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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
| Advanced Occupational Certificate: Operational Military Warrant Officer |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 126060 | Advanced Occupational Certificate: Operational Military Warrant Officer | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| Development Quality Partner - SASSETA | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
| QCTO - Quality Council for Trades and Occupations | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
| QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
| Advanced Occupational Cert | Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security | Sovereignty of the State | ||
| ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
| Undefined | 128 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 06 | Regular-ELOAC |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
| Registered | EXCO 0840/26 | 2026-06-02 | 2031-06-02 | |
| LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
| 2032-06-02 | 2035-06-02 | |||
| 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 |
| 49337 | National Certificate: Multi-National Safety and Security Operations Management | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 122 | Complete |
| PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
| Purpose:
The purpose of the Advanced Occupational Certificate: Operational Military Warrant Officer qualification is to prepare the learner to operate as an Operational Military Warrant Officer. An Operational Military Warrant Officer ensures high standards of military professionalism within the joint, inter-departmental, inter-agency, and multi-national environment, with a distinct overlap onto the military strategic level in own scope of practice. A qualified learner will be able to: This qualification prepares learners to function as Operational Military Warrant Officers, equipping them with advanced leadership capabilities and operational expertise essential for the defence and security sector. This qualification strengthens employability within the military and security sector and provides clear pathways for career progression, ensuring long-term professional growth. Learners will gain opportunities for global exposure and national service. Beyond employment and career advancement, this qualification supports further studies and post-service opportunities, enabling graduates to contribute meaningfully to society and the broader Defence community. A qualified learner will demonstrate the following key attributes: Rationale: The SANDF is mandated in terms of the Defence Act to defend and protect the Republic, its people and its territorial integrity. This implies a professionally trained defence force. Research was commissioned by the SANDF for the realignment of historically registered Unit-Standard-based qualifications into Occupational Qualifications and the needs of the South African National Defence Force for the development of military personnel, and the respective learning pathways. The Advanced Occupational Certificate: Operational Military Warrant Officer (OMWO) was developed to meet this requirement, replacing the existing Unit Standard-based National Certificate: Multi-National Safety and Security Operations Management. The CEP recognised that the level of the historically registered qualification had not been reassessed considering the transition from an eight-level to a ten-level NQF framework by SAQA. After a thorough evaluation of the qualification and internal consultations within the SANDF, permission was granted to elevate the aligned qualification level to NQF Level 6. This adjustment aligns the qualification with the updated NQF structure and reflects its appropriate academic and professional standing. This qualification is designed to equip selected Warrant Officers with the necessary skills to effectively collaborate and work in harmony with commanding officers and senior staff officers. By acquiring this qualification, Warrant Officers can enhance their ability to contribute to the overall command structure and decision-making processes within their respective organisations. Operating in unison with officers commanding and senior staff officers entails an understanding of their roles, responsibilities, and the dynamics of the command structure. It involves effective communication, cooperation, and coordination to ensure a cohesive and synchronised approach to achieving organisational objectives. Warrant Officers with this qualification can bridge the gap between the enlisted personnel and the officer corps, providing valuable expertise and perspective while supporting the decision-making processes at higher levels. This qualification may encompass various areas such as leadership, strategic thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, operational planning, and effective communication skills. It may also involve a deep understanding of the organisation's mission, values, and objectives, as well as knowledge of the broader operational context in which they operate. By obtaining this qualification, Warrant Officers can contribute more effectively to the overall command and staff functions, facilitating the exchange of information, providing expert advice, and ensuring the smooth execution of operational plans. It enhances their professional development and enables them to make valuable contributions to the organisation's success while working alongside officers commanding and senior staff officers. There is an increased demand on SANDF Warrant Officers to operate beyond their original functional mustering in a joint environment across Services, Divisions and internationally. The realignment of the legacy qualifications allowed for the ever-increasing international demand for (participation of) the South African National Defence Force. The project team that was established by the SANDF identified the need to develop a military-specific learning qualification for Warrant Officers to be employed in joint specialised common posts in the SANDF at the operational level of war and higher. The qualification will also allow members to integrate into the private sector professionally after retirement. This qualification is the final qualification in the career development of Warrant Officers before exiting the SANDF. The learners attending the OMWO are selected Warrant Officers from the SANDF tactical and operational level of war (Level 4, 4a & 3), and equivalent ranks of the international defence community to function at the operational level of war and higher. Warrant Officers Class 1 who meet the SANDF promotion requirements to function at the operational level and higher will be considered for this qualification. Occupation/s related: Collaboration with relevant stakeholders: List typical occupations in which the qualifying learner will operate: |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
RPL for Access: Learners may use the RPL process to gain access to training opportunities for a qualification if they do not meet the formal, minimum entry requirements for admission. RPL assessment provides an alternative access route into a programme of learning, qualification or part-qualification. Such an RPL assessment may be developed, moderated and conducted by the accredited Skills Development Provider which offers this specific qualification or part qualification. Such an assessment must ensure that the learner is able to display the equivalent level of competencies required for access, based on the NQF level descriptors. RPL for Exemption: For exemption from modules through RPL, learners who have gained the stipulated competencies of the modules of a qualification or through any means of formal, informal or non-formal learning and/or work experience, may be awarded credits towards relevant modules, and gaps identified for training, which is then concluded. RPL for Awarding Credits: Learners who have gained the stipulated competencies of the modules of a qualification through any means of formal, informal or non-formal learning and/or work experience, may be awarded credits towards relevant modules, and gaps identified for training, which is then concluded. A valid Statement of Results is required for admission to the EISA, confirming that all internal assessment criteria for all modules in the related curriculum document have been achieved. Upon successful completion of the EISA, RPL learners will be issued the QCTO certificate for the qualification. Quality Partners are responsible for ensuring the RPL mechanism and process for qualification are approved by the QCTO. Entry Requirements: |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| This qualification is made up of compulsory Knowledge, Practical Skill and Work Experience Modules:
Knowledge Modules: Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 45. Practical Skill Modules: Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 68. Work Experience Modules: 134703-001-00-00-WM-01, Operationalise the Short- and Medium-Term Plans in Own Scope of Practice, NQF Level 6, 15 Credits. Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 15. |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Determine the current performance in one's own area of influence by analysing the SANDF strategic objectives.
2. Analyse a situation to provide inputs and make recommendations in a staff paper to the commander's strategic intent in their own area of capability in accordance with the SANDF mandate. 3. Analyse the factors which contribute to the execution of the mandate of the SANDF to make recommendations in a staff paper in support of the commander's appreciation. 4. Analyse a complex situation to make recommendations in support of leadership to manage unforeseen scenarios. |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
ELO 1: Determine the current performance in one's own area of influence by analysing the SANDF: strategic objectives. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: ELO 2: Analyse a situation to provide inputs and make recommendations in a staff paper to the commander's strategic intent in one's own area of capability in accordance with the SANDF mandate: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: ELO 3: Analyse the factors which contribute to the execution of the mandate of the SANDF to make recommendations in a staff paper in support of the commander's appreciation: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: ELO 4: Analyse a complex situation to make recommendations in support of leadership to manage unforeseen scenarios: Integrated Assessment Formative Assessments: Formative assessments are conducted throughout the training of learners. A range of formal, non-formal, and informal ongoing assessment activities is used to focus on teaching and learning outcomes to improve learner attainment. Formative assessments are conducted continuously by the facilitator to feed into further learning, to identify strengths and weaknesses, and to ensure the learner's ability to apply knowledge, skills and workplace experience gained. Formative Assessments are conducted by the accredited Skills Development Provider (SDP), and a variety of ongoing assessment methods may be used, for example, quizzes, assignments, tests, scenarios, role play, and interviews. Continuous feedback must be provided. Summative Assessments: Integrated Assessment involves all the different types of assessment tasks required for a particular qualification or part-qualification, such as written assessment of theory and practical demonstration of competence. To achieve this, the Internal Assessment Criteria (IAC) for all modules as found in the QCTO curriculum document must be followed. An accredited SDP should implement a well-designed, formal, relevant, final internal Summative Assessment strategy for all modules to prepare learners for the EISA. These assessments evaluate learning achievements of each module of the relevant components of the qualification. Internal Summative Assessments are developed, moderated and conducted by the SDP at the end of each module or after integration of relevant modules, e.g. applied knowledge tests, workplace tasks, practical demonstrations, simulated tasks/demonstrations, projects, case studies, etc. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| This qualification was compared to the following international qualifications:
Many defence forces choose not to disclose the details of their tactical, operational, and strategic training programs on public platforms. Therefore, the decision has been made to exclusively engage with countries with whom the South African Government has training agreements and mutually recognises the equivalence of each other's program content. The SANDF regards these programs as exemplars of best practices in Senior Warrant Officer Development, giving due consideration to security and the confidential nature of the content involved. Country 1: United States of America. Institution name: United States Army Sergeants Major Academy (USASMA). Qualification title: Sergeants Major Course (SMC). Duration: 1485 Hours. Purpose: The Sergeants Major Academy prepares master sergeants and sergeants major to elevate from a tactical level of thinking to an operational and strategic perspective, thus preparing them for leadership positions in organisations executing unified land operations. What Soldiers learn prepares them for leadership positions in joint, interagency, intergovernmental, multinational organisations (JIIM) as well as battalion, brigade, and division through echelons-above-corps (EAC) staff sergeants major command levels. The United States Army Sergeants Major Academy (USASMA) presents The Sergeants Major Course (SMC), which as of 17 January 2019 the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) granted the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College (CGSC) authority to confer a Bachelor of Arts in Leadership and Workforce Development (BA in LWD) at the USASMA for qualified learners attending the Sergeant Major Course Residential (SMC-R). The course has five departments, divided into five semesters, totalling 1485 instructional hours. The Foundational phase is an introduction phase, followed by five core areas/departments. The course ends with a 90-hour Adult Learning and Instruction Technique Phase. Topics listed below indicate content similar to the Operational Military Warrant Officer qualification: Department of Command Leadership: Department of Professional Studies: Department of Joint Interagency, Intergovernmental and Multinational: Department of Force Management: Similarities: Differences: Country 2: Brazil. Institution name: School of Specialised Instruction. Qualification title: Warrant Officers for Promotion to the Auxiliary Staff of Officers. Duration: 1600 Hours. This Warrant Officers for Promotion to the Auxiliary Staff of Officers course was selected as an example of the best practice in this area of Warrant Officer Development. In the case of Brazil, this is the final course as a Warrant Officer in preparation of selected members to proceed with their careers as Officers. The Ministry of Education and Culture, Department of Education and Culture of the Brazilian Army (Directorate of Military Technical Education), School of Specialised Instruction, presents the Course of the Warrant Officers promotion to Officers and will allow a member to be able to integrate the future Auxiliary Officer Cadre, meeting the demand that modernity and the updating of knowledge demand from the members of this very important segment of the Brazilian Army. The objectives of the course are to qualify the qualified learner to occupy the position of officer of the Auxiliary Staff of Officers, enabling the member to: The activities of the Warrant Officers Promotion to Auxiliary Staff of Officers course are for the most part distance learning, and are structured in two phases: P-Phase (distance learning): Similarities: Differences: Conclusion: The Operational Military Warrant Officer compares favourably with the compared qualifications in terms of duration and content. The compared qualifications differ in purpose; however, requires similar skills such as critical reasoning, creative thinking and decision making and elevate the learners to levels from the tactical level of war to the operational level with a distinct overlap to the military strategic level of war. It was not possible to determine the level of complexity; however, the content indicates that the OMWO is at a similar level of complexity. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| This qualification provides opportunities for horizontal, vertical and diagonal articulation options.
Horizontal Articulation: Vertical Articulation: Diagonal Articulation: |
| MODERATION OPTIONS |
| N/A. |
| CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
| N/A. |
| NOTES |
| Qualifying for External Assessment:
External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA) - a national assessment: The Quality Partner is responsible for the management, conduct and implementation of the External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA), in accordance with QCTO set standards. Competence in the EISA is a requirement for certifying a learner. For entrance into the EISA, the learner requires a valid Statement of Results issued by the accredited institution indicating: The attainment of all modules for the Knowledge, Practical and Work Experience modules. OR The attainment of all modules for the Knowledge and Application Components. Additional Legal or Physical Entry Requirements: Other entry requirements: Criteria for the accreditation of providers. Accreditation requirements, against which Skills Development Providers (SDP) and Assessment Centres will be accredited, are found in the Curriculum Document, as listed below. Training is LIMITED to SANDF training, which is justified as follows: 1. Broadly in terms of Art 199 and Art 202 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, Par 1. The security services of the Republic consist of a single defence force, a single police service and any intelligence services established in terms of the Constitution. Par 2. The defence force is the only lawful military force in the Republic. Par 3. Other than the security services established in terms of the Constitution, armed organisations or services may be established only in terms of national legislation. Par 4. The security services must be structured and regulated by national legislation. Par 5. The security services must act, and must teach and require their members to act, in accordance with the Constitution and the law, including customary international law and international agreements binding on the Republic. Par 1. The President as head of the national executive is Commander-in- Chief of the defence force, and must appoint the Military Command of the defence force. Par 2. Command of the defence force must be exercised in accordance with the directions of the Cabinet member responsible for defence, under the authority of the President. 2. Specifically in terms of the Defence Act: Act 42 of 2002, (l) The Chief of the Defence Force may, subject to such conditions as he or she may impose, in writing delegate any power conferred upon him or her in terms of this Act: (a) to a member of the Defence Force; (b) to any person employed in terms of the Public Service Act, 1994 (Proclamation No. 103 of 1994). and serving in a post within the Defence Force; and (c) with the approval of the Secretary for Defence, to any employee. (I) The Minister may establish defence training institutions for purposes of providing instruction and other training for members and employees of the Department. (2) Any institution established before the commencement of this Act for purposes of providing military instruction and other training, whether under a law hereby repealed or otherwise. must be regarded as being a defence training institution established under this section. (3) The Minister must ensure that the training of members and employees of the Department promotes the objects of, and is in accordance with, the Constitution and the law. including customary international law and international agreements binding on the Republic. (4) The training of members is an essential part of force preparation and may encompass instruction at any military or tertiary institution for higher education and learning in the world. as well as practical training which must include physical training, sport. structured recreational activities and military exercises. (5) The provision and maintenance of training tools and equipment as well as the provision and maintenance of training facilities and opportunities for members of the Defence Force or other forces must be carried out under the direction of the Chief of the Defence Force or a person designated by him or her. (6) The staff of any defence training institution must be members of the Department designated by the Chief of the Defence Force (7) The duration and description of the courses of instruction and training therein, the conditions of admission thereto. the conditions of future service required from persons who have undergone training and all matters relating to good administration and management. control and regulation of any such institution are as prescribed. (7) Subject to the Promotion of Access to Information Act. 2000 (Act No. 2 of 2000). any person who. without authority. discloses or publishes any information. or is responsible for such disclosure or publication. whether by print. the electronic media. verbally or by gesture. where such information has been classified in terms of this Act. is guilty of an offence and liable on conviction to a fine or imprisonment for a period not exceeding five years. The curriculum title and code are: 134703-001-00-00 - Operational Military Warrant Officer. Encompassed Trade: This is not a trade qualification. Assessment Quality Partner (AQP): Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA). |
| 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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| All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |