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

National Higher Certificate: Library and Information Studies 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
1343  National Higher Certificate: Library and Information Studies 
ORIGINATOR
Committee of Technikon Principals 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
National Higher Certificate  Field 04 - Communication Studies and Language  Information Studies 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  240  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Registered" 		 SAQA 9900/00  2003-07-01  2006-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2007-06-30   2010-06-30  

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 does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
This qualification is intended for support staff employed in information supplying agencies or services. Persons achieving this qualification will be competent at applying information organisation, information retrieval and information dissemination strategies effectively and consistently in the process of providing an information service to a general user population. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
At least 120 credits, of which at least 72 credits will be at NQF level 5, in the related fields of knowledge and skills in Librarianship. (e.g. Certificate: Library and Information Studies). 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
N 

QUALIFICATION RULES 
The qualification will be awarded to a learner who has provided evidence to the satisfaction of the assessors that the stated competence of the qualification, as detailed in the specific outcomes, has been achieved, either through education and training in a single provider's learning programme, or through experience that complies with the stated specified outcomes. 

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
1. Collect, organise and accurately prepare records for retrieval.
2. Use technology effectively and critically to provide for the needs of information seekers.
3. Assist information seekers in the utilization of the facilities of an information centre.
4. Assist in the general operation of the information centre
5. Communicate and interact effectively

1.1 Assist in the acquisition process in collection development. (C) NQF Level 5(b) Credits (15)
1.2 Assist in the process of maintaining serials (C) NQF Level 5 Credit (15)
1.3 Apply appropriate rules to the manual and electronic organization of the content in a wide range of records (C) NQF Level 5 Credit (30)

2.1 Utilise manual and computerized library systems (C) NQF Level 5 Credit (5)
2.2 Design electronic guides to www sites that respond to an identified need. (C) NQF Level 5 Credit (5)

3.1 Apply a wide range of information retrieval skills in searching electronic and print sources of information. (C) NQF Level 5 Credit (5)
3.2 Demonstrate an understanding of the clients' needs and how the information centre and its resources can assist users in their needs. (F) NQF Level 5 Credit (5)

4.1 Exploit the features of a software suite (such as word-processing, database, Spreadsheets and graphics) in the organisation and administration of a small Library. (C) NQF Level (5)
4.2 Develop strategies for the administration of a small collection. (F) NQF Level 5 Credit (5)
4.3 Supervise others in routine tasks of administration (C) NQF Level 5 Credits (5)

5.1 Interact with clients, peers, supervisors and subordinates. (C) NQF Level 5 Credits (5)
5.2 Market and promote the information centre and the service. (C) NQF Level (5) Credits (5)
5.3 Communicate effectively in two official languages. (F) NQF Level 5 Credits (5)

Critical Outcomes:
  • Identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
  • Organizing and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.
  • Collecting, analysing, organizing and critically evaluating information.
  • Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion.
  • Demonstrating an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognizing that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
  • Reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively.
  • Being culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts. 
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    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    1.1. Select material for a collection.
    * Verify the bibliographic details of material
    * Prepare and order form
    * Describe the process of receiving orders.
    * Describe and calculate financial considerations

    1.2. Identify, describe and collect examples of different types of serials
    1.2. Demonstrate the check-in procedure for controlling serials.

    1.3. Catalogue monographs using AACR2's rules
    * Assign DDC classification numbers and subject headings
    * Catalogue in a computerized format.
    * Conduct authority work on a bibliographic database
    * Arrange material on the shelves correctly.
    * Arrange entries alphabetically

    2.1. Describe and differentiate between manual and computerized control systems.
    * Create a small searchable database
    2.2. Describe and demonstrate the ability to use the Internet to trace information.

    3.1. Prepare and research information projects.
    3.2. Investigate and report on the needs of a group of clients.
    * Identify resources and services that can meet clients needs.

    4.1. Demonstrate the use of various relevant software suites.
    4.2. Identifying and describe various administrative methods.
    * Describe the application of administration methods identified.
    4.3. Identify and describe routine tasks.
    * Investigate and describe various leadership styles.

    5.1. Conduct interviews and report on the results.
    * Work in groups towards the general understanding and completion of set assignments.
    5.2. Prepare a variety of promotional materials.
    5.3. Perform oral and written forms of communication.

    Integrated assessment:

    Formative Assessment:
    Continuous learning progress assessment
    Performance assessments tasks on an integrated variety of knowledge, skills and values

    Summative Assessment:

    Written examination of mastery of theoretical/academic component of learning. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Articulates with certificate in Library and Information Studies
    Progresses to First Degree & B Tech: Library and Information Studies. 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    External moderation
    SERTEC quality assurance 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    Assessors will demonstrate the ability to:
  • Develop an assessment
  • Prepare learners for an assessment
  • Carry out a pre-developed assessment
  • Monitor an assessment
  • Carry out an integrated assessment
  • Moderate the assessment process. 
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    NOTES 
    While South Africa still had Technikons, all of their qualifications were registered under the Committee of Technikon Principals. After the Technikons became Universities of Technology or merged with Universities, the qualifications were registered under each of these institutions, and the CTP qualifications fell away (hence the end date of 2006, above). Where relevant, replacement information is
    shown in the table above. 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    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.
     
    NONE 


    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.