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QCTO Page The QCTO's primary responsibility is the management of the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework (OQSF).

The mandate emanates from two key pieces of legislature: the National Qualifications Framework Act and the Skills Development Act.

The QCTO is pleased to host the KwaZulu-Natal Community Education and Training (KZN CET) College at our offices for a qu...
04/06/2026

The QCTO is pleased to host the KwaZulu-Natal Community Education and Training (KZN CET) College at our offices for a quality assurance capacity-building programme.

This initiative is aimed at strengthening the community education and training college’s understanding of QCTO quality assurance processes and requirements, thereby enhancing the effective implementation of education and training programmes. Through collaboration and knowledge sharing, the programme seeks to support continuous improvement and excellence in skills development and occupational qualifications delivery.

📢 IMPORTANT NOTICE: GAUTENG CAPACITY BUILDING WORKSHOP POSTPONEDPlease note that the Gauteng Capacity Building Workshop ...
02/06/2026

📢 IMPORTANT NOTICE: GAUTENG CAPACITY BUILDING WORKSHOP POSTPONED

Please note that the Gauteng Capacity Building Workshop has been postponed from the previously advertised dates. New Workshop Dates: 13 - 14 August 2026
We would also like to inform stakeholders that the workshop dates for KwaZulu-Natal, Northern Cape and Gauteng have been updated.

âś… Register now to secure your place.
Limited seats are available and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Don't miss this opportunity to participate in our capacity-building programme and engage with industry experts and stakeholders.

27/05/2026

Day 2 of the QCTO Private SDP Capacity Building Workshop is currently underway.

The day commenced with a presentation by Mr Thabo Mgomezulu, Deputy Director: Quality Assurance, who is engaging SDPs on the learner enrolment process for Full Qualifications, Part Qualifications, and Skills Programmes.

He is also taking stakeholders through the monitoring of curriculum implementation for qualifications and skills programmes, providing valuable guidance to strengthen compliance and quality delivery within the sector.

The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Mr Buti Manamela, engaging with QCTO officials at the PSET on Wheels Budg...
26/05/2026

The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Mr Buti Manamela, engaging with QCTO officials at the PSET on Wheels Budget Vote QCTO Exhibition Stall.

Mr Lufuno Thovhakale, Deputy Director: Qualifications Maintenance, engaged stakeholders during the Limpopo Private SDP C...
26/05/2026

Mr Lufuno Thovhakale, Deputy Director: Qualifications Maintenance, engaged stakeholders during the Limpopo Private SDP Capacity Building Workshop on the status of the Pre-2009 Qualifications Transition.

The session provided important insights into the transitional process and reinforced the QCTO’s commitment to ensuring clarity, alignment, and support for stakeholders within the occupational qualifications landscape.

Day 1 of the Limpopo Private SDP Capacity Building Workshop is in full swing.We have already received insightful present...
26/05/2026

Day 1 of the Limpopo Private SDP Capacity Building Workshop is in full swing.

We have already received insightful presentations from SAQA, who shared a message of support highlighting the importance of quality partners and the broader PSET ecosystem.

Mr David Thaga, the Director of Accreditations engaged attendees on the accreditation process, while Mr Johannes Ngomane, Assistant Director, Assessment unpacked the QCTO assessment process with stakeholders.

The workshop continues to equip private SDPs with valuable knowledge to strengthen quality assurance and skills development within the sector.

26/05/2026

We have officially arrived at the Grand Parade, where stakeholders are busy preparing and setting up their exhibition stalls ahead of the CAPE TOWN PSET on the Wheels Budget Vote Activation day.

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The Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO), alongside the National Skills Fund and SETAs, is participating in...
26/05/2026

The Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO), alongside the National Skills Fund and SETAs, is participating in a Skills Exhibition at the Grand Parade in Cape Town in support of the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Mr Buti Manamela’s Budget Vote taking place today.

This interactive activation aims to expose young people to the many education, skills development, and career opportunities available within the Post School Education and Training (PSET) sector. Attendees will also have access to a Digital Skills Hub designed to assist with applications for funding and placement opportunities at higher education institutions.

The QCTO is engaging learners on occupational qualifications, career guidance, and the transition arrangements for Pre-2009 qualifications.





23/05/2026

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