Why SETA Accreditation Matters for Your Archaeology Training
When you invest in professional development, you want a credential that is recognised by industry and backed by a quality-assurance body. That is why AATICD (Accredited Africa Training Institute for Capacity Development) offers SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned archaeology courses. The Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) is the industry-specific quality council that quality-assures workplace learning and recognises this programme as SETA-aligned training for sector skills development. By choosing a SETA-accredited course, you ensure your qualification meets the standards demanded by employers in heritage management, museums, and archaeological consulting.
What Does SETA Accreditation Mean for You?
SETAs are responsible for ensuring that training programmes are relevant to the needs of their sector. When you complete a SETA-accredited course, your certificate carries weight because it has been reviewed against national occupational standards. AATICD’s archaeology courses are not only SETA-accredited but also SAQA and QCTO accredited and aligned, giving you a triple assurance of quality. This means your learning outcomes are mapped to the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), and your skills are recognised across South Africa.
Explore Our SETA-Accredited Archaeology Courses
AATICD offers a range of archaeology unit standards that are SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned. Here are three examples from our curriculum:
- Apply Knowledge Of How Archaeological Deposits Accumulate Training (NQF Level 3, 10 credits, 7 days) – Unit Standard 119863. This course teaches you to interpret stratigraphy and site formation processes.
- Demonstrate Knowledge Of Iron Age Archaeology Training (NQF Level 4, 10 credits, 7 days) – Unit Standard 119869. Gain expertise in the material culture of early farming communities.
- Demonstrate Knowledge Of Stone Age Archaeology Training (NQF Level 4, 10 credits, 7 days) – Unit Standard 119877. Understand the deep history of human evolution in southern Africa.
These are just a few of the ten archaeology courses we offer. Each is designed to build practical, workplace-ready skills.
Flexible Learning: Online, On-Campus, or In-House
We understand that professionals have busy schedules. That is why AATICD delivers all its SETA-accredited courses in three modes:
- Online – Study from anywhere with our interactive virtual classroom and self-paced materials.
- On-campus in Pretoria – Attend face-to-face sessions at our training centre in the capital.
- In-house – We bring the training to your organisation, customised to your team’s needs.
Whichever mode you choose, you receive the same high-quality, SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned content.
Your 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 issued by AATICD and is backed by our accreditation status. It shows employers that you have met the rigorous standards of the SETA and the broader quality assurance framework.
How to Enrol
Ready to advance your career with SETA-accredited archaeology training? Here is how to get started:
- Browse our full list of courses at /courses.
- Email us at [email protected] for 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 the contact details above. The website is the single source of truth for prices.
Invest in Quality Training Today
Don’t settle for a qualification that lacks industry recognition. Choose AATICD’s SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned archaeology courses and gain the skills that employers trust. Whether you are a heritage professional, a student, or a career changer, our SETA-accredited programmes will give you the edge you need.
Traditions, History and Legacies Courses in Our Catalogue
- Apply Knowledge Of How Archaeological Deposits Accumulate Training —
- Classify Faunal Remains Prior To Analysis Training —
- Create A Visual Record Of Artefacts And Features For Archiving Or Publication Training —
- Demonstrate Ability To Process And Curate Archaeological Material In A Laboratory Environment Training —
- Demonstrate Knowledge Of Archaeology Applied To Colonial Sites Training —
- Demonstrate Knowledge Of Iron Age Archaeology Training —
- Demonstrate Knowledge Of Stone Age Archaeology Training —
- Demonstrate Techniques To Prepare A Site For Excavation And To Rehabilitate An Archaeological Site Training —
- Explain Basic Legal And Ethical Principles That Apply To Archaeology Training —
- Identify Evidence Of Past Human Activity Training —
- Investigate A Maritime Site Training —
- Investigate Key Aspects Of The Human Past In Southern Africa Training —