OCCUPATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Occupational Certificate:Recruitment Manager NQF Level 5

Course Description

The Occupational Certificate: Recruitment Manager (NQF Level 5) is designed to develop the skills and expertise needed to manage recruitment operations effectively. This qualification equips learners to oversee people, processes, and resources while ensuring compliance with labour legislation and industry standards. With recruitment playing a critical role in employment creation, the programme prepares individuals to lead in a dynamic labour market. Learners gain competencies in workforce management, regulatory compliance, strategic planning, and recruitment marketing, making the qualification relevant to both permanent and temporary employment services.

DURATION

18 Months

certification

SAQA Qualifications code 118251

QCTO/SDP220624100028

Credits 186

entry requirements

National Senior Certificate (NSC)/Grade 12 or NCV Level 4 withrelevant subjects.

Competency in English.

What You’ll Learn

Recruitment Management Fundamentals – roles, responsibilities, and organizational alignment.

Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition – sourcing strategies, selection techniques, and candidate matching.

Labour Law & Compliance – ethical, legal, and regulatory recruitment practices.

Recruitment Marketing & Employer Branding – strategies to attract and retain top talent.

Staff & Resource Management – leadership, team coordination, and operational efficiency.

Financial Planning & Budgeting – cost control and resource allocation.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting – evaluating recruitment effectiveness and improving strategies.

Professional Development – staying updated on industry trends and best practices.

Career Opportunities

1.Recruitment Manager – lead recruitment operations and oversee hiring processes.

2.Talent Acquisition Manager – design and implement sourcing and hiring strategies.

3.HR Recruitment Specialist – handle candidate sourcing, interviewing, and selection.

4.Staffing & Employment Services Manager – manage temporary and permanent workforce placements.

5.Workforce Planning Manager – forecast and plan staffing needs for organisations.

Payment Options

Payment Structure – Online: R22,000 | Onsite: R22,500

(Both include R1,500 Registration Fee)

Plan Duration Mode Registration Fee Balance Monthly Payment Total Paid
3-Month Plan Online R1,500 (upfront) R20,500 R6,833.33 R22,000
3-Month Plan Onsite R1,500 (upfront) R21,000 R7,000.00 R22,500
6-Month Plan Online R1,500 (upfront) R20,500 R3,416.67 R22,000
6-Month Plan Onsite R1,500 (upfront) R21,000 R3,500.00 R22,500
12-Month Plan Online R1,500 (upfront) R20,500 R1,708.33 R22,000
12-Month Plan Onsite R1,500 (upfront) R21,000 R1,750.00 R22,500
  • Registration Fee secures your spot and is non-refundable.
  • Instalments begin after registration and are due monthly or biweekly.

Knowledge Modules

Knowledge Module Code Title Credits
121907-001-00-KM-01Introductory Studies for Private Employment Agency Managers, Level 44
121907-001-00-KM-02Communication, Level 44
121907-001-00-KM-03Operational Management, Level 54
121907-001-00-KM-04Private Employment Agency Systems and Processes, Level 58
121907-001-00-KM-05Human Resource Management, Level 54
121907-001-00-KM-06Industrial Relations Management, Level 54
121907-001-00-KM-07Compliance to Industry Standards and Risk Management, Level 66
121907-001-00-KM-08Client Relationship Management, Level 68
121907-001-00-KM-09Financial Management Concepts, Level 56
Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules48

Practical Skill Modules

Practical Module Code Title Credits
121907-001-00-PM-01Maintain Productive and Effective Work Teams, Level 44
121907-001-00-PM-02Develop, Review and Report on Operational Plans and Targets, Level 58
121907-001-00-PM-03Manage Service Level Agreements, Level 54
121907-001-00-PM-04Manage, Implement and Review a Client Relationship Management Strategy, Level 56
121907-001-00-PM-05Supervise Internal Personnel, Level 46
121907-001-00-PM-06Manage Workforce Discipline and Relationships, Level 56
121907-001-00-PM-07Manage Personnel Performance and Capacity, Level 46
121907-001-00-PM-08Administer Human Resources Processes, Level 46
121907-001-00-PM-09Monitor Compliance with the Recruitment Process, Level 610
121907-001-00-PM-10Attend to Financial Control Practices, Level 612
121907-001-00-PM-11Set and Monitor the Achievement of Operational Recruitment Targets, Level 68
121907-001-00-PM-12Establish, Grow and Maintain Recruitment Agency Services, Level 68
Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules84

Work Experience Modules

Workplace Skills Code Title Credits
121907-001-00-WM-01Operational Planning, Review and Management Processes in a Private Employment Agency Environment, Level 610
121907-001-00-WM-02Lead, Manage and Develop Staff to Ensure Productive Business Operations in a Private Employment Agency Environment, Level 412
121907-001-00-WM-03Manage Legal Compliance in a Private Employment Agency Environment, Level 58
121907-001-00-WM-04Manage Budgets and Control Expenditure in a Private Employment Agency, Level 58
121907-001-00-WM-05Deliver Effective and Efficient Recruitment Services in a Private Employment Agency, Level 516
Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules54

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