CERTIFICATE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 3

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 114

CERTIFICATE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 4

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 126

DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 5

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 144

Programme Description

This is an entry-level qualification for those who want to enter the field of Education, Training and Development, specifically within the sub-field of Early Childhood Development (ECD) as assistant teachers or caregivers. This Qualification will enable candidates to facilitate the all-round development of young children in a manner that is sensitive to culture and individual needs (including special needs) and enable them to provide quality early childhood development services for children in a variety of contexts, including community-based services, ECD centres, at home and in institutions.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to people credited with a minimum of 114 credits and who have met the requirements of all compulsory sections.

Who should apply?

• Applicants who have obtained less than 14 pints in 6 subjects in the Namibia Senior SecondaryCertificate Ordinary/Higher (NSSCO/H) or equivalent thereof may enter this qualification.
• OR may enter with a Grade 10 certificate or the equivalent thereof 12 OR Enter with a NQF Level 2 qualification from any recognized institution.

Programme Description

This qualification prepares candidates to operate as Early Childhood Development Practitioners. There is a vast need for early childhood development services and it is critical that the field must be served by competent practitioners. In order to meet the needs at early childhood development level, it is important to be able to identify and recognize competent early childhood development practitioners who are able to work in centre- based and non-centre-based early childhood development settings. This qualification therefore has been designed to meet the needs and interests of the early childhood development sector in a variety of settings and contexts with an inclusive focus on education, health and safety issues, amongst others.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to people credited with a minimum of 126 credits and who have met the requirements of all compulsory sections.

Who should apply?

• Entry requirement to the programme shall be a Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO)
• Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and has passed six subjects with a minimum 14 points.
• Enter with a NQF Level 3 qualification from any recognized institution.

Programme Description

There is a need for qualified Early Childhood Development practitioners. These practitioners need knowledge and skills to ensure optimal education and developmental outcomes for children from birth to six years. The aim of the Diploma in Early Childhood Development Programme is to provide an opportunity and appropriate training for ECD candidates so that they are equipped with basic knowledge and skills that will enable them to enter the labour market in the pre-school education sector so that children in Namibia at pre-school level have access to well-trained staff that offer suitable and appropriate services at ECD centres.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to people credited with a minimum of 144 credits and who have met the requirements of all compulsory sections.

Who should apply?

• Entry requirement to the Diploma in Early Childhood Development programme level 5 shall be a student with a Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO).
• A student with an Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and has passed six subjects with a minimum of 25 points.
• Alternatively, a student with a Certificate in Early Childhood Development or in a related field at NQF Level 4 from any recognized institution.

CERTIFICATE IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT LEVEL 4

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 124

DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT LEVEL 5FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 128

DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT LEVEL 6FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 128

BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT HONOURS LEVEL 7

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 3 YEARS

CREDITS: 400

BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT HONOURS LEVEL 8

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 144

Programme Description

The primary purpose of the qualification is to provide students with the appropriate knowledge and skills for the Human Resource functions at entry level in an organisation. This programme will prepare students to reflect on the applications of Human Resource Management and will also prepare them for further study in Human Resource Management at NQF Level 5.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 124 credits, and who have met the requirements of the programme.

Who should apply?

• • School leavers looking to pursue a career in human Resource Management but do not meet the minimum requirements to enter at degree level.
  • Individuals already employed in the field of Human Resource but without formal qualifications

Programme Description

The primary purpose of the qualification is to build on the knowledge and skills gained in the Certificate in Human Resource Management and to provide qualifying students with the appropriate knowledge and skills to effectively pursue a career in human resource management.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 128 credits, and who have met the requirements of the programme.

Who should apply?

Individuals looking to pursue a further career in human resource

• Individuals already employed in the field of human resource but without relevant qualifications

Programme Description

The Diploma in Human Resources Management NQF Level 6 is offered as a 1-year programme. A student who successfully completes and exits from the programme at this point will be awarded a Diploma in Human resources Management NQF Level 6. It is important to note that the Diploma in Human Resource Management Programme is structured as part of an integrated degree programme (year 2 of the degree programme) or as a stand-alone qualification.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 128 credits, and who have met the requirements of the programme.

Who should apply?

Students who have completed a Level 5 qualification in the same field.

Programme Description

The Bachelor of Human Resource Management NQF level 7 is offered as a 3-year degree programme with two lower exit points as follows:

• A student who successfully completes the first year and exits from the programme at that point, will be awarded a Diploma in Human Resource Management NQF Level 5
• A student who successfully completes Year 2 and exits from the programme at that point, will be awarded a Diploma in Human Resource Management NQF Level 6
• A student who successfully completes the final year will be awarded a Bachelor of Human Resource Management NQF Level 7.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 400 credits and who have met the requirements of the programme.

Who should apply?

• Students who have completed a Level 6 qualification in the same field and who wish to top-up the Diploma in Human Resource Management Level 6 to obtain a Bachelor of Human Resource Management Level 7.

Programme Description

The primary purpose of the qualification is to provide students with post-graduate level knowledge, specific skills, applied competence and the necessary attitudes in the field associated with accounting, finance, commerce and industry that prepare them to be lifelong students, employable workers/managers/entrepreneurs and contributors to society and the business community.:

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 144 credits, and who have met the requirements of the programme.

Who should apply?

• Students who have completed a Bachelor of Human Resources Management Level 7 qualification or the equivalent thereof and who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Human Resources Management Honours Level 8.

CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION LEVEL 4

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 124

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION LEVEL 5

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 124

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 6

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 128

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION LEVEL 7

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE 

DURATION: 3 YEARS

CREDITS: 380

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION HONOURS LEVEL 8

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 128

Programme Description

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the student with the skills, competencies, knowledge and understanding to become a Business Administrator. The qualification enables the student to develop work relevant competence, as an aid to employment and career progression. It also enables students to progress further, to a qualification at NQF Level 5.

Qualification Requirements

This qualificatioin will be awarded to the students credited with a minium of 124 credits, and who have met all the requirements of the programme.

Who should apply

• • School leavers looking to pursue a career in human Resource Management but do not meet the minimum requirements to enter at degree level.
  • Students who have completed a Level 3 qualification.
  • Individuals already employed in the field of Human Resource but without formal qualifications

Programme Description

This qualification is aimed primarily at giving the student technical, theoretical, practical and workplace knowledge and skills required in their chosen occupational area. It is important to note that the Diploma in Business Administration programme is structured as part of an integrated degree programme (year 1 of the degree programme) or as stand-alone qualification.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 124 credits, and who have met the requirements of the programme..

Who should apply

Individuals looking to pursue a further career in human resource

• School leavers who have obtained a minimum of 25 points in the NSSCO examinations or the equivalent thereof and who wish to pursue a career in Business Administration.
• Students who have completed a Level 4 qualification in the same field.
• Individuals already employed in the field of Business Administration but without formal qualifications.

Programme Description

The Diploma in Business Administration NQF Level 6 is offered as a 1-year programme. A student who successfully completes and exits from the programme at this point will be awarded a Diploma in Business Administration Level 6. It is important to note that the Diploma in Business Administration program is structured as part of an integrated degree programme (year 2 of the degree programme) or as a stand-alone qualification.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 128 credits, and who have met the requirements of the programme.

Who should apply

Students who have completed a Level 6 qualification in the same field and who wish to top-up the Diploma in Business Administration NQF Level 6 to obtain a Bachelor of Business Administration NQF Level 7.

Programme Description

A Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program at level 7 typically provides students with a comprehensive understanding of various aspects of business management, preparing them for entry-level managerial positions or further education at the graduate level. Third year (top up) constitutes the final year of the Bachelor of Business Administration NQF level 7. A student who successfully completes the final year will be awarded a Bachelor of Business Administration NQF Level 7.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 380 credits and who have met the requirements of the programme..

Who should apply

• Students who have completed a Level 6 qualification in the same field and who wish to top-up the Diploma in Human Resource Management Level 6 to obtain a Bachelor of Human Resource Management Level 7.

Programme Description

The primary purpose of the qualification is to provide students with post-graduate level knowledge, specific skills, applied competence and the necessary attitudes in the field associated with accounting, finance, commerce and industry that prepare them to be lifelong students, employable workers/managers/entrepreneurs and contributors to society and the business community.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 128 credits, and who have met the requirements of the programme..

Who should apply

• Students who have completed a Bachelor of Business Administration NQF Level 7 qualification or the equivalent thereof and who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Business Administration Honours Level 8..

CERTIFICATE IN OFFICE ADMINISTRATION LEVEL 4

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 156

DIPLOMA IN OFFICE ADMINISTRATION LEVEL 5

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 140

DIPLOMA IN OFFICE ADMINISTRATION LEVEL 6

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME/DISTANCE

DURATION: 1 YEAR

CREDITS: 144

Programme Description

This qualification is intended to enhance the provision of service within the field of administration in all sectors. The qualification builds the students day-to-day administration skills, and general operational competencies to meet standards of service excellence required within the administration fields.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 156 credits, and who have met the requirements of the programme.

             Who should apply

• • School leavers looking to pursue a career in office administration but do not meet the minimum requirements to enter at degree level.
  • Individuals already employed in the field of office administration but without formal qualifications.

Programme Description

This qualification will equip students with knowledge and skills required to gain theoretical and practical understanding of the context and strategies relevant to basic administrative and office processes within a business or associated environment. It helps the learners to understand the importance of the consistent application of appropriative administrative theories and principles.

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 140 credits, and who have met the requirements of the programme.

Who should apply

School leavers looking to pursue a career in office administration but do not meet the minimum requirements to enter at a higher level.

• Individuals already employed in the field of office administration but without formal qualifications.

Programme Description

Programme provides a solid background of administrative management skills which will enable the candidate to grow and progress in todays competitive business environment. It helps the student to be an important all-rounder in any office, by gaining necessary office administration and management skills. 

Qualification Requirements

This qualification will be awarded to students credited with a minimum of 144 credits, and who have met the requirements of the programme.

Who should apply

Students who have successfully completed the Diploma in Office Administration NQF level 5 modules at International Training College or the equivalent thereof at a recognized institution.