Great news! Starting from July 1, 2024, you can enroll in our Real Estate NQF Level 4 course online. Once your order is processed, you can begin immediately. You’ll have up to 10-months to finish the course.
NQF 4: 150 Credits
When does the course start?
Once your order is processed, you can get started right away! There’s no need to wait for an enrollment date. The qualification is designed to be completed at your own pace within the designated timeframe.
How do I complete the course?
You log in to your course and get started. The course materials are accessible online, structured systematically, and presented in a user-friendly format.
Enrolment requirements:
The SAQA pre-requisite for this qualification is that you have a South African ID or residency, and hold an NQF Level 3 qualification, which is equal to a Grade 11. This qualification is an occupational qualification, and therefore, the candidate must be registered with the PPRA and employed by an estate agency firm once the knowledge and practical exercises are complete.
Who is this qualification for:
This qualification is for any individual who wishes to be involved in the property and real estate industry.
- Aspiring Real Estate Agents: Individuals looking to enter the real estate sector and become licensed real estate agents in South Africa.
- Current Real Estate Practitioners: Those already working in the industry who seek formal certification to comply with legal requirements and enhance their professional skills and knowledge.
- Students and Graduates: Recent graduates or students interested in pursuing a career in real estate who want to gain a recognised qualification to enhance their employability.
- Career Advancers: Individuals aiming to advance their careers within the real estate sector by obtaining a formal qualification that demonstrates their competence and commitment to professional development.
How do I become a Property Practitioner?
Aspirant candidate property practitioner with no formal qualifications and with no FFC from 1 July 2024:
- Enroll and complete the OC: NQF4 SAQA ID 118714.
- Once you have completed the Knowledge and Practical modules, submit valid and certified proof of completion and/or statement of results to the PPRA.
- Then register and receive your FFC as a candidate and immediately commence with the Workplace module. Which must be completed within 180 days of being issued an FFC.
- Upon completion, submit a valid and certified proof of completion and statement of results.
- Once the EISA is completed and the qualification awarded, a candidate becomes eligible to write PDE4.
- Upon passing PDE4, they become non-principal property practitioners.
Why should I do this course?
Completing the NQF4 in Real Estate (118714) is not just a requirement but a strategic investment in one’s career growth and professional standing within the South African real estate industry.
Completing the NQF4 in Real Estate (118714) in South Africa offers several key benefits:
- Legal Compliance: It is a legal requirement for those wishing to operate as real estate agents in South Africa, ensuring adherence to industry regulations and standards set by the PPRA.
- Professional Development: The qualification enhances professional knowledge and skills in real estate practices, including property law, ethics, and marketing strategies, crucial for success in the industry.
- Career Advancement: Holding NQF4 certification improves career prospects within the real estate sector, demonstrating competence and commitment to prospective employers and clients.
- Marketability: It increases credibility and trustworthiness in the eyes of clients and stakeholders, fostering stronger client relationships and potentially increasing business opportunities.
- Industry Recognition: The qualification is recognised nationally, providing a solid foundation for further career progression, such as pursuing higher qualifications or specialising in specific areas of real estate.
How many credits does this qualification hold?
This qualification has 150 credits, which equates to 1500 notional hours (study hours needed to complete the course). SSETA require 30% of the time spent studying to be in the form of face-to-face and to satisfy this need we supply monthly webinars which you must attend.
The Exit level outcomes for the course are the following:
This course will provide the broad knowledge, skills and values needed in the Property and Real Estate sector. ServicesSETA (SSETA) governs, controls and monitors education standards. Our real estate industry falls under SSETA Trade and Industry. It is legislated that to become a Property Practitioner, you must be found competent in the outcomes-based NQF Level 4 Real Estate and thereafter the PDE4
- Identify and comply with legislative and regulatory frameworks within the property and real estate environment.
- Apply the Code of Conduct and ethical business principles.
- Develop relationships with internal and/or external clients to build a database for the provision of property and real estate services.
- Build brand reputation and develop target market.
- Manage the property and real estate function.
- Implement sound financial practices to achieve personal and business objectives.
Mentor Sign-Off Sessions
Certain qualifications necessitate a mentor’s endorsement for your submissions. The mentor must either hold Full Status Agent designation with a minimum of three years’ experience or be a Principal Agent. Following the completion of each Learning Unit, your mentor will schedule a session with you. If satisfied with your understanding of the subject matter and your practical application skills, they will approve your mentor report. If you lack an available mentor to endorse your reports, PropAcademy provides Mentor Sign-Off Services for support.
Coaching Sessions
Studying can present challenges and occasionally feel daunting. You might find yourself unable to attend a webinar where interactive questions are discussed, or you might prefer personalized one-on-one sessions. In such instances, PropAcademy provides coaching sessions. Our coaches are available to address your specific questions and offer guidance to help you overcome any study-related difficulties you may face.
Support:
Rest assured, PropAcademy is dedicated to assisting you at every turn. Whether guiding you through challenges or offering a steady hand when needed, you can trust that with us, you’re in capable and caring hands.
Once you are competent in this qualification, you can book your PDE 4 exam with the PPRA. We offer an exam preparation course before this exam to help refresh your knowledge so that you, once again, have the ability and confidence to sail over this hurdle and become a fully-fledged real estate agent.
Information extracted from the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority communique dated 14 June 2024 found here.
The NQF4 course includes the following:
- Orientation Guide – PropAcademy prepared an easy-to-follow orientation guide. This Orientation Guide must be completed online and uploaded within 5 days of registering for the course.
- Learner Guides – each Learning Unit provide a Learner Guide, which is a combination of learning material and an activity workbook. These can be downloaded and printed or studied on your computer or another device.
- Questions are asked in the form of quizzes and uploads with clear instructions.
- Videos are supplied online for each learning unit.
- Add-on resource material is also made available online.
