Faculty of Information & Communications Technology

Occupational Certificate- Software Tester NQF 5

Occupational Certificate: Software Tester – NQF Level 5 SAQA ID 119438 

Software Tester Course South Africa: The Occupational Certificate: Software Tester (NQF Level 5) at Khano Training Institute is designed to equip learners with practical skills in software testing, quality assurance, and system validation for the modern IT industry.

This software tester course in South Africa equips learners with the knowledge and skills required to evaluate, test, and improve software systems to ensure they meet user requirements and perform efficiently.

Learners will gain hands-on experience in identifying bugs, reporting issues, and ensuring that software applications function correctly before deployment. This qualification is ideal for individuals interested in quality assurance, testing processes, and improving software performance in modern IT environments.

Possible Career Choices

  • Software Tester
  • QA (Quality Assurance) Tester
  • Junior Test Analyst
  • Quality Assurance Assistant
  • Software Testing Support Technician

Entry Requirements

  • Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Interest in IT and software systems

 

  • Online / Blended Learning
  • Full-time study option
  • Practical, hands-on training

Why Study Software Testing in South Africa?

The demand for software testers in South Africa is increasing as organisations rely on high-quality digital systems to operate effectively. A software tester course in South Africa provides learners with critical skills needed to ensure software reliability, security, and performance.

With the growth of digital platforms, businesses require professionals who can test applications, identify errors, and improve user experience. This qualification provides practical, job-ready skills that align with industry needs and improve employability in the IT sector.

Course Content

  1. Software testing fundamentals and principles
  2. Manual testing techniques
  3. Introduction to automated testing
  4. Test planning and test case design
  5. Bug tracking and reporting tools
  6. Software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  7. Quality assurance processes
  8. Functional and non-functional testing
  9. System validation and verification
  10. Basic scripting for testing (optional depending on curriculum)

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