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SAQA Qualification · 110353
Radiation Protection Practitioner
R79 300
(Once-off Institutional License Fee)
Professional Role & Capability Blueprint
- Target Designation
- Certified Radiation Protection Practitioner Practitioner
- Competency Focus
- Master specialised practical applications, safety criteria, and regulatory mandates required of a qualified Radiation Protection Practitioner.
- Academic Weight
- Full national recognition at NQF Level 6 yielding 386 credits upon successful PoE verification.
Strategic Institutional Purpose
- Audit Objective
- Formulated to systematically bridge operational skills deficits under the governing EWSETA quality matrix.
- Value Proposition
- Equips your workforce with measurable, legally compliant skills to optimise productivity, satisfy Workplace Skills Plans (WSP), and unlock maximum B-BBEE scorecard weight.
Who is this for
This qualification is ideal for experienced practitioners, supervisors, or managers seeking professional recognition and deeper expertise. It is specifically designed for anyone who aspires to become a radiation protection practitioner and wants a structured, nationally recognised learning pathway. Whether you are currently working in the field or just starting out, this programme will meet you where you are and take you to the next level.
Qualification Rules · Module Matrix
Official SAQA module breakdown parsed from the qualification's registered rules.
Knowledge Modules (KM)
158 crTheory · 23 modules
- 311104-000-00-0010 cr
-KM-01, Fundamentals of Radiation, Mathematics and Physics and Radiation
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-008 cr
-KM-02, Fundamentals of Radiation, Mathematics, Physics and Radiation
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-008 cr
-KM-03, Fundamentals of Radiation, Mathematics and Physics and Radiation
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-006 cr
-KM-04, Quantities and Measurements
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-006 cr
-KM-05, Quantities and Measurements
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-007 cr
-KM-06, Quantities and Measurements
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-004 cr
-KM-07, Biological Effects of Ionising Radiation
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-005 cr
-KM-08, Biological Effects of Ionising Radiation
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-006 cr
-KM-09, The international and South African Framework for Radiation Protection
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-008 cr
-KM-10, The International and South African Framework for Radiation Protection
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-005 cr
-KM-11, Fundamentals of Personnel and Workplace Monitoring
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-004 cr
-KM-12, Advanced Personnel and Workplace Monitoring
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-007 cr
-KM-13, Integration of Personnel and Workplace Monitoring
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-006 cr
-KM-14, Protection against Occupational Exposure
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-008 cr
-KM-15, Protection against Occupational Exposure
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-0010 cr
-KM-16, Application of Protection against Exposures
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-002 cr
-KM-17, Exposure of the Public due to Practices
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-008 cr
-KM-18, Exposure of the Public due to Practices
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-008 cr
-KM-19, Exposure of the Public due to Practices
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-006 cr
-KM-20, Situations of Emergency and Existing Exposure
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-0010 cr
-KM-21, Intervention in Situations of Emergency and Existing Exposure
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-0013 cr
-KM-22, Intervention in Situations of Emergency and Existing Exposure
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-003 cr
-KM-23, Mentoring and Coaching
NQF Level 5
Practical Skill Modules (PM)
100 crApplied · 19 modules
- 311104-000-00-003 cr
-PM-01, Demonstrate Fundamental Radiation-Related Aspects
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-004 cr
-PM-02, Demonstrate Radiation-Related Aspects
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-005 cr
-PM-03, Demonstrate Advanced Radiation-related Aspects
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-003 cr
-PM-04, Demonstrate the use of Monitors and Determine Background Level of Radiation
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-004 cr
-PM-05, Use Radiation Detectors and Perform Radiation Calculations
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-003 cr
-PM-06, Use a Multi-channel Analyser
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-007 cr
-PM-07, Operate Radiological Instrumentation for Monitoring and Surveys
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-005 cr
-PM-08, Select and Recommend Instruments for Procurement
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-006 cr
-PM-09, Conduct Access Control, Surveys and Decontamination
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-004 cr
-PM-10, Interpret Results of Radiation and Contamination Surveys
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-008 cr
-PM-11, Implement Aspects of a Radiation Protection Programme
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-0012 cr
-PM-12, Develop and Evaluate a Facility-specific Radiation Protection Programme
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-005 cr
-PM-13, Perform Radiation Protection-related Administrative Functions
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-004 cr
-PM-14, Conduct Monitoring of Radioactive Materials and Waste
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-007 cr
-PM-15, Transport Radioactive Materials, and Implement Procedures related to the Management of Radioactive Materials and Waste
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-008 cr
-PM-16, Manage Radioactive Materials and Radioactive Waste
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-002 cr
-PM-17, Perform a Leak Test.
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-005 cr
-PM-18, Intervene in Situations of Emergency and Existing Exposure
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-005 cr
-PM-19, Supervise Situations of Emergency and Exposure
NQF Level 6
Work Experience Modules (WM)
120 crSite · 11 modules
- 311104-000-00-00-WM-018 cr
Processes to Operate Radiological Instrumentation
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-00-WM-0212 cr
Processes to Conduct Surveys
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-00-WM-038 cr
Radiological Decontamination Processes
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-00-WM-048 cr
Processes to Assist in the Procurement of Radiological Instrumentation
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-00-WM-0614 cr
Processes to Implement a Radiation Protection Programme
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-00-WM-0720 cr
Processes to Develop and Review a Radiation Protection Programme
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-00-WM-084 cr
Processes to Conduct Monitoring of Radioactive Materials and Waste.
NQF Level 4
- 311104-000-00-00-WM-0916 cr
Processes to Transport Radioactive Materials, and Implement Procedures related to the Management of Radioactive Materials and Waste
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-00-WM-1016 cr
Processes to Manage Radioactive Waste and Liquid Effluent
NQF Level 6
- 311104-000-00-00-WM-116 cr
Processes to Intervene in Situations of Emergency and Existing Exposure
NQF Level 5
- 311104-000-00-00-WM-128 cr
Processes to Intervene in Situations of Emergency and Existing Exposure at the level of the Radiation Protection Practitioner
NQF Level 6
Official SAQA Curriculum
Source of truth · SAQA ID 110353 · Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology › Manufacturing and Assembly
Purpose▾
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Radiation Protection Practitioner. A Radiation Protection Practitioner (RPP) monitors radiation safety compliance by developing, implementing and evaluating a radiation protection programme within a facility. The RPP also conducts radiation-related investigations, develops and evaluates a radiological permit to work with radioactive materials, manages radioactive materials and radioactive waste, transports radioactive materials, performs monitoring activities and institutes radiological controls. The RPP implements and manages radiation protection tasks during an on-site and off-site nuclear or radiological emergency and during fire and medical emergencies involving a radiation casualty. In addition, the RPP liaises with management on matters pertaining to radiation protection. Qualifying learners will be able to: • Monitor radiation levels through conducting surveys by operating radiological instrumentation, and conduct decontamination activities. • Implement a radiation protection programme and intervene in situations of emergency and existing exposure. • Implement procedures related to the management of radioactive materials and transport radioactive materials. • Develop and review specific aspects of a radiation protection programme and supervise situations of emergency and exposure. • Manage radioactive sources, materials and waste.
Rationale▾
Radiation monitoring and protection is critical in any environment where radiation is present. This includes nuclear cycle environments or places where radioactive sources are present, stored, used or transported. This qualification will give learners the requisite knowledge and competencies to perform a range of high-level radiation protection activities. The part-qualification in this qualification allow learners to work is, as Radiation Protection Monitors. This qualification and its part-qualification will give learners the opportunity to apply for the Radiation Protection Officer (RPO) designations at the RPO level for which the qualification prepares them. Typical learners will include those who have completed their schooling or who are currently working in a radiation environment or facility but have no qualification and wish to have their competencies recognised. Other learners could include medical professionals, waste disposal workers, etc. The benefits accruing to the learner who obtains this qualification include a nationally recognised qualification and part qualifications that will improve the current knowledge, skills and competencies of those performing radiation monitoring and radiation protection-related functions. It will also create access to other education and training opportunities for those who wish to pursue a career in radiation at a higher level. Employers will have the benefit of employing Radiation Protection Practitioners who have high-level technical skills in radiation protection and who will contribute towards achieving high-level productivity in their organisations. The benefit to the country includes the fact that this qualification will serve as a national benchmark for Radiation Protection Monitors, Technicians and Practitioners. As far as society is concerned, this occupational qualification and its part qualification will increase employment opportunities. In addition, those acquiring the qualification will protect the public against the dangerous effects of ionising radiation and contribute towards the establishment and maintenance of radiologically safe workplaces and environments.
Learning Assumed to be in Place & RPL▾
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 by certifying a work experience record. RPL for access to the qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements. Entry Requirements: NQF Level 4 qualification with Mathematics and Science.
Exit Level Outcomes▾
- Monitor radiation levels through conducting surveys by operating radiological instrumentation, and conduct decontamination activities.
- Implement a radiation protection programme and intervene in situations of emergency and existing exposure.
- Implement procedures related to the management of radioactive materials and transport radioactive materials.
- Develop and review specific aspects of a radiation protection programme and supervise situations of emergency and exposure.
- Manage radioactive sources, materials and waste
Qualification 110353 · Curriculum Architecture
Occupational Certificate: Radiation Protection Practitioner · NQF Level 6 (386 Credits)
Three Curriculum Pillars
Knowledge Modules
Classroom & E-Learning
- Facilitated lectures & self-study
- Written question banks
- Formative comprehension checks
Practical Skill Modules
Simulated Line Tasks
- Simulated line tasks
- Observation rubrics
- Structured task sheets
Work Experience Modules
On-the-Job Production
- On-the-job rotation
- Mentor logbooks
- Workplace sign-offs
Evidence & Audit Pipeline
Learner Portfolio of Evidence (PoE)Owner · Candidate▾
Admin & Registration
ID, learner contract, induction pack, POPIA consent.
Knowledge Evidence
Written assessments & question banks — KM-01 to KM-07.
Practical Evidence
Task sheets, observation rubrics, assessor photos.
Workplace Evidence
Logbooks, mentor sign-offs, supervisor letters.
Assessor Master FileOwner · Registered Assessor▾
Assessment Reports
Judgements, learner feedback, remediation agreements, appeals log.
Internal Moderation & Quality FileOwner · Moderator / SDP▾
Moderation Evidence
10% sampling matrix, HACCP/LOTO compliance sheets, SDP sign-off.
Final Accreditation Gateway
Issued by the accredited Skills Development Provider once internal moderation is signed off.
Provider submits declaration + PoE to the Assessment Quality Partner (AQP).
QCTO awards the SAQA-registered certificate on successful EISA outcome.
Learning Material Stack
Start-to-Exit Moderation Timeline
- 1
Pre-Delivery Setup
Facilitator induction, learner enrolment forms, baseline assessment, PoE folder issue. Alignment matrix stamped.
- 2
Delivery & Formative Moderation
Modular rollout with formative assessments per KM/PM. Internal moderator reviews evidence weekly; feedback loop before summatives.
- 3
Summative & External Moderation
Summative assessments captured, PoE finalised, submitted for external moderation. Certification uploaded to the SETA/QCTO.
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Book Moderation SessionClassroom Transformation Blueprint
Broken Standard
- 📄Photocopied guides with mismatched outcomes
- ❔Missing formative/summative assessments
- ⚠️No SETA alignment matrix — audit fails
- 🎲Facilitators improvise Radiation Protection Practitioner delivery
- 🕳️PoE gaps flagged in moderation
i2Graduates Transformation
- ✓23 KM + 19 PM + 11 WM modules mapped to NQF Level 6
- ✓Pre-validated assessment bank per module
- ✓EWSETA alignment matrix included
- ✓Facilitator scripts + learner activities per credit
- ✓PoE templates that survive external moderation
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