NQF Level 5 | Services SETA

Quality Assurer

Master quality assurance systems and processes with comprehensive training in quality management, risk profiling, and conducting internal audits. Build expertise in ensuring compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.

106
Credits
18
Months
NQF 5
Level
Quality assurer reviewing processes

Qualification Overview

The Quality Assurer qualification provides comprehensive training in quality management systems, process improvement, and quality assurance activities. This program prepares professionals to ensure compliance with standards and regulatory requirements while managing quality assurance processes across various business environments.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this qualification, learners will be able to:

  • Implement and maintain quality management systems effectively
  • Conduct quality assurance activities to ensure standards compliance
  • Manage quality assurance departments and business units
  • Conduct internal audits and risk profiling assessments
  • Analyze data and implement process improvements
  • Manage documentation and records within quality processes

Career Opportunities

This qualification opens doors to quality assurance opportunities including:

Quality Assurer
Quality Control Specialist
QA Coordinator
Internal Auditor
Process Improvement Specialist
Compliance Officer

Core Modules

Module 1: Fundamental Management Principles (4 credits)

  • • Fundamental Management Principles, Level 5 (4 credits)

Module 2: Quality Management and Systems (11 credits)

  • • Quality Management and Quality Management Systems, Level 5 (11 credits)

Module 3: 4th Industrial Revolution (3 credits)

  • • Quality Management and the 4th Industrial Revolution, Level 5 (3 credits)

Module 4: Quality Assurance Department Management (28 credits)

  • • Managing Quality Assurance Department or Business Unit, Level 5 (8 credits)
  • • Lead and Manage Wellbeing and Performance of Staff, Level 5 (2 credits)
  • • Apply Principles of Business Ethics and Accountability, Level 5 (2 credits)
  • • Maintain Productive and Effective Work Teams, Level 5 (16 credits)

Module 5: Process Management (10 credits)

  • • Process Management, Level 5 (6 credits)
  • • Implement and Maintain Quality Assurance Processes, Level 5 (4 credits)

Module 6: Stakeholder Management (4 credits)

  • • Internal and External Stakeholders, Level 5 (2 credits)
  • • Introduce New Products/Services, Level 5 (2 credits)

Module 7: Risk and Auditing (8 credits)

  • • Risk Profiling, Level 5 (4 credits)
  • • Conduct Internal Audits of Quality Management Systems, Level 5 (4 credits)

Module 8: Quality Assurance Execution (34 credits)

  • • Conduct Quality Assurance to Ensure Standards Compliance, Level 5 (4 credits)
  • • Manage Documentation and Records, Level 5 (2 credits)
  • • Conduct Quality Assurance at Various Process Stages, Level 5 (28 credits)

Module 9: Analysis and Improvement (4 credits)

  • • Critically Analyse Qualitative and Quantitative Data, Level 5 (2 credits)
  • • Improve Effectiveness and Efficiency of Quality Processes, Level 5 (2 credits)

Qualification Details

SETA Services SETA
NQF Level Level 5
Credits 106 Credits
Duration 18 Months
NLRD ID 118769
Status Accredited
Provider SpecCon
Delivery Mode Blended Learning
Assessment Competency Based

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