Skills Development Facilitator Training,

Level 4,5,6, & 29 credits

SAQA Registration nr. 15221, 15218, 15217, 15232, 15227, 252041 
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How you will learn:

This programme is designed for aspiring or current Skills Development Facilitators who need to gain practical, recognised experience in a short period of time. It combines expert-led guidance with flexible, blended learning to help you apply what you learn, immediately and effectively.


💡 Learning Approach:

Blended learning with flexible online access and structured support


🕒 Programme Duration:

Complete your training in approximately 3 months


🎓 Contact Sessions:

Participate in 10 hours of expert-led sessions to reinforce key learning


📚 Notional Hours:

100 notional hours covering theory, applied knowledge, and workplace-based tasks


📝 Assessment Duration:

Approximately 40 hours dedicated to assessment tasks and final submissions


📄 Certification Outcome:

Receive a Statement of Results issued by the ETDQA/QCTO, aligned to national standards

What this course will enable you to do - Your learning Outcomes

This skills programme equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills to coordinate and manage skills development processes within an organisation, in line with South Africa’s Skills Development Act and related legislation.

Learners will be able to analyse training needs, develop workplace skills plans, and implement targeted learning interventions that support employee development and organisational performance.

They will gain the ability to advise stakeholders on skills development matters, manage related documentation and reporting requirements, and promote a learning culture that supports continuous improvement.

This programme is ideal for professionals seeking to strengthen or formalise their capabilities in skills development coordination, workplace training planning, and learning facilitation in both public and private sector contexts.

Modules - What you will learn

Throughout this programme, you will complete the following modules designed to build both theoretical understanding and practical application of skills development facilitation:

🧩 Module 1: The Role of the Skills Development Facilitator
Understand the legislative framework, key responsibilities, and strategic function of the SDF in the occupational learning system.

📊 Module 2: Conducting a Training Needs Analysis
Learn how to identify skills gaps through workplace analysis and stakeholder engagement to determine appropriate learning outcomes.

📝 Module 3: Developing a Workplace Training & Development Plan
Gain the skills to compile a Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) aligned to organisational goals and sectoral requirements.

🔄 Module 4: Coordinating Skills Development Interventions
Discover how to plan, implement, and manage structured learning interventions that improve workforce capacity.

🗂 Module 5: Skills Development Administration and Reporting
Learn how to manage documentation, track learner progress, and ensure compliance with reporting requirements (e.g. ATR submissions).

🌱 Module 6: Promoting a Learning Culture
Explore techniques to build support for continuous learning and encourage knowledge sharing across teams and departments.

Who Should Apply?

Is This Skills Programme for You?

✔ You’re an HR or Training Manager responsible for learning and development initiatives
✔ You’re a Line Manager, Supervisor, or Team Leader involved in planning or coordinating staff training
✔ You’re a Trainer, Facilitator, or Coach looking to expand your role into skills development
✔ You’re a current or aspiring Skills Development Facilitator seeking formal recognition or upskilling
✔ You’re a Learning Material Developer or Moderator who wants to better understand the SDF function
✔ You’re working towards a career in skills planning, workforce development, or organisational learning support

Entry Requirements

To enroll in this qualification, you should:

✔ Have Communication, Mathematical Literacy, and Computer Literacy at NQF Level 4 (e.g. Matric or equivalent)
✔ Be currently working in or aspiring to work in a training, HR, or skills development role
✔ Have access to a workplace environment where you can complete practical activities and assessments
✔ Be able to participate in online sessions and submit assignments electronically

What to Expect from the Assessment Process:

Your journey to certification includes the following assessment steps:

✔ Formative Assessment:
Completed throughout the programme through activities, reflections, and submissions that demonstrate your understanding and application of the content.
✔ Portfolio of Evidence (PoE):
You’ll compile real-world documents, reports, and task-based evidence aligned to your SDF responsibilities. This will form your formal submission for assessment.
✔ Final Integrated Summative Assessment (FISA):
Conducted within 3 months of completing the training. This includes a final evaluation of your PoE and may include an interview or additional evidence review.

Learning Support
How You’ll Stay Connected and Supported:

✔ Join Online Contact Sessions (Blended Learning only)
If you’re enrolled in our Blended Learning programme, you’ll attend regular online sessions with a facilitator. These sessions offer interactive training, assessment guidance, and real-world application discussions to deepen your learning.

✔ Access Your Self-Study Resources (Self-Study learners)
Self-study learners can progress at their own pace with access to structured course materials, guided activities, and assessment preparation tools—all available on your learning platform.

✔ Engage with Your Online Community (Available to all learners)
All learners can connect through discussion forums, peer sharing, and collaborative spaces. Whether you’re studying independently or in a group, your questions and insights help shape a richer learning experience.


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Choose Your Learning Plan

Flexible options to fit your goals, lifestyle, and budget

Self-Study Plan -
Monthly Plan

This option is currently not available for this course
Flexible, independent learning with structure and support check-ins.


✔ No live training sessions
✔ Includes structured block program
✔ Access to live assessment prep (where no recordings exist)
✔ Feedback from assessors after each submission
✔ Grouped by start date to ensure pacing and support

✔ No registration fees
✔ Study material included
✔ Includes access to EISA final exam

Blended Learning – Full Payment

R7330/once off
Structured learning with live support and real-time interaction.


✔ Includes live facilitator-led sessions
✔ Peer collaboration and personalised feedback
✔ Full access to resources and learning blocks
✔ Enrol now to join the next available start date

✔ No registration fees
✔ Study material included
✔ Includes access to EISA final exam

Blended Learning – Monthly Plan

R2687/mo x 3 months
Same full support, spread across manageable payments.


✔ Everything in the Full Payment plan
✔ Monthly, interest-free payments
✔ Enroll now to reserve your place in the upcoming intake

✔ No registration fees
✔ Study material included
✔ Includes access to EISA final exam

Please note VAT is not included in the prices listed above.
Our subject matter expertise

Meet our SMEs

Evelyn Salisbury-Stegmann

education, training & development practitioner
As a seasoned education, training and development practitioner, Evelyn has over 30 years of experience in the field. After matriculating, Evelyn’s zest for live and passion for adventure led her to join the South African Navy. Her military background provides her with a strong foundation in leadership, teamwork, self-discipline and structure that continues to be a strong contributor to her many successes. ​
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One of Evelyn’s highlights is her contribution to the chapter titled “Design, develop and evaluate outcomes-based learning programmes” in the book A Basic Guide to Human Resources Management” published by Fleet Street publishers​
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As a highlight motivated, creative and passionate induvial, with a strong character and a “work hard, play hard” attitude. Evelyn is innovative and constantly elances value with quality delivery.​

Janelle Gravett

Education, training & development practitioner

Janelle has been involved in the skills development area in industry sectors such as hospitality, travel, mining, manufacturing, business process outsourcing and services (BPS & O) and education and skills development.

She has a wealth of experience in learning and development methodologies and is an expert in the skills development legislation. ​ She is an Assessor, Moderator and Skills development Facilitator and works with a number of different SETAs.​

She has been part of the QCTO occupational qualification development team for SDF Administrator and Practitioner and part of the development team for the Contact Centre manager Occupational qualification. Currently Janelle is part of the CEP team for the development of the Occ Qualification for Sales and Marketing. ​

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