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ExpertLynel Farrell added a discussion to the group Concerned Providers Interest Group - QCTO/SAQA/SETA
QCTO Database - where is the Quality of Evaluation gone?
Accuracy and recording of data is always important. If Providers do not record data correct, you get into trouble, right? Not knowing the FLCP (Foundational Learning Competence Providers) part within the QCO Model, I wanted to explore a bit. …See More
Edmore Bowora added a discussion to the group Freelance FacilitatorsFreelance Facilitator for Business and Financial Management Training for a Cooperative Urgently Required.
We need a facilitator for Business and Financial Management for a Cooperative just outside Harrismith FS. The delegates are not well educated hence a good communicator in both English & Sotho will be an added advantage. Please email me your…See More
Chris van Niekerk added a discussion to the group Learning Material Development
Learning Material for Accommodation Services.
I am desperately looking for learning material for the following qualifications:ID 14110 National Certificate Accommodation ServicesID 14123 National Diploma Accommodation ServicesID 65830 Diploma: Reception operations & ServicesID 20414 …See More
Charles Dey replied to sylvia hammond's discussion How are SETAs administering discretionary grants?"I think that your understanding of the process is correct and in my experience with one of the SETAs the process takes 4 -6 months. I am of course open to correction"
Kate Sani replied to Dr Jacqueline Baumgardt (Jax)'s discussion QCTO developments"Thank you Sylvia.
The QCTO and SETA's have been very busy since late last year identifying those legacy qualifications that they consider should be re-registered and those to be de-registered. Ultimately the decision regarding re-registration…"
Freelance Facilitators
A group for Qualified and Experienced facilitators who are available for freelance work. Register your contact details and province in order to be contacted by providers who might have a need.See More
ExpertLynel Farrell replied to Dr Jacqueline Baumgardt (Jax)'s discussion QCTO developments
"Okay, stop! With all this QDF, DQP, AQP, PDI, SDP, LQDF, QAP, FLCP, LMD, AQPF, OAP and the other abbreviations that I have missed out – I have a splitting headache. So to put things in perspective for this little blond brain of…"
ExpertDes Squire replied to Des Squire's discussion Temporary Employees and 2015 regulations
"Judith Griessel a labour Law Consultant at Griessel Consulting responded as follows
Des, you have asked the million dollar question - and I do not think there is an easy answer (yet!). As I mentioned, it is still somewhat 'gray' what…"
ExpertLynel Farrell replied to Dr Jacqueline Baumgardt (Jax)'s discussion QCTO developments
"SSeta: Length of time to achieve accreditation
The accreditation process to take ten weeks (if no remediation or additional requirements are to be submitted). A provider will achieve provisional accreditation if:
1. The minimum (against…"
Chris van Niekerk joined Mariska Homan's groupLearning Material Development
Individuals and companies involved in the development of learning material.See More
ExpertHannes Nel replied to Dr Jacqueline Baumgardt (Jax)'s discussion QCTO developments
"Where are you (situated), Renee? How would you like to be involved? Can you send me your CV if, for example, you would like to facilitate for us? Can't make any promises but we are always on the lookout for talented educators and researchers."
Renee' McGibbon replied to Dr Jacqueline Baumgardt (Jax)'s discussion QCTO developments"Hi Lynel,
I agree it is risky, but it is the perfect qualification for their intended offering. This is for primary scope accreditation, and unfortunately no other qualifications will be submitted at this stage.
Assessors and Moderators are in…"
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Temporary Employees and 2015 regulations
Started by Des Squire in Employment Practices: Recruitment, Succession Planning, Labour Brokers. Last reply by Des Squire yesterday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
The purpose of the amendments is to prevent employers using fixed term contracts when a position is not really temporary - to “try out” employees and if it doesn’t work out appoint someone else on the same basis or – to appoint temporary employees…Continue
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Started by Pono Pitsoe in General - topics not covered by categories yesterday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Hi thereI am trying to convert a .PPT file format to .DOC file format. What software can I use. I tried the online converters and they are not helping.Thank you for your assistanceContinue
How are SETAs administering discretionary grants?
Started by sylvia hammond in Skills, Sector Education & Training Authorities (SETAs), levies & scarce skills. Last reply by Charles Dey 12 hours ago. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Noone can say that skills development doesn't contribute to lifelong learning - I learn every day.Recently it came to my attention that there may be a legal difference in the obligations on DHET between the legislation in the form of Acts, which are…Continue
Tags: grants, mandatory, discretionary, basic, adult
Invitation to all SHEQ training providers
Started by Rudy Maritz in Education, ECD, Post-school Education & Training on Thursday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
We want to hear from training providers who wants to promote their events on our member website.The following fields are acceptable:Health & SafetyQuality ManagementEnvironmental ManagementEnterprise Risk ManagementCorporate Social…Continue
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Aliens don’t negotiate. Build respect in your negotiating teams.
Posted by Brian V Moore on January 29, 2015 at 10:30 0 Comments 0 Likes
Building respect and relationships, within negotiating teams will change the outcomes of wage negotiations.
Picture an All Black playing against the Springboks. They are traditional rivals. As he walks onto the field, he has no thought of negotiation in mind. His focus is to win at any cost. The Bok players feel exactly the same.
His team start with an impressive Haka. (In South Africa…
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How to lose your SETA Accreditation – or not
Posted by Jeanine Topping on January 29, 2015 at 9:45 0 Comments 0 Likes
Any SETA will take action against training providers who do not adhere to the accreditation agreement and conditions they have with a training provider when they are awarded their accreditation. Some training providers are not aware that certain conduct by them will result in criminal transgressions.
Some of these may be:
• Learners assessed against unit standards which the accredited training provider, assessor or moderator have not been accredited or…
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Napping and Productivity
Posted by sharon snell on January 27, 2015 at 9:09 6 Comments 5 Likes
This a very interesting article on the benefits of napping from Productivity SA Newsletter for January
Napping and Productivity
A general consensus has emerged over the years that people nap not to recover from last night's party, but more often than not to make up for early-morning commutes, long work hours, and too many responsibilities at home. After a little nap, they feel more alert and do a better job. In fact, some American…
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Quality Assurer: Funeral Services Specialisation
Posted by Emma Ka Mbele on January 23, 2015 at 17:00 0 Comments 0 Likes
SERVICES SETA ADVERT
The Services Sector Education and Training Authority (SSETA), a statutory body established in terms of the Skills Development Act, 1998 (Act 97 of 1998), invites applications for the positions hereunder:
Job Title Quality Assurer: Funeral Services Specialisation
Total Cost to Company R315 794 – R564 281 per annum
Job Grade Grade C Upper
Division/Department Quality Management Division
Geographic Location…
Quality Assurer: Beauty Services Specialisation
Posted by Emma Ka Mbele on January 23, 2015 at 17:00 0 Comments 0 Likes
SERVICES SETA VACANCY
The Services Sector Education and Training Authority (SSETA), a statutory body established in terms of the Skills Development Act, 1998 (Act 97 of 1998),…
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