NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
The National Certificate in Public Administration provides foundational training for individuals seeking to build a career in the public sector. This qualification is
designed to develop essential administrative, communication, and organisational skills needed to support effective governance and service delivery. It introduces
students to the principles of public administration, including public policy, ethics, and basic financial management, while emphasising the importance of accountability
and professionalism in public service. Participants will be well-prepared to take on entry-level roles in government departments, municipalities, and non-profit
organisations, contributing to the efficient functioning of public institutions.
QUALIFICATION SPECIFICATIONS
• SAQA ID: 50060
• NQF Level: 5
• Credits: 143
• Duration: 12 Months
• Accreditation Body: PSETA
• A Further Education and Training Certificate or equivalent
• Communication NQF level 4
• Mathematical Literacy NQF level 4
• Unit standard (120392): Demonstrate an understanding of and
apply principles of knowledge management to public sector
administration and management (recommended)
OCCUPATION FUNCTION
The National Certificate in Public Administration equips individuals with the foundational
skills and knowledge required to perform administrative and support
functions within the public sector. Certificate holders are typically responsible
for tasks such as record-keeping, data entry, customer service, basic financial
administration, and assisting with the implementation of
public policies and procedures.
The programme is divided into six modules covering the following:
• Personal and Team Effectiveness
• Legislation, policy and ethical principles
• Service delivery
• Transformation in public entities
The programme consists of:
• Facilitator led online knowledge modules
• Facilitator led online practical modules
• Final Integrated Summative Assessment
VERTICAL ARTICULATION
• Financial Management (NQF Level 5 and 6)
• Financial Services (NQF Level 5 and 6)
• Business Administration (NQF Level 5 and 6)
• Public Finance Management and Administration (NQF Level 5 and 6)
• Municipal Finance Management and Administration (NQF Level 5
and 6)
• Generic Financial Management, Leadership in Local Government
(NQF Level 5 and 6)
• Generic Management (NQF Level 5 and 6)
• Certificate: Public Administration and Management (NQF Level 5)
• Advanced Diploma: Governance and Public Administration
(NQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Administration: Public Administration (NQF Level 6)
