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• Accredited training is an outcomes-based learning programme aligned to the NQF registered unit standards and qualifications and approved by the relevant SETA or QCTO.
• NQF registered unit standards are in place to ensure that learning and assessments result in nationally recognised credits, and ultimately can result in the achievement of a formal qualification.

Pragma is an Accredited Training Service Provider through the merSETA and the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO). It is also the first training organisation in South Africa to be accredited by the QCTO as a Skills Development Partner (SDP) for the Maintenance Planner Qualification. Our training materials are endorsed through SAAMA and learners can earn CPD points.

The National Qualifications Framework

National Qualifications Framework is a comprehensive system approved by the Minister for the classification, registration, publication and articulation of quality assured national qualifications.

Sub-framework means one of three coordinated qualifications sub-frameworks which make up the NQF as a single integrated system:

• The Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework: a qualification accredited by the Council of Higher education (CHE) and offered by a provider that is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
• The General and Further Education and Training Sub-Framework: a qualification accredited by Umalusi and offered by a provider that is registered with the DHET or by the Head of the Provincial Department of Education.
• The Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework: a qualification accredited by the Quality Council on Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and offered by institutions that accredited by the appropriate authority and registered with DHET (as required).

What does ‘just-in-time’ learning mean?
Just-in-time learning is having access to knowledge just when you need it. It provides you with just enough information, appropriate to the task and immediately applicable.

What is blended learning?
Blended learning provides a blend of learning, resources and platforms, creating a self-directed approach to learning where learners take ownership for their learning. A blend of learning can include a mix of eLearning (online modules, videos, online lectures, discussion groups, quizzes and assessment, games, etc), webinars, classroom training, role play, mentorship and workplace learning.

LMS
A Learner Management System (LMS) or eLearning platform is a learning software designed to deliver, track and certify online courses and training.

eLearning
eLearning allows the online delivery of training with real-time tracking of training results, optimising time and reducing costs associated with traditional learning methods.

What are some of the advantages of online learning?

• Flexibility – anytime, anywhere
• Convenient
• Work at your own pace
• Accessibility
• Multiple devices
• Networking opportunities
• Study anywhere in the world
• Get to practice different skills
• Cheaper
• Keep your day job – not write off hours of classroom time

Micro-learning – is this just a buzz word?
Not just a buzz word! The term Micro Learning refers to a valuable way of providing small learning units and short-term learning activities. “Nuggets” of information provide short-term-focused materials designed for learning, training and skill development.