABETH 
    250. Orapeleng Training Security and Protection Pty Ltd 
    251. Orbis Security Solutions Pty Ltd 
    252. OXY TRADING 735 CC 
    253. PERFOMANCE DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE 
    254. PHUHLISO TRAINING ACADEMY 
    255. PHUMLA MANGWENIS TRADING AND PROJECTS PTY LTD 
    256. Pioneer Business Consulting 
    257. PIROT SECURITY SERVICES 
    258. PRO ARM FIREARM TRAINING ACADEMY 
    259. PRO SECURE PTY LTD 
    260. PROTEA COIN GROUP (ASSETS IN TRANSIT AND ARMED REACTION) 
    261. QUIVOR SECURITY SERVICES SPRINGBOK 
    262. RAMAZWI SECURITY SERVICES CC 
    263. REBAGONI TRADING AND PROJECTS T/A THE SOUTH AFRICAN SECURITY ACADEMY 
    264. Red Ant Security Relocation and Eviction Services Pty Ltd 
    265. Redefined Skills Training & Development (Pty) Ltd 
    266. REFUEO Pty Ltd 
    267. Refueo Rustenburg 
    268. Reliable Guards Security and Cleaning 
    269. RHODE RISK MANAGEMENT SERVICES CC 
    270. RI A LINDA SECURITY SOLUTIONS 
    271. RIA SEBETSA SECURITY SERVICES CC 
    272. RISENGASECURITY TRAINING SERVICES 
    273. Risk Management Group 
    274. ROMULA BUSINESS ENTERPRISES T/A SIYAFUNDA SECURITY ACADEMY 
    275. Rosco Consultants Pty Ltd 
    276. SA Crime Patrols Durban North 
    277. SA NAVAL COLLEGE 
    278. SA POLOCE SERVICE 
    279. SA PROTECTION AND SECURITY UNIT (PTY) LTD 
    280. SAAF PROTECTION SERVICE TRAINING WING 
    281. SAHARA EDUCATION. TRAINING. DEVELOPMENT 
    282. SAHO INVESTMENT CC 
    283. SAKHI'SIZWE SECURITY SERVICES CC 
    284. SBV SERVICES BLOEMFONTEIN 
    285. SBV SERVICES MIDRAND 
    286. SBV SERVICES PORT ELIZABETH 
    287. SBV SERVICES PRETORIA 
    288. SBV SERVICES PTY LTD JOHANNESBURG 
    289. SBV SERVICES RICHARDSBAY 
    290. SDC Security and Safety Pty Ltd 
    291. SECURITAS SPECIALIZED SERVICES PTY LTD 
    292. SECUTRAIN 
    293. Shalom 360 Holdings 
    294. SHAMARIAH SECURITY AND TRAINING 
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    296. Sihle Property Developers And Plant Hire 
    297. SILVER SOLUTIONS SECURITY 1713 CC 
    298. SILWAYIPHI CLEANING SECURITY SERVICES 
    299. SIPHEFU BUSINESS SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD 
    300. SIPHOCOPS SECURITY 111 KERK STREET MEUBEL SENTRUM JHB 
    301. SIRIUS RISK MANAGEMENT (PTY) LTD 
    302. Sisonke 21 Trading and Projects Pty Ltd 
    303. SIVA SECURITY SERVICES 
    304. SIYANIVIKELA SECURITY SERVICES 
    305. Siyanivikela Security Services Nelspruit 
    306. Sleeve Rolles Ready to Work Pty Ltd 
    307. Solutionsupply Pty Ltd 
    308. SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPEMENT CENTRE PIETER 
    309. SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE TRAINING INSTITUTION NORTH WEST PROVINCE 
    310. SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE TRAINING INSTITUTION UPINGTON NORTHERN CA 
    311. South African Police Service: George 
    312. SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK 
    313. SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK CAPE TOWN 
    314. SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK DURBAN 
    315. SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK JOHANNESBURG 
    316. SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK TRADING AS SOUTH AFRICAN BANK NOTE 
    317. SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK TRADING AS SOUTH AFRICAN MINT 
    318. SSG Security Solutions Pty Ltd 
    319. ST Ali Business Training College Pty Ltd 
    320. Staff Management Services 
    321. STALLION LEARNING CENTRE PTY LTD 
    322. SVA Training 
    323. TACTICAL K9 AFRICA 
    324. TASA RISK MANAGEMENT 
    325. TDP Enterprise and Projects (Pty) Ltd 
    326. TELLUMAT 
    327. THBO Trading and Projects 
    328. THE LADY BOSS SECURITY SERVICES 
    329. THEMBANATHI SECURITY SAFETY AND CLEANING SERVICES 
    330. Thikhedzo Security and Protection Services 
    331. THINETI SECURITY AND TRAINING 
    332. THINGA SECURITY TRAINING SERVICES CC 
    333. THLAPI SECURITY AND PROJECTS (PTY) LTD 
    334. THOMPSONS KHUSELA CC 
    335. THOMPSONS SECURITY GROUP (PTY) LTD 
    336. THOPAS SECURITY SERVICES 
    337. THORBURN SECURITY SOLUTIONS MIDRAND 
    338. THOZAKHE SECURITY SERVICES PTY) LTD 
    339. Thudima Trading 
    340. TINTSWALO SECURITY SERVICES 
    341. TNV Trading 
    342. Total Recall Security and Investigation 
    343. Tradegold Trading and Projects 
    344. TRANSNET SCHOOL OF SECURITY - ESSELENPARK 
    345. Tsaroga Phoka Security and General Trade 
    346. TSHAKHWILO TRADING ENTERPRISE 
    347. TSHIKALANGE SECURITY SERVICES AND TRAINING 
    348. TSHINGAMO GENERAL TRADING PTY LTD 
    349. TSHITHIKHO SUPPLY AND SECURITY CC 
    350. TSU PROTECTION SERVICES 
    351. TSU Training Solutions Centurion 
    352. TYEKS SECURITY SERVICES 
    353. TZANEEN TRAINING CENTRE 
    354. TZANEEN TRAINING CENTRE LIMPOPO 
    355. UBUNTU 
    356. Ultra Ultimate Security 
    357. Unbeatable C S Trading and Projects 
    358. UNBEATABLE CLEANING CATERING PRIVATE INVESTIGATION AND SECURITY SERVICES 
    359. UNLOCK INNOVATIONS (PTY) LTD 
    360. VALLEY TRAINING ACADEMY 
    361. Vanguard Intergrated Services 
    362. VETARAN SECURITY SERVICES 
    363. VITAL SKILLS CC 
    364. VS AFRICA SECURITY TRAINING AND GUARD 
    365. VSS AND TRAINING TRADING AS VALLIENT SECURITY SERVICES 
    366. VUSA - ISIZWE SECURITY (PTY) LTD BENONI 
    367. VUSA ISIZWE SECURITY SERVICES (PTY) LTD 
    368. VUTHELA AFRICA SECURITY SERVICES 
    369. VUWA HOLDINGS (PTY) LTD 
    370. Vuza Security and Projects 
    371. WILLSHIR TRADING 
    372. WISE GUY ACADEMY (PTY) LTD 
    373. Wolf Guarding Solutions Pty Ltd 
    374. Xhobani Security Services Cc 
    375. ZANMARHEIM CANINE AND SECURITY SERVICES (PTY) LTD 
    376. ZEVOLI 9 PTY LTD 



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