Description:

The purpose of the Higher Certificate in Local Economic Development (LED) is to prepare students for a career in LED. This programme will develop theoretical knowledge and practical competency and skills on NQF 5 in LED to enable students in their working environment. It further prepares students who do not comply with the minimum statutory or institutional admission requirements to access Diploma and/or Degree studies, or students who want to explore various career path options relating to LED. At the end of the programme, students will be able to understand and apply basic LED principles, make decisions in the LED context, interpret relevant information, and effectively work with various role players in the LED profession.

Admission Requirements:

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) NQF level 4, granting access to Higher Certificate studies; A National Certificate (Vocational) (NQF Level 4), granting access to Higher Certificate studies; A foreign qualification equivalent to the NSC as determined by SAQA; Any Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC) at NQF level 4.