Description
This qualification will contribute to the setting of standards in the resolving of crime sectors and
will enhance the ability of professionals within the sector. This qualification will equip the
learners with the abilities and competencies needed within the sector. This qualification will
provide learners with elective areas in which learners will be able to specialize such as
commercial investigations, private investigations, organized crime investigations and violent
crime investigations.
Accreditation and Duration
This course is accredited by the Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA)
With a duration of 12 Months
With this qualification you could enter the following careers:
SAPS.
Metros
Crime preventers
Crime Investigators
Private security
Admission requirements
Learners who want to register for this qualification must have the following;
Completed registration form
Certified copies of your latest qualification
Certified ID Copies of both applicant and Parent/guardian
2 ID photos (Colour)
Proof of residential address
A non-refundable registration and administration fee of R2 500.00
Entry Requirement
Horizontal Articulation: National Certificate: Policing
Vertical Articulation: Bachelors: Police Practice
Examinations and Assessment
Examinations will be written during the first semester (June) and the second semester (December) of
every year during the course period. It is required that learners submit one assignment per module before
final assessments.
Learners will be formatively and summative assessed in theoretical studies on the basis of assignments,
as individuals and group projects and as well as short tests. Assignments, case studies, problem-solving
techniques will assist with formative assessments. Learners will also be formatively assessed in real work
environment on the basis of observation in natural setting of social service provision for a period of 6
months.
Workplace Opportunities
This qualification requires a learner to be physically fit and competent in the use of firearms. For this
reason, all learners are required to undergo an external practical training session for experimental
learning. This includes the physical training component and the firearm training component. This training
is done at a cost of R2500.00 and a statement from the training will be issued for confirmation of level 5
competence
The certificate for this qualification is issued by the Safety and Security Sector Education and Training
on successful completion of all relevant modules and assessments.
