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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
| Apply problem-solving techniques to make a decision or solve a problem in a real life context |
| SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
| 114952 | Apply problem-solving techniques to make a decision or solve a problem in a real life context | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| SGB Life Skills | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
| - | ||||
| FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
| Field 07 - Human and Social Studies | People/Human-Centred Development | |||
| ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
| Undefined | Regular-Fundamental | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
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Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2007-06-26 | 2007-08-16 | SAQA 0160/05 | |
| LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
| 2008-08-16 | 2011-08-16 | |||
| 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 unit standard is replaced by: |
| US ID | Unit Standard Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Credits | Replacement Status |
| 244611 | Apply problem-solving techniques to make a decision or solve a problem in a real life context | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 |
| PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
| In this unit standard learners should acquire basic problem solving skills and be able to use those skills in dealing with problems or making decisions in their own lives. The focus is on authentic situations that may require a decision or be a problem for the learner.
The qualifying learner is capable of |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| It is assumed that learners are competent in Communication at NQF level 2. |
| UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
| The typical scope of this unit standard is
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| Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
| SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
| Distinguish between problems, challenges and matters requiring a decision. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
| The concept of a problem is explained with examples. |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
| The concept of a challenge is explained with examples. |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
| The difference between a problem, challenge and a matter requiring a decision is discussed with reference to real life examples and experiences. |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
| The impact of own attitude on problems and challenges is discussed and an indication is given of how own attitude can help or hinder solutions. |
| SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
| Investigate techniques for solving problems and making decisions. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
| The role of brainstorming in problem solving and decision-making is explored and an indication is given of the power of group decision-making. |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
| Different techniques for solving problems or making decisions are explored and an indication is given of when each is appropriate. |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
| Includes, but is not limited to, lateral and creative thinking, scenario planning, de Bono's thinking hats and problem solving shoes, analytical or risk management type processes, scientific research type process. |
| SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
| Identify a problem in a real life context. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
| A real life situation or issue is identified and described and an indication is given of the source/origin and extent of the problem. |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
| The identified problem is analysed to determine the actual problem. |
| SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
| Apply a problem solving process or technique to propose a possible solution or make a decision. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
| Information relating to the problem is gathered to inform the decision-making process. |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
| A problem solving technique or process is applied to identify potential solutions. |
| ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
| Potential solutions are compared and a decision is made as to which is the most appropriate in a specific situation. |
| UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
| Assessment of this Unit Standard should be contextual, practical and be conducted in the workplace as far as possible.
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| Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
| UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
| The learner is able to identify and solve problems and make decisions in applying a problem solving process to propose a possible solution and make a decision. |
| UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
| The learner is able to work as a member of a team in exploring group decision-making processes. |
| UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
| The learner is able to organise and manage him/herself in proposing a possible solution to a real life problem in own context. |
| UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
| The learner is able to collect, organise and critically evaluate information to inform the decision-making process. |
| UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
| The learner is able to communicate effectively in brainstorming and engaging in group decision-making. |
| UNIT STANDARD NOTES |
| This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 244611, which is "Apply problem-solving techniques to make a decision or solve a problem in a real life context", Level 3, 2 credits. |
| QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
| ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
| Core | 49013 | National Certificate: Mining Operations: Underground Hard Rock | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2007-08-16 | Was MQA until Last Date for Achievement |
| Core | 49772 | National Certificate: Archaeology | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2012-06-30 | CATHSSETA |
| Core | 57877 | National Certificate: CNC Production Machining | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
| Core | 49128 | National Certificate: Community Health Work | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2009-04-08 | Was HW SETA until Last Date for Achievement |
| Core | 49089 | National Certificate: Financial Services | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | INSETA |
| Core | 57694 | National Certificate: Food and Beverage Packaging Operations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | FOODBEV |
| Core | 49596 | National Certificate: Radiation Monitoring | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | EWSETA |
| Core | 49688 | National Certificate: Victim Empowerment | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | HW SETA |
| Core | 49127 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Design Foundation | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MICTS |
| Fundamental | 57879 | National Certificate: Manufacturing of Surface Coatings | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | CHIETA |
| Elective | 48783 | National Certificate: Financial Services | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | INSETA |
| Elective | 50308 | National Certificate: Bread and Flour Confectionery Baking | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | FOODBEV |
| Elective | 49752 | National Certificate: Environmental Practice | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | LG SETA |
| Elective | 57880 | National Certificate: Meat Processing | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | FOODBEV |
| Elective | 49529 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Long-Term Risk Assessment | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | INSETA |
| Elective | 49356 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Medical Claims Assessing | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | INSETA |
| Elective | 66609 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Retail Insurance | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
| Elective | 66610 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Short Term Insurance | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-07-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
| Elective | 57613 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Short-Term Risk Management | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2012-06-30 | INSETA |
| PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
| 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. |
| 1. | A4 Consultancy CC |
| 2. | AVAX SA 481 CC. T/A Mandisa Development Services |
| 3. | Bephaswana Skills Development (Pty) Ltd |
| 4. | Buena Vista Learning Academy |
| 5. | CAPE TOWN LABORATORIES EQUIPMENT |
| 6. | Competence Performance Consulting (Pty) Ltd |
| 7. | CONCOR PROJECTS PTY LTD |
| 8. | Faranang Marketing |
| 9. | FINSCH DIAMOND MINE(PTY) LTD |
| 10. | FOSKOR (PTY) LTD |
| 11. | Furniture World Training Centre |
| 12. | Growth Management Consulting |
| 13. | HARMONY GOLD MINING CO LTD |
| 14. | Inkqubeko Investment (Pty) Ltd |
| 15. | IQ Skills Academy (PTY) LTD. |
| 16. | Jeppe College of Commerce and |
| 17. | Jobafrik Consulting |
| 18. | Josmap Training Institute |
| 19. | Kay Beez Development Projects |
| 20. | KOKANO PROJECTS PTY LTD |
| 21. | Lewerb Holdings (PTY) Ltd |
| 22. | Mamuhle Academy |
| 23. | Mementos Training Pty Ltd |
| 24. | MODIKWA MINING PERSONNEL SERVICES PTY L TD |
| 25. | Mortarboard Training Solutions |
| 26. | Nemalale Eagles Consultancy CC |
| 27. | Networx for Career Development |
| 28. | Nkinane Trading Enterprise |
| 29. | PALABORA COPPER (PTY) LTD |
| 30. | Petra Institute of Development |
| 31. | PFIM Trading (Pty) Ltd |
| 32. | PMA Holdings (PTY ) LTD. |
| 33. | Reflections Development Institute |
| 34. | Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology Pty Ltd |
| 35. | Simmek Holdings |
| 36. | Thando Consulting Services |
| 37. | TLD Consulting |
| 38. | UNIVERSITY OF BUSINESS EXCELLENCE(PTY)LTD |
| 39. | University of Venda |
| 40. | Vleisopleidingsentrum cc. |
| 41. | VSS College (Pty) LTD |
| 42. | VUTHLARI MARKETING CONSULTING |
| 43. | Wildlife and Enviroment Society of South Africa |
| 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. |