QCTO Accreditation for Heritage Courses at AATICD
Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) is the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations — the council that oversees occupational qualifications, trade tests and skills programmes, and recognises this course within the occupational qualifications framework. At AATICD (Accredited Africa Training Institute for Capacity Development), all our heritage and culture courses are SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned, ensuring that your qualification meets the highest national standards.
Why QCTO Accreditation Matters
QCTO accreditation guarantees that your training is recognised by employers, professional bodies and the South African government. It validates that the skills you gain are directly relevant to the workplace and aligned with the Occupational Qualifications Framework (OQF). Whether you are entering the heritage sector or advancing your career, a QCTO-accredited qualification sets you apart.
Our Heritage and Culture Courses
AATICD offers a range of heritage courses that are SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned. Below are some of the key programmes:
- Collect and Analyse Research Information (NQF Level 5, 15 credits, 12 days) – Unit Standard 255678
- Community Heritage Preservation Awareness Facilitation Training (NQF Level 4, 10 credits, 7 days) – Unit Standard 114522
- Heritage Administration And Records Management Skills Training (NQF Level 4, 12 credits, 9 days) – Unit Standard 114524
- Heritage Conservation Management Preventing Deterioration Factors Training (NQF Level 4, 16 credits, 13 days) – Unit Standard 114530
- Heritage Preservation Skills For Cultural Objects And Sites Training (NQF Level 4, 5 credits, 2 days) – Unit Standard 114513
- Heritage Research Assistant Skills For Cultural Institutions Training (NQF Level 4, 5 credits, 2 days) – Unit Standard 114515
- Heritage Resource Categorisation for South Africa (NQF Level 5, 10 credits, 7 days) – Unit Standard 255675
- Heritage Resource Monitoring And Preservation Reporting Training (NQF Level 4, 16 credits, 13 days) – Unit Standard 114528
- Heritage Resource Preservation Monitoring (NQF Level 5, 15 credits, 12 days) – Unit Standard 255676
- Physical Resource Management for Supervisors (NQF Level 5, 15 credits, 12 days) – Unit Standard 242649
Flexible Delivery Modes
We understand that professionals have different learning preferences. That is why we offer three delivery modes:
- Online – Study from anywhere at your own pace with full tutor support.
- On-campus in Pretoria – Attend face-to-face classes at our Pretoria campus and benefit from hands-on training.
- In-house – We bring the training to your organisation, ideal for teams and customised learning.
Certificate of Competence
Upon completion, depending on the course taken you will receive an NQF-aligned Certificate of Competence that demonstrates your expertise. This certificate is SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned, giving you a credential that is recognised across South Africa.
How to Register
Ready to advance your career in heritage and culture? Here is how to get started:
- Browse our full course list at /courses.
- Email us at [email protected] for enquiries and quotations.
- Call us at +27 12 004 8389 to speak with a training advisor.
For pricing, see the live per-delegate rate on each course card below or request a quotation via /courses or [email protected]. The website is the single source of truth for prices.
Invest in Your Future with QCTO-Accredited Training
Choosing AATICD means choosing quality, flexibility and recognition. Our heritage courses are designed to equip you with practical skills that meet industry needs. With SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned programmes, you can be confident that your qualification will open doors. Enrol today and take the next step in your professional journey.
Cultural Studies Courses in Our Catalogue
- Collect and Analyse Research Information —
- Community Heritage Preservation Awareness Facilitation Training —
- Heritage Administration And Records Management Skills Training —
- Heritage Conservation Management Preventing Deterioration Factors Training —
- Heritage Preservation Skills For Cultural Objects And Sites Training —
- Heritage Research Assistant Skills For Cultural Institutions Training —
- Heritage Resource Categorisation for South Africa —
- Heritage Resource Monitoring And Preservation Reporting Training —
- Heritage Resource Preservation Monitoring —
- Physical Resource Management for Supervisors —
- Policy Analysis and Organisational Policy Development —
- Project Concept Development and Presentation —