EWSETA Occupational Certificates (2025)
These newly registered qualifications prepare you for in-demand roles in energy and water systems. All qualifications are registered with SAQA and backed by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).
Highlighted Certificates:
- Industrial Water Plant Operator (SAQA ID: 102758)
- Water Process Controller (SAQA ID: 102578)
- Water Quality Analyst (SAQA ID: 101471)
- Gas Turbine Power Plant Controller (SAQA ID: 118111)
- Radiation Protection Monitor/Technician/Practitioner (SAQA IDs: 110356, 110350, 110353)
- Fossil/Nuclear/Hydro Power Plant Operators and Controllers (SAQA IDs range from 97224 to 103263)
- Energy Efficiency Technician (SAQA ID: 99426)
- Water Works Management Practitioner (SAQA ID: 118808)
- Cable Jointer and Electric Cable Jointer (SAQA IDs: 119991, 119992)
📊 EWSETA Qualifications by NQF Level
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to upskill, EWSETA supports learning at every stage:
- NQF Level 1–2: Entry-level (no Matric needed)
- NQF Level 3: Some high school or basic experience
- NQF Level 4: Matric or equivalent experience
- NQF Level 5: Supervisory/management level
- NQF Level 6: Professional level
🧰 Featured EWSETA Qualifications by Field
🔧 Civil Engineering & Water Services
- Water & Wastewater Process Operations (NQF 2–4)
- Water Purification Processes (NQF 4)
- Wastewater Reticulation Services (NQF 2–4)
- Community Water, Health & Sanitation (NQF 2–4)
⚡ Electrical & Renewable Energy
- Electrical Generation & Distribution (NQF 2–4)
- Renewable Energy Technician (NQF 2–3)
- Domestic Appliance Repair (NQF 3–4)
🏭 Manufacturing & Power Plant Operations
- Cable Jointing & Termination (NQF 4)
- Fossil & Nuclear Power Plant Operations (NQF 3–5)
- Power Plant Auxiliary Systems (NQF 3)
- Power Plant Process Control (NQF 5)
📐 Engineering & Instrumentation
- Mechanical Engineering (Fitting/Rigging)
- Measurement, Control & Instrumentation (NQF 2–4)
- Energy Regulation & Electrical Dispatch (NQF 5)
☢️ Radiation Protection
- Radiation Monitoring & Protection (NQF 3–5)
- Radiation Protection Certificate (NQF 4)
✅ How to Use This Info as a Learner
- Search the SAQA Qualification: Use the SAQA ID listed above.
- Scroll to the Bottom of the Qualification Page: Accredited training providers are listed there.
- Google Accredited Providers: If none are listed, search the qualification name + “accredited provider.”
- Verify Accreditation: Make sure the provider lists a SETA registration number.
📌 Stay Updated
New qualifications are being registered all the time. Keep checking platforms like SAQA, QCTO, and SETA portals, or follow hashtags like #KeepClimbing to stay ahead.
🚀 Ready to Start?
Whether you’re a student, unemployed youth, or someone looking to upskill, EWSETA qualifications offer real-world, job-ready training that opens doors in high-demand fields like water treatment, energy efficiency, and engineering.