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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
General Education and Training Certificate: Clothing Manufacturing Processes |
SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
50584 | General Education and Training Certificate: Clothing Manufacturing Processes | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Clothing, Textiles, Footwear and Leather | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
FPMSETA - Fibre Processing and Manufacturing Sector Education and Training Authority | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
National Certificate | Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Manufacturing and Assembly | ||
ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
Undefined | 120 | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | Regular-Unit Stds Based |
REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
SAQA 06120/18 | 2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2024-06-30 | 2027-06-30 |
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 |
Purpose:
This qualification is applicable to people within the clothing sector. Learners will be able to produce garments using a domestic lockstitch sewing machine. The purpose of the qualification is to build the competence of learners in the clothing sector at NQF Level 1 to address the following: Rationale: The General Education and Training Certificate in Clothing Manufacturing Processes is designed to meet the needs of learners who are involved in sewing processes/basic garment making in the clothing sector. This qualification reflects the needs of various community-based initiatives within the sector. This qualification provides the learner with accessibility to be employed in manufacturing processes and provides the flexibility in that learners accessing this qualification may move into the already registered level 2 qualification in Clothing Manufacturing Processes. This qualification is structured in such a way that it gives learners exposure to a broad set of core competencies. This qualification will allow for competence in the learners' current work environment or chosen future work environment. This qualification will help prepare learners for employment and further education or training. The qualification will introduce the skills, knowledge and understanding needed by those considering a career in the clothing sector. This qualification will allow a learner to obtain a nationally recognised qualification in clothing manufacturing processes. It will assist with attracting and retaining quality learners. This qualification will provide for the recognition of prior learning by allowing learners to obtain credits for knowledge and skills that they already possess and so obtain the qualification in whole or in part through such recognition. The qualification supports the objectives of the National Qualifications Framework in the following ways: |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is assumed that learners are already competent at Communication and Numeracy at ABET level 3.
Recognition of prior learning: This qualification may be achieved in part or in whole through the recognition of prior learning, which includes formal, informal and non-formal learning and work experience. Access to the qualification: There is open access to the qualification. |
RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
Y |
QUALIFICATION RULES |
Level, credits and learning components assigned to the qualification:
In this qualification the credits are allocated as follows: Motivation for number of credits assigned to fundamental, core and elective components: Credits for the fundamental component: These unit standards are compulsory. These unit standards will add value to learners both socially and economically in terms of their ability to operate at the level of literacy and numeracy required of sewing machine operators in the sector. Twenty-three credits will apply to standards in language and communication studies and sixteen credits apply to Mathematical Literacy. Credits for the core component: The unit standards classified as core describe the generic and Clothing manufacturing specific competencies applicable to the clothing sector. All these unit standards are compulsory. Credits for the elective component: In terms of the qualification, learners are required to undertake a minimum of 12 credits from the electives. |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
1. Understand the concept of production.
2. Comply with quality procedures and practices when finishing and storing pressed and ironed items. 3. Establish customer requirements and sell a garment. 4. Cost a garment. 5. Source materials. 6. Make garments. |
ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
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2. 3. 4. > Range: labour cost, material cost, overhead costs. > Range: customer requirements. 5. 6. Integrated assessment: The competence (practical, foundational and reflective competencies) of this qualification will be achieved if a learner is able to achieve all the exit level outcomes of the qualification. The identification and solving of problems, working in a team, organising self, using data, understanding the implications of actions and reactions in the world as a set of related systems must be assessed during any combination of practical, foundational and reflexive competencies assessment methods and tools to determine the whole person development and integration of applied knowledge and skills in the field of management. Certain exit level outcomes are measurable and verifiable through assessment criteria assessed in one application. Competence will be assessed when conducting formative and summative assessment. Formative assessment: The assessment criteria for formative assessment are described in the various unit standards. Formative assessment takes place during the process of learning and assessors should use a range of assessment methods and tools that support each other to assess total competence. These tools include the following: Assessment tools must encourage learners to give an account of the thinking and decision-making that underpins their demonstrated performance. Some assessments will be of a more practical nature others will be more theoretical. The assessment method and/or tools used by the assessor must be fair so as not to hinder or advantage the learner, valid in a sense that it measures what it intends to measure, reliable in a sense that it is consistent and delivers the same output across a range of learners and practical in a sense that it takes into account the available financial resources, facilities, equipment and time. The key to successful assessment in the field of clothing manufacturing processes lies in ongoing formative assessment. There will need to be a continuous process of evaluation of results achieved which will include the demonstration of all the outcomes in the context where learners are responsible for performing a range of operations. Summative assessment: Summative assessment is carried out at the end of the learning programme, under the direction of the appropriate ETQAs, to assess the overall achievement of the learner. A detailed portfolio of evidence is required to prove the practical, applied and foundational competencies of the learner. The overall integration of the fundamental and core unit standards with the elective unit standards in the learner's working context is critical, and will ultimately show the impact of the qualification on improving overall competence. At the point of the summative assessment co-operation between the sector and band ETQAs may be required. |
INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
A survey questionnaire benchmarking this qualification against similar qualifications in other countries was faxed and e-mailed to 24 overseas countries spanning five continents. 14 African countries including SADEC countries were contacted to participate in this survey. This survey was also complemented by an international Internet search to ascertain the existence of comparable qualifications within the clothing sector.
1. The United Kingdom qualification, which is inclusive of the Scottish qualification has unit components for the qualification and makes reference with regard to the following aspects: Country: United Kingdom including Scotland Responsible education authority: Qualifications and Curriculum Authority for the United Kingdom Title of qualifications equivalent to: Award/Certificate/Diploma in Fashion and Clothing at NQF level 1 Results found: UK: Unit standard/module/subject/course in the UK: The RSA: General Education Training Certificate: Clothing Manufacturing Processes contains the following components, which include the areas above. Unit standards: > Make Garments. > Finish and Store pressed and ironed items. > Establish customer requirements and sell a garment. > Source materials. > Cost a garment. > Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship and develop entrepreneurial qualities. > Demonstrate the ability to start and run a business and adapt to changing business environment. > Identify, analyse and select business opportunities. > Plan to manage one's time. > Demonstrate an understanding of managerial expertise and administrative capabilities. > Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of supply and demand, and the concept production. > Assist community members to access services in accordance with their health related human rights. > Perform basic life support and / or first aid procedures in emergencies. > Demonstrate an understanding of how to participate effectively in the workplace. Electives 2. The New Zealand Qualification is registered at NQF level 2 with no unit standards of a similar nature registered at level 1. Country: New Zealand Responsible education authority: New Zealand Qualification Framework Title of qualifications in this country: unit standards for the apparel and textile manufacturing industry registered at level 2. Unit standard/module/subject/course in this country: The RSA: General Education Training Certificate: Clothing Manufacturing Processes has the following components, which include the unit standards above. Unit standards: > Make Garments. > Finish and Store pressed and ironed items. > Establish customer requirements and sell a garment. > Source materials. > Cost a garment. > Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship and develop entrepreneurial qualities. > Demonstrate the ability to start and run a business and adapt to changing business environment. > Identify, analyse and select business opportunities. > Plan to manage one's time. > Demonstrate an understanding of managerial expertise and administrative capabilities. > The concept of production. > Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of supply and demand, and the concept production. > Assist community members to access services in accordance with their health related human rights > Perform basic life support and / or first aid procedures in emergencies. > Demonstrate an understanding of how to participate effectively in the workplace. Electives 3. Country: Philippines Responsible Education Authority: Cottage Industry Technology Center. Contact details: Title of a qualification: Unit standard/module/subject/course in your country: Introduction Garments production > Taking of Measurements. > Patternmaking. > Fabric Treatment. > Pattern Lay-Outing. > Cutting and Tracing. > Garments Construction. > Machine Troubleshooting. > Finishing. > Pressing. > Fitting. > Garments Adjustment. The RSA: General EducationTraining Certificate:Clothing Manufacturing Processes includes the following components, covering the above units in the phillipines. Unit standards: > Make Garments. > Finish and Store pressed and ironed items. > Establish customer requirements and sell a garment. > Source Materials. > Cost a Garment. > Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship and develop entrepreneurial qualities. > Demonstrate the ability to start and run a business and adapt to changing business environment. > Identify, analyze and select business opportunities. > Plan to manage one's time > Demonstrate an understanding of managerial expertise and administrative capabilities > Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of supply and demand, and the concept production. > Assist community members to access services in accordance with their health related human rights. > Perform basic life support and/ or first aid procedures in emergencies. > Demonstrate an understanding of how to participate effectively in the workplace. Elective Unit standards/subjects/modules/courses of the qualification not included in RSA qualification: 4. The following countries were also looked at but they do not have the equivalence of the GETC in Clothing Manufacturing qualification for which comparability could be done. 4.1 China. 4.2 India - Dr. U. Vinod Kurup [M.Tech, MIE, Phd] from India offered the following input with regard to this qualification: > Formal education in Texitle comprise of the following: Diploma, Degree, post graduate degree and Phd. The above are offered by a few hundred institutions both Govt and Private in India, here are the few examples: Textile Training. This means training offered by employers to workers in their companies. Directorate General of Employment and Training, Min. of Labour, Govt. of India web site Textile and leather related training is approved and offered in the following areas: Training-certificate course is also offered by Apparel Training and Design Centre of Apparel Export. Promotion Council through centres in several locations. Training programs are also conducted by Weavers Services centres (about 28 nos) , Min. of Textiles, Govt. of India. 5. Vietnam: However, the following practice is applicable in the above countries and the aspects below have been covered in the GETC Clothing Manufacturing Processes qualification: 6. Italy: In order to ensure international comparability with Italian clothing qualifications, the Italian Embassy requested the CTFL Seta to contact the following organizations. A survey questionnaire based on international comparability was sent to the following organizations: No replies to the survey questionnaire were received from the above organizations. 7. Brazil: The Brazilian Embassy advised the CTFL Seta to contact SENAI-Serviço Nacional de Aprendizagem Industrial (National Service of Industrial Training). This organization failed to reply to the survey questionnaire. 8. Malawi and Angola: The Embassies of Malawi and Angola responded telephonically by indicating that no such qualifications existed in their countries. Summary: The GETC Clothing Manufacturing qualification is inclusive of unit components of similar international qualifications. The qualification draws on a variety of existing programmes offered within the clothing sector at various organizations and community based centres. The GETC Clothing Manufacturing Processes focuses especially on the people identified within the second economy by the South African government and represents best practice within the industry. |
ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
The General Education and Training Certificate in Clothing Manufacturing Processes provides the following articulation possibilities:
Vertical Articulation Horizontal Articulation |
MODERATION OPTIONS |
CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
For an applicant to register as an assessor, the following are essential:
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REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
NOTES |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARDS: |
ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS | |
Core | 119564 | Assist the community to access services in accordance with their health related human rights | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 5 |
Core | 123631 | Cost a garment | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 4 |
Core | 10006 | Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship and develop entrepreneurial qualities | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 2 |
Core | 14569 | Demonstrate an understanding of how to participate effectively in the workplace | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 3 |
Core | 14001 | Demonstrate an understanding of managerial expertise and administrative capabilities | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 4 |
Core | 13998 | Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of supply and demand, and the concept: production | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 2 |
Core | 10009 | Demonstrate the ability to start and run a business and adapt to a changing business environment | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 3 |
Core | 123630 | Establish customer requirements and sell a garment | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 5 |
Core | 12115 | Finish and store pressed and ironed items | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 5 |
Core | 10007 | Identify, analyse and select business opportunities | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 3 |
Core | 123632 | Make garments | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 20 |
Core | 119567 | Perform basic life support and first aid procedures | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 5 |
Core | 15091 | Plan to manage one`s time | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 3 |
Core | 123633 | Source materials | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 5 |
Fundamental | 7464 | Analyse cultural products and processes as representations of shape, space and time | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 2 |
Fundamental | 7451 | Collect, analyse, use and communicate numerical data | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 2 |
Fundamental | 7449 | Critically analyse how mathematics is used in social, political and economic relations | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 2 |
Fundamental | 14084 | Demonstrate an understanding of and use the numbering system | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 1 |
Fundamental | 7463 | Describe and represent objects and the environment in terms of shape, space, time and motion | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 2 |
Fundamental | 119635 | Engage in a range of speaking/signing and listening interactions for a variety of purposes | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 6 |
Fundamental | 119641 | Identify and respond to selected literary texts | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 5 |
Fundamental | 119640 | Read/view and respond to a range of text types | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 6 |
Fundamental | 7461 | Use maps to access and communicate information concerning routes, location and direction | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 1 |
Fundamental | 7447 | Working with numbers in various contexts | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 6 |
Fundamental | 119636 | Write/Sign for a variety of different purposes | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 6 |
Elective | 13999 | Demonstrate an understanding of basic accounting practices | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 4 |
Elective | 13995 | Demonstrate an understanding of contracts and their sources | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 2 |
Elective | 13169 | Describe and discuss issues relating to HIV-AIDS, TB and sexually transmitted illnesses and their impact on the workplace | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 4 |
Elective | 13171 | Describe and show how the NQF can help me to plan a learning and career pathway | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 5 |
Elective | 9357 | Develop and use keyboard skills to enter text | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 4 |
Elective | 116932 | Operate a personal computer system | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 3 |
Elective | 15092 | Plan and manage personal finances | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 5 |
Elective | 10008 | Write and present a simple business plan | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 7 |
Elective | 9976 | Apply basic business concepts | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
Elective | 119667 | Identify the composition of a selected new venture's industry/sector and its procurement systems | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
Elective | 7813 | Identify work opportunities | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Elective | 119668 | Manage business operations | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
Elective | 119672 | Manage marketing and selling processes of a new venture | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 7 |
Elective | 119669 | Match new venture opportunity to market needs | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 6 |
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. |
1. | 1 Classie Africa |
2. | African Apex Apparel (Pty) Ltd |
3. | ARANDA LEARNERSHIP COLLEGE PTY LTD |
4. | Arden School of Management (Pty) Ltd |
5. | ASSURED VOCATIONAL SKILLS INSTITUTE PTY LTD |
6. | BT GROUP OF COMPANIES PTY LTD |
7. | Cre8tion Projects 6 PTY LTD |
8. | Cumlaude Institute (PTY) Ltd |
9. | Dlamini The Siba PTY LTD |
10. | Durban Overall PTY LTD |
11. | ENERHU BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PTY LTD |
12. | Esayidi FET College - Central Office |
13. | Furniture World Training Centre |
14. | FUTURE DISCOVERY TRAINING ACADEMY |
15. | GLICAM TRADING ENTERPRISE |
16. | Green Earth Training & Development (Pty) Ltd |
17. | Greenrim Training |
18. | HLUVUKA TRAINING AND CONSULTING |
19. | INTERMASIKO CC |
20. | Kelmik Training Centre (Pty) Ltd |
21. | Knoop Academy NPC |
22. | LERIBE TRAINING SOLUTIONS |
23. | Longata Consultant |
24. | MAJUBA TVET COLLEGE |
25. | MASTER PATTERNS BY RONA |
26. | Meals on Wheels Community Services - South Africa |
27. | Mnambithi TVET College |
28. | Modiehi Consulting & Projects (Pty) Ltd |
29. | NDIPHA FASHION DESIGNS |
30. | Ngaphakathi Investments |
31. | Ngcebo Consulting (Pty) Ltd |
32. | NOKUSHOM CONSULTANCY & TRADING PTY LTD |
33. | Ntunzela Trading Enterprise |
34. | Nurture-Nature Resources (Pty) Ltd |
35. | Optimi Workplace |
36. | POLOKWANE SCHOOL OF FASHION AND DESIGN |
37. | Premier Agric (Pty) Ltd |
38. | Redefined Skills Training & Development (Pty) Ltd |
39. | SHUMISANANI DRESSMAKING SCHOOL |
40. | SOUTH AFRICAN FASHION DESIGNER AGENCY CC |
41. | STUDIO 05 HOUSE OF FASHION |
42. | Take Note Trading 227 cc |
43. | Tebkhan Investments (Pty) Ltd |
44. | THANDEKA VOCATIOL EDUCATION TRUST PTY LTD |
45. | The Brokers Learning Centre |
46. | THE FINISHING COLLEGE PTY LTD |
47. | THUTO MFUNDO ADULT EDUCATION CENTRE |
48. | Trade Call Investments Apparel (Pty) LTD |
49. | Trade Call Investments Apparel (Pty) Ltd (Mobeni) |
50. | TRADE CALL INVESTMENTS PTY LTD |
51. | Tshwane North College |
52. | U AND G TRAINING (PTY) LTD |
53. | UMBUSO TRAINING SERVICES |
54. | VCK TRAINING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES PTY LTD |
55. | VEB CELE & ASSOCIATES PTY LTD |
56. | Vijay Bhagwan Consultancy and Solutions cc |
57. | VINE APPAREL (PTY)LTD |
58. | VPK BUSINESS VENTURE C C |
59. | WORKPLACE AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP TALENT SOLUTIONS |
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