QCTO Accreditation: Your Assurance of Quality in Library and Information Studies
At the Accredited Africa Training Institute for Capacity Development (AATICD), we take pride in offering courses that are SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned. This triple accreditation ensures that every qualification meets the highest standards set by South Africa’s quality assurance bodies. 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. When you choose AATICD, you choose a provider that has earned the trust of these three councils.
Why QCTO Accreditation Matters for Library Professionals
The QCTO focuses specifically on occupational qualifications, ensuring that training is practical, industry-relevant, and directly applicable to the workplace. For library and information professionals, this means your skills are benchmarked against national occupational standards. Our courses in this category are designed to equip you with the competencies needed to manage information resources, support community literacy, and apply library legislation effectively.
Our Library and Information Studies Courses
We offer a range of unit-standard-based courses that are SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned. Here are three key programmes:
- Basic Information Literacy Skills (NQF Level 5, 15 Credits, 12 Days) – Unit Standard ID: 244274. This course builds foundational skills for finding, evaluating, and using information effectively.
- Lay Out Pages For Publication Training (NQF Level 5, 10 Credits, 7 Days) – Unit Standard ID: 120214. Learn to design and layout pages for print and digital publications.
- Library and Information Resource Collection Management (NQF Level 5, 8 Credits, 5 Days) – Unit Standard ID: 244275. Master the principles of building and managing a library collection.
Other courses include Library Legislation Policies and Statutes Application, Library Physical Resource Maintenance, Literacy and Reading Promotion in LIS Communities, Reference Skills for Workplace Research, and Role of Library and Information Services in Community. Each is designed to meet the rigorous requirements of the QCTO occupational qualifications framework.
Flexible Delivery Modes to Suit Your Schedule
We understand that professionals have busy lives. That’s why we offer three delivery modes for all our courses:
- Online – Study from anywhere with our interactive virtual classroom.
- On-Campus in Pretoria – Attend face-to-face sessions at our Pretoria training centre.
- In-House – We bring the training to your organisation, customised to your needs.
Whichever mode you choose, you’ll receive the same quality instruction and support.
Your Credential: An NQF-Aligned 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 recognised by employers and industry bodies, thanks to our triple accreditation. It shows that you have met the national standards for occupational competence.
How to Register and Get Pricing
Ready to advance your career? Here’s how to get started:
- Visit our courses page to see the full list of programmes and their details.
- Email us at [email protected] for any enquiries or to request a quotation.
- Call us on +27 12 004 8389 to speak with a training advisor.
For pricing, please see the live per-delegate rate on each course card below or request a quotation via our website or email. We do not publish prices here as they vary by course and delivery mode.
Take the Next Step with AATICD
With our SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned courses, you can be confident that your training investment is sound. Whether you choose Basic Information Literacy Skills, Lay Out Pages For Publication Training, or any of our other library and information programmes, you are building a career on a solid foundation. Contact us today to enrol or learn more.
Information Studies Courses in Our Catalogue
- Basic Information Literacy Skills —
- Lay Out Pages For Publication Training —
- Library and Information Resource Collection Management —
- Library Legislation Policies and Statutes Application —
- Library Physical Resource Maintenance —
- Literacy and Reading Promotion in LIS Communities —
- Reference Skills for Workplace Research —
- Role of Library and Information Services in Community —