QCTO Aquaculture Farmer NQF Level 4 Credits 176 OC104912 Training Material

Description

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION
Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare the learner to operate as an Aquaculture Farmer. An
Aquaculture Farmer promotes productivity through overseeing activities performed by team
members within the aquaculture industry to ensure the attainment of aquaculture production
objectives, and economic and environmental sustainability.
A qualified learner will be able to:
 Perform basic duties related to the production of farmed aquatic organisms.
 Perform duties related to the production of farmed aquatic organisms.
 Oversee the execution of planned activities to ensure the attainment of production targets.
 Monitor and assess or evaluate activities/outcomes according to standard operating procedures
within the aquaculture industry.
 Manage resources to achieve organizational goals.
Rationale:
The South African government has recognised that aquaculture is a focus area in the Industrial
Policy Action Plan, in line with the National Development Plan and the current Operation Phakisa. In
comparison with other industries, aquaculture is a new and fast growing industry. As a result, this
created a skills demand. Aquaculture contributes to sustainable food production and food security.
The Occupational Certificate: Aquaculture Farmer will provide a foundation in aquaculture practices
that will allow persons to enter into a formal career in the aquaculture industry. This qualification is
intended to improve areas related to career opportunities and possibilities for potential learners.
This qualification is for new entrants, individuals, and employees who are currently employed within
the aquaculture industry. The part-qualification forms the basis for learners to extend their learning
into more specialized areas in the aquaculture industry, including farm workers in the aquaculture
industry, and farm owners in farming operations.
Upon completion of this qualification, learners will be able to perform functions related to the
production of farmed aquatic organisms, oversee the execution of planned activities to ensure the
attainment of production targets, monitor and assess activities/outcomes accordingly and manage
resources to achieve organizational goals.
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
RPL for Access to the External Integrated Summative Assessment:
Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified
in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and
workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of results or certifying a work
experience record.
RPL for Access to the Qualification:
Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognize prior learning against the relevant
access requirements.
Entry Requirements:
 NQF Level 1 qualification.
Or
 Adults Education and Training (AET) Level 4 with 3 years’ experience within the aquaculture
industry.