Higher Occupational Certificate: Principal Real Estate Agent: SAQA ID 121691
The NQF5 Legacy course has been replaced by the Occupational Certificate, administered through the QCTO. At present, we are awaiting the release of the course accreditation from the QCTO. Once accreditation is granted, we will promptly begin the program. Participants will have up to 8-months to complete the course.
NQF 5: 160 Credits
When does the course start?
Once your order is successful, then you can get started. The qualification is designed to be completed at your own pace within the designated timeframe.
Who is this qualification for?
This qualification is for any individual who has their NQF Level 4 in Real Estate:
- Aspiring Principals: to upgrade your status to Principal this is a requirement.
- Real Estate Agents: Individuals who wish to expand their knowledge in the Real Estate sector.
- Principals: who do not have their NQF 5 in Real Estate but hold Principal Status with the PPRA.
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 successfully completed the Occupational Certificate: Real Estate Agent NQF 4 or the legacy qualification Further Education and Training Certificate: Real Estate NQF 4.
Why should I do this course?
A Principal Property Practitioner leads, directs, and manages the overall strategies and operations of a real estate agency. Essential attributes for a Principal Real Estate Agent include strong communication skills, emotional intelligence, proficiency in information communication technology, and effective teamwork and management skills.
A qualified learner will be able to:
- Manage sustainable operations of real estate agency.
- Oversee compliance with relevant legal statutes and policies.
- Develop, promote and maintain sustainable relationships with stakeholders.
This qualification aligns with the objectives of the National Qualification Framework, providing learners with access to a recognised qualification. It enhances the quality of education and training in the industry and maintains standards comparable to those in other sectors both in South Africa and internationally. Learners will benefit by improving their skills, career and business prospects, and overall livelihood.
How many credits does this qualification hold?
This qualification has 160 credits, which equates to 1600 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.
Course Content
This qualification is made up of the following compulsory Knowledge, Practical Skill and Work Experience Modules.
Knowledge Modules
- General Introduction to Real Estate Organisational Environment.
- Introduction to Management and Leadership.
- Introduction to Management Accounting.
- Governance and Compliance for Real Estate Business Environment.
- Principles of Marketing and Branding.
- Fundamentals of Estate Agency Management.
Practical Skill Modules
- Conduct Market Analysis for Estate Agency Operations.
- Develop and Manage an Organisational Plan for an Estate Agency.
- Ensure efficient management of the agency’s organisational resources.
- Manage Compliance with Regulatory Requirements for Registered Organisations.
- Provide Estate Agency Mentorship and Support.
- Oversee Management of the Agency’s Social Responsibility.
- Establish and manage relationships with stakeholders critical to estate agency functioning.
Work Experience Modules
- Conduct Market Analysis Processes for Estate Agency Operations.
- Procedures for Developing and Managing Organisational Plans for Estate Agency.
- Procedures for Efficient Management of The Organisational Resources of the Agency.
- Compliance Processes to Regulatory Requirements for Registered Organisations.
- Estate Agency Mentorship and Support Processes.
- Processes for Critical Stakeholder Management.
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 personalised 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 5 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 Principal Property Practitioner.
This NQF5 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.
