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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Bachelor of Technology: Veterinary Technology 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
57210  Bachelor of Technology: Veterinary Technology 
ORIGINATOR
General SGB 09 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
The individual Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary for each Learning Programme recorded against this qualification is shown in the table at the end of this report.  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
B Tech  Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services  Preventive Health 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  480  Level 7  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L7  Regular-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 EXCO 0415/23  2021-07-01  2023-04-18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-04-18   2029-04-18  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
The purpose of this qualification is to provide veterinary and public health services with Registered Veterinary Technologists in specialised units, diagnostic laboratories, research centres, state, private or education sectors, who can function independently and perform a supervisory function.

The qualifying learner will have competence in specialised field/s of veterinary technology and related disciplines, aspects of quality management and research. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
First degree in Veterinary Technology with a minimum of 360 credits or other equivalent and relevant qualifications and/or experience. 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
N 

QUALIFICATION RULES 
The qualification will be awarded to a learner who has provided evidence to the satisfaction of the assessors that the stated competence of the qualification, as detailed in the specified outcomes, has been achieved, either through education and training in a single provider's learning programme, or through experience that complies with the stated specified outcomes. 

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
Exit level outcome:

1. Select, perform, organize and integrate diagnostic techniques in specific veterinary fields, in accordance with statutory requirements.

2. Critically evaluate methods and trends in technology in selected fields of veterinary science.

3. Manage quality assurance programmes/plans

4. Supervise the application of the Code of Ethics and safety and health legislation

5. Manage resources effectively and efficiently

6. Conduct research in a selected discipline under supervision of a project leader.

Specified outcomes:

1.1. Demonstrate extended knowledge in specific disciplines in the veterinary field. (C).

1.2 Supervise and perform specialized tests of samples for diagnostic and/or research purposes in specific disciplines. (C).

1.3 Critically evaluate and interpret results of laboratory tests, through the application of extended and greater in-depth knowledge of selected disciplines. (C).

2.1. Critically evaluate trends in technology. (C).

3.1. Monitor quality assurance plans. (C)

4.1. Monitor the implementation of the Code of Ethics and safety and health Acts and regulations. (C)

5.1. Apply budgeting principles effectively in managing resources. (C).

5.2. Apply principles of entrepreneurship. (C).

6.1. Complete an appropriate research product. (C).

Critical outcomes:

Critical and creative thinking, problem solving, communication, self-management, teamwork, safety and ethics, mind set of continuous professional development. 

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
1.1. Principles of diagnostic techniques and procedures in a selected discipline of veterinary are explained and/or demonstrated and evaluated in the specific veterinary field.
  • Advanced techniques are described, explained, integrated and applied appropriately.

    1.2. Sampling and testing of necropsy specimens, external and internal parasites, clinical and environmental samples are selected, coordinated performed and moderated appropriately.
  • Reference collections of necropsy specimens, external and internal parasites, clinical and environmental samples are selected, coordinated and moderated correctly.
  • Advanced identification of Microbiological organisms and internal and external parasites are performed.

    1.3. Laboratory test-results are evaluated through correlation with standard laboratory controls, literature and research.
  • Appropriate additional laboratory tests are recommended for diagnostic information.

    2.1 Current and appropriate information is obtained, correlated, analysed and synthesized in clear and coherent reports/projects.

    3.1. Ways of monitoring and implementation of quality assurance plans are explained.
  • Quality control in the workplace is supervised.

    4.1 Adequate records are kept in terms of current legislation and regulations.
  • Non-conformance to the Code of Ethics, and relevant Acts and Regulations are noted and corrective action taken.

    5.1. A budget of laboratory research and diagnostics is determined, compiled and managed.
  • An effective business plan is drawn up.

    6.1. Resources are applied effectively to obtain information.
  • An appropriate protocol is compiled.
  • Results are reported according to scientific norms.

    Integrated assessment:

    Theory and laboratory practice are assessed in written, oral and practical examinations, tests and assignments as individuals and/or as part of a team. Learners have to integrate their own knowledge and skills in producing research protocols, projects and reports. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Vertical articulation with M Tech: Veterinary Technology.
    Lateral articulation with B Degree in Veterinary Science (at University), with entrance at NQF 5, 240 credit level. 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this qualification must be registered and appointed by the provider according to existing moderation guidelines of the HEQC or relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning of this qualification must be accredited as a provider with the HEQC or relevant ETQA.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the HEQC or relevant ETQA, according to the HEQC or relevant ETQA policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation.
  • Moderation should also validate the achievement of competencies and assessment processes as described in exit level outcomes and integrated assessment options as described in the qualification. 
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    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    For an applicant to register as an assessor, the applicant needs:
  • Interpersonal skills, subject matter expertise and relevant working experience.
  • To be competent in the planning and conducting of assessments of learning outcomes.

    The assessor must have completed:
  • A similar qualification or from the same family of qualifications, at or above the level of the qualification.
  • A minimum experience within the relevant field.

    The subject matter experience of the assessor can be established by recognition of prior learning. 
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    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    NOTES 
    This qualification has been derived from provider-based qualifications, in order to record Learning Programmes against it. 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    LP ID Learning Programme Title Originator Pre-2009
    NQF Level    		 NQF Level Min Credits Learning Prog End Date Quality
    Assurance
    Functionary    		 NQF Sub-Framework
    57636  Bachelor of Technology: Animal Health  University of South Africa  Level 7  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L7  480     CHE  HEQSF 
    16650  Bachelor of Technology: Veterinary Technology  Committee of Technikon Principals  Level 7  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L7  480  2006-06-30  Was CHE until Last Date for Achievement  HEQSF 
    72465  Bachelor of Technology: Veterinary Technology  Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)  Level 7  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L7  480  2018-12-31  CHE  HEQSF 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THESE LEARNING PROGRAMMES: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    LP ID Learning Programme Title Accredited Provider
    57636  Bachelor of Technology: Animal Health  University of South Africa  
    72465  Bachelor of Technology: Veterinary Technology  Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)  


    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.