The transition from SAQA to QCTO qualifications is well underway, and for merSETA-funded training providers, now is the time to prepare, adapt, and lead. As South Africa moves toward a streamlined occupational qualifications framework, training institutions must understand how to upgrade their current SAQA qualifications and align with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations…
As the training and skills development environment in South Africa continues to evolve, merSETA-funded providers and candidates must stay informed about the reporting requirements tied to both SAQA and QCTO qualifications. These frameworks carry distinct processes, responsibilities, and documentation standards — and failing to comply can lead to delays in certification, audit failures, or even…
As South Africa’s training and development landscape transitions fully from SAQA to QCTO qualifications, compliance expectations are evolving — especially when it comes to the Portfolio of Evidence (PoE). For training providers, facilitators, and assessors, understanding QCTO’s PoE requirements is crucial for continued accreditation and learner success. What Is a Portfolio of Evidence? A Portfolio…
South Africa’s education and training landscape is changing. Are you ready? The transition from SAQA (South African Qualifications Authority) to QCTO (Quality Council for Trades and Occupations) marks one of the most important shifts for training providers — especially those accredited by SETAs like merSETA. If you manage learnerships, internships, or apprenticeships, understanding this shift…
Training providers are constantly juggling multiple responsibilities: tracking daily attendance, managing learner stipends, maintaining digital or paper logbooks, and ensuring strict compliance with SSETA requirements. It’s a heavy load, and when done manually, it can quickly become overwhelming, time-consuming, and prone to error. That’s where CloudPOE steps in. Our platform was built with your challenges…
In today’s fast-paced business environment, compliance reporting and stipend tracking can be daunting, especially for organizations operating within highly regulated sectors like hospitality, tourism, and cleaning. Ensuring adherence to the Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) requirements is crucial to avoid penalties and maintain funding. This is where CloudPOE steps in as an innovative, all-in-one…
In an era where digital transformation is sweeping across industries, learnership management systems are ripe for innovation. Traditionally, these programs rely heavily on manual processes—paper logbooks, in-person attendance tracking, and endless compliance paperwork. While these methods worked in the past, they are no longer sustainable in a world where efficiency, data accuracy, and real-time reporting…
In South Africa’s education and skills development landscape, learnership management remains a critical component, particularly for SETA-funded programs. Unfortunately, many organizations continue to rely on manual processes for tracking learner progress, compliance, and reporting. This outdated approach often leads to inefficiencies, delays, and increased administrative costs. Digitization offers a solution by automating these processes and…
Introduction: As businesses and educational institutions continue to adapt to an increasingly digital world, the need for efficient and effective training management solutions has never been greater. Cloud-based systems, like CloudPOE, are quickly becoming the preferred choice for managing learnerships and internships. But why is that? In this post, we’ll explore the top five benefits…
Introduction: In today’s fast-paced world, organizations are constantly seeking ways to streamline their processes and improve efficiency. When it comes to managing learnerships and internships, traditional methods can often be cumbersome, time-consuming, and prone to errors. Enter CloudPOE—a powerful, cloud-based training management solution designed to revolutionize how organizations handle their training programs. What is CloudPOE?…