Traffic Cop Requirements

The minimum Traffic Cop requirements are · Grade 12 or equivalent (No specific subjects needed) · No criminal record · Code B driving Licence. Find all the requirements below:

The minimum requirements to become a Traffic Officer are as follows:

  • Minimum educational qualification of matric or grade 12 or equivalent.
  • Code B driving licence (manual transmission).
  • No Criminal record.
  • Medical Certificate as proof that a person can do strenuous exercise.
  • Applicants shall not be older than 35 years of age

To become a Traffic Officer, you need to be employed or appointed as a trainee (permanent or on contract) by a Provincial Department of Transport, a Municipality or a Government Agency such as the Road Traffic Management Corporation.

The transition from the NQF level 4 Traffic Officer Qualification to the NQF level 6 Traffic Officer Qualification

The current NQF level 4 Traffic Officer curriculum is being replaced by the NQF level 6 Traffic Officer curriculum which has been implemented in the last quarter of the 2018/19 Financial year. The Corporation will remain the only training provider for the NQF level 6 Traffic Officer qualification. However, Traffic Training centres have been registered as assessment centres for the qualification.

Approval of Training Centres

By the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996), training providers must be recognised by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) before approval of accreditation. No training providers will be accredited by the QCTO to provide this qualification without the prior recommendation of the RTMC.

Entry Requirements

This qualification is not approved for use by learners under the age of 18.

Industry-specific entry requirements:

  • Minimum educational qualification of matric or grade 12 or equivalent.
  • Code B driving Licence (manual transmission)
  • The applicant must be employed by a Provincial Authority or Local Authority.
  • No criminal record
  • Medical certificate as proof that a person may do strenuous exercise.
  • Applicants shall not be older than 35 years of age.

Policy Document for Traffic Training Centres 

For more information on training requirements, view the Policy Document for Traffic Training Centres Download

Content of the qualification

The learning programme consists of three components: knowledge, practical skills and workplace experience.

Follow the link below to download the full curriculum for Traffic Officer Qualification from the QCTO website.

  • Curriculum document
  • Qualification document
  • External Assessment Specifications document

Assessment Quality Partner (AQP)

An AQP means a body delegated by the QCTO to develop assessment instruments and manage external summative assessment of specific occupational qualifications. The RTMC has been appointed by the QCTO as the AQP for this qualification. The External Internal Summative Assessment conducted through the relevant QCTO AQP is required for the issuing of this qualification.

External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA)

After the completion of all three components of the qualification the learner must enrol for the External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA). The EISA will focus on the critical elements of all exit level outcomes and will be competency based. The EISA will be conducted through one written assessment incorporating practical element where possible. The EISA will be conducted at the QCTO accredited Assessment Centres. The qualification is awarded by the QCTO after the successful completion of the EISA.

Learnership

A learnership has been registered against this qualification – learnership registration number 29Q290045004066 That means that employers who provide the workplace experience to learners can enter into learnership agreements with their learners and can then qualify for the financial incentives associated with a learnership.

Learnership Agreements 

Learnership agreements will be completed according to the requirements of the Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA), namely SASSETA. For the interim (pilot phase) the learnerships agreements will be administered by the RTMC Academy as the only Skills Development Provider (SDP) accredited by the QCTO.

Qualification ID 101875 Occupational Certificate: Road Traffic Safety Officer (NQF Level 6)

Overview of Public Universities in South Africa

Here's an overview of some public universities in South Africa, including general admissions requirements and estimated application periods. Keep in mind, specific program requirements and dates can vary significantly, so it's important to check each university's official website for the most current information.

University of Pretoria

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with minimum scores in specific subjects related to the chosen program; for international students, equivalent qualifications.
  • Application Period: Usually opens in March and closes at the end of July for most programs.

University of Cape Town

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with pass levels required for degree study; subject-specific requirements depending on the program.
  • Application Period: Application opens in April and closes at the end of July.

Stellenbosch University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required marks; some programs have additional testing.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and typically closes at the end of June.

University of the Witwatersrand

  • Admissions Requirements: Matriculation certificate with university exemption; required scores vary by faculty.
  • Application Period: Begins in March and ends on the 30th of September.

University of Johannesburg

  • Admissions Requirements: Matric exemption with a minimum APS score; specific subject requirements based on the faculty.
  • Application Period: Opens in April and generally closes by the 30th of September.

University of the Free State

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific marks for the program applied to; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Typically opens in April and closes at the end of August.

University of Venda

  • Admissions Requirements: Completion of the National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for diploma or degree studies; specific APS scores needed.
  • Application Period: Usually from May to September.

University of Fort Hare

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; certain programs may have specific requirements.
  • Application Period: Opens around May and closes at the end of September.

University of the Western Cape

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific performance levels; additional requirements for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Generally from May to September.

North-West University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; program-specific requirements may apply.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and usually closes by the end of August.

Rhodes University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent; minimum academic performance in certain subjects.
  • Application Period: Applications open in April and close at the end of September.

Nelson Mandela University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; portfolio or additional tests for some faculties.
  • Application Period: Opens in April, with a deadline at the end of August for most programs.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Opens in May and typically closes by the end of September.

University of Limpopo

  • Admissions Requirements: Senior Certificate with endorsement for diploma or degree courses; specific APS scores for different programs.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

University of Zululand

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for bachelor’s degree studies; specific score requirements for various programs.
  • Application Period: Usually between April and November.

Central University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores for the chosen field of study; additional criteria for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Application period generally starts in May and ends in October.

Vaal University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with a pass that qualifies for admission to bachelor’s degree, diploma, or higher certificate programs.
  • Application Period: Typically from May to September.

Walter Sisulu University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; additional criteria for certain faculties.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

This list provides a starting point for understanding the admissions landscape across South Africa's diverse higher education institutions. Given the variability in programs and requirements, it's crucial to consult each university's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.