Certificate: Local Economic Development NQF Level 6
SAQA ID: 36437 | Credits: 144
Quality Assurer: LG SETA
Application Start Date: 03 August 2026
Application End Date: 30 October 2026
Training Delivery Mode: Blended Learning
Programme Overview
The Local Economic Development Programme offers businesses the opportunity to enrol spatial/town planners, LED officers, traditional leaders, municipal workers, ward councillors, and senior and middle management in local government in a 12-month programme consisting of a series of workshops. Participants will be guided in compiling Portfolios of Evidence (PoEs) based on their workplace experience. These PoEs will be assessed and moderated, and upon being deemed competent, participants will be awarded a National Qualification.
Programme Scope
The 12-month Local Economic Development Programme focuses on the practical application of LED principles to promote sustainable development in local communities. The qualification aims to equip delegates with the skills to strategically manage local economic initiatives, understand governance and contribute to improved quality of life through economic activity.
Programme Content
- Module 1: Principles of Local Economic Development is SA
- Module 2: Socio-Economic Development in SA
- Module 3: Local Government
- Module 4: Ethics and Values in LED
- Module 5: Communication Skills and Language Proficiency
- Module 6: Mathematical Literacy
- Module 7: Innovation, Visionary Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving
- Module 8: Adaptive Leadership
- Module 9: Monitoring and Evaluation
- Module 10: Change Management
Training Prerequisites:
- Communication NQF Level 4
- Mathematical Literacy NQF Level 4
- Economics NQF Level 4
- Accounting NQF Level 4
Training costs include the following:
- Course facilitation by subject expert
- Comprehensive learner guide/workbook/summative and formative assessments
- Assessment and Moderation
- Stationery and writing instruments
- 5* corporate venue, buffet lunch and refreshments
- Secure parking and disabled facilities
- Graduation Ceremony
- LG SETA Certificate
Important
This qualification may be achieved in full or in part through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), based on the defined Exit Level Outcomes and/or individual unit standards. Evidence may be submitted in various forms, including international and/or previous national qualifications, work portfolios, reports, testimonials detailing functions performed, work records, products, or performance records. All evidence will be assessed in accordance with the general principles of assessment and the requirements for integrated assessment.
Certificate: Local Economic Development NQF Level 6
SAQA ID: 36437 | Credits: 144
Quality Assurer: LG SETA
Application Start Date: 03 August 2026
Application End Date: 30 October 2026
Training Delivery Mode: Blended Learning
Programme Overview
The Local Economic Development Programme offers businesses the opportunity to enrol spatial/town planners, LED officers, traditional leaders, municipal workers, ward councillors, and senior and middle management in local government in a 12-month programme consisting of a series of workshops. Participants will be guided in compiling Portfolios of Evidence (PoEs) based on their workplace experience. These PoEs will be assessed and moderated, and upon being deemed competent, participants will be awarded a National Qualification.
Programme Scope
The 12-month Local Economic Development Programme focuses on the practical application of LED principles to promote sustainable development in local communities. The qualification aims to equip delegates with the skills to strategically manage local economic initiatives, understand governance and contribute to improved quality of life through economic activity.
Programme Content
- Module 1: Principles of Local Economic Development is SA
- Module 2: Socio-Economic Development in SA
- Module 3: Local Government
- Module 4: Ethics and Values in LED
- Module 5: Communication Skills and Language Proficiency
- Module 6: Mathematical Literacy
- Module 7: Innovation, Visionary Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving
- Module 8: Adaptive Leadership
- Module 9: Monitoring and Evaluation
- Module 10: Change Management
Training Prerequisites:
- Communication NQF Level 4
- Mathematical Literacy NQF Level 4
- Economics NQF Level 4
- Accounting NQF Level 4
Training costs include the following:
- Course facilitation by subject expert
- Comprehensive learner guide/workbook/summative and formative assessments
- Assessment and Moderation
- Stationery and writing instruments
- 5* corporate venue, buffet lunch and refreshments
- Secure parking and disabled facilities
- Graduation Ceremony
- LG SETA Certificate
Important
This qualification may be achieved in full or in part through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), based on the defined Exit Level Outcomes and/or individual unit standards. Evidence may be submitted in various forms, including international and/or previous national qualifications, work portfolios, reports, testimonials detailing functions performed, work records, products, or performance records. All evidence will be assessed in accordance with the general principles of assessment and the requirements for integrated assessment.