Saqa ID search

Need to confirm the validity of a South African qualification? Look no further than the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)! SAQA is the official body responsible for overseeing the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and maintaining a public record of registered qualifications and unit standards.

This blog post will guide you through the process of conducting a SAQA ID search to verify the legitimacy of a qualification in South Africa.

What is a SAQA ID?

Each registered qualification on the NQF is assigned a unique identifier, known as a SAQA ID. This ID serves as a verification tool to ensure the qualification is legitimate and recognized within the South African education system.

How to Perform a SAQA ID Search

Here’s how you can easily search for a qualification using the SAQA online portal:

  1. Visit the SAQA Qualifications Search Page: https://regqs.saqa.org.za/search.php?cat=qual

  2. Simplify your search: The provided search page offers various filters. To maximize efficiency, it’s best to leave most fields blank.

  3. Utilize the relevant search criteria: If you have specific details about the qualification, you can utilize the following filters to narrow down your search:

    • Qualification Title: Enter the full name of the qualification (if known).
    • Qualification ID: If you have the SAQA ID, enter it directly in this field.
    • NQF Level: Select the qualification level (e.g., Level 5, Level 7) from the dropdown menu (optional).
    • Originator: Use this filter if you know the institution that issued the qualification (optional).

  4. Click “Search”: Once you’ve entered your desired search criteria, click the “Search” button.

Search Results:

The search results will display a list of qualifications matching your criteria. For each qualification, you’ll find details such as the Qualification ID, Title, NQF Level, Field of Study, and Issuing Institution.

Verifying the Qualification:

If the qualification you’re searching for appears in the results, you can be confident it’s a legitimate and recognized qualification within the South African NQF.

Additional Tips:

  • Accuracy is Key: Ensure you enter the search details accurately to receive the most relevant results.
  • No SAQA ID? If you don’t have the SAQA ID, try searching by qualification title and institution (if known).
  • Unit Standards: The SAQA website also allows you to search for registered Unit Standards using a similar process.

Conclusion:

By utilizing the SAQA ID search function, you can easily verify the validity of South African qualifications, ensuring transparency and credibility within the education and employment sectors.