Skills Develpopment Facilitation Practitioner (SDF)
The Skills Development Facilitation Practitioner skill set is designed to develop competencies for employees who operate within the human resource management or human development space in an organisation. In particular, it supports those responsible for workforce growth and capability building.
Furthermore, the programme strengthens their ability to plan and implement development initiatives effectively. As a result, organisations can drive skills development in a more structured and impactful way.
Ultimately, this ensures that skills development efforts align with organisational goals and deliver measurable outcomes.
NQF:
5
Entry Requirements:
- NQF Level 4
- Delegates should note that an assessor can only assess that in which they are qualified in.
Credits: 20
Accreditation: QCTO
Skills Programme: SP-220321
The Role of a Skills Development Facilitator Practitioner (SDF)
A Skills Development Facilitation (SDF) Practitioner is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and managing an organisation’s skills development strategy. In particular, the practitioner ensures alignment with Skills Development Act requirements. Furthermore, the practitioner works closely with relevant Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) to meet compliance standards. At the same time, the practitioner aligns all initiatives with organisational objectives.
As a result, the organisation can implement skills development in a structured, compliant, and goal-driven manner. Ultimately, this approach supports both workforce growth and long-term organisational success.
Detailed Information
Who Should Attend the Training?
- Firstly, this programme is intended for individuals who wish to obtain certification as a Skills Development Facilitation Practitioner (SDFP). In addition, it is suitable for those who need to register or engage with their relevant Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) or the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) as Skills Development Facilitators.
- Furthermore, the programme benefits personnel working within human resource management or human development roles. Moreover, it is particularly relevant for individuals involved in training and skills planning, including workplace skills planning and skills levy claims.
- Finally, it also supports those who are working towards the SAQA 101321 Occupational Certificate Training and Development Practitioner.
Components Covered
Knowledge Component
242401-001-KM-01: The Statutory Learning and Development Environment. NQF Level 5, 8 Credits KM-01-KT01: The Statutory Framework that Governs the South African Qualification Authority. KM-01-KT02: The Statutory Framework that Governs the Skills Development Environment. KM-01-KT03: The Statutory and Regulatory Framework that Governs Skills Development Funding.<br KM-01-KT04: National Occupational Skills Development Structures, Policies and Priorities.242401-001-KM-06: Workplace Learning and Development Planning, Evaluation and Reporting. NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
KM-06-KT01: Workplace learning and development planning.
KM-06-KT02: Learning program sourcing, evaluation and selection.
KM-06-KT03: Workplace learning and development reporting.
Application Component
242401-001-PM-02: Plan, Conduct and Report on a Learning and Development Needs Analysis. NQF Level 5, 16 CreditsPM-02-PS01: Provide information and advice concerning occupational learning.
PM-02-PS02: Collect, analyse data and report on workplace learning and development needs.
PM-02-PS03: Develop a workplace learning and development plan. PM-02-PS04: Monitor the implementation of a workplace learning and development plan.
PM-02-PS05: Conduct learning and development administration and reporting.
242401-001-WM-02: Conduct Skills Development Facilitation (SDF) Processes as Required for Mandatory Grant Payments. NQF Level 5, 8 Credits
WM-02-WE01: Complete an assignment in an authentic work environment on skills development facilitation processes under the guidance of a subject matter expert.
Exit Level Outcomes (ELO) and Associated Assessment Criteria (AAC)
Analyse learning and development needs, within an occupational context, compile learning and development plans and reports and guide stakeholders on learning and development trends, practices and quality assurance.
- Learning priorities are established by means of a structured and valid process within the contextual requirements.
- Data is collected, collated, analysed, interpreted and the findings presented, in terms of the contextual requirements.
- Consultative processes are facilitated, documented and reported on, as an integral component of the skills development facilitation processes.
- Information and advice on skills development issues is presented and aligned with current skills development practices and requirements.
- Learning is promoted in line with individual and organisational needs, using appropriate and effective communication techniques.
- Learning and development reporting complies with the regulatory requirements of a specific sector education and training authority.
- Ethical conduct is displayed through the adherence to quality and regulatory practices when compiling learning and development plans and reports.