School of Information Technology & Data ScienceOccupational CertificateOpen for enrolment

Occupational Certificate: Cloud Administrator

NQF Level 4SAQA ID 118699149 credits18 MonthsFull-time

Programme Overview

Learn to deploy, manage, and monitor cloud infrastructure across major platforms. Covers virtualisation, networking, storage, security, and automation in cloud environments.

SAQA & Registration

SAQA Qualification ID118699

NQF LevelNQF Level 4

Total Credits149

Qualification TypeOccupational Certificate

Quality CouncilQCTO - Quality Council for Trades and Occupations

Accreditation / Quality AssuranceMICT SETA — Accredited

This qualification is registered on the National Qualifications Framework. Highbury programme availability and intake status are confirmed by Admissions. Detailed regulatory evidence is published on the Accreditation page.

Frame of Learning

Knowledge Modules

38credits

9 modules

Theory and subject knowledge that underpins the occupation.

Practical Skills Modules

55credits

7 modules

Hands-on skills developed in simulated and supervised settings.

Workplace Experience Modules

56credits

3 modules

Structured experience completed in an approved workplace.

Admission Requirements

Official Minimum Entry Requirement (SAQA)

The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
NQF level 3 qualification.

Highbury Application Documents

Certified copy of ID or passport
Certified copies of highest school results
Proof of residential address

Curriculum

Introduction to Cloud Computing252301-001-00-KM-018 cr
Cloud Computing Elements252301-001-00-KM-028 cr
Containers, Cloud Native and Kubernetes252301-001-00-KM-034 cr
Cloud Security, Risks, Vulnerabilities and Mitigation252301-001-00-KM-043 cr
Data and Databases in the Cloud252301-001-00-KM-056 cr
Fundamentals of Cloud Computing Platforms252301-001-00-KM-063 cr
Introduction to Cloud Computing Governance, Legislation and Ethics252301-001-00-KM-071 cr
4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) and Future Skills252301-001-00-KM-084 cr
Design Thinking Principles for Innovation252301-001-00-KM-091 cr

Assessment Criteria

Internal Assessment

Continuous formative assessment and practical tasks are conducted throughout the programme, supported by a portfolio of workplace evidence and a logbook completed under supervision. Internal assessment follows the criteria and weighting stipulated in the official curriculum.

External Assessment

The qualification concludes with an External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA) conducted through the relevant assessment quality partner. Learners must complete all modules and internal assessment requirements before admission to the final external assessment.

Delivery Mode and Duration

Highbury Delivery Arrangement

Study ModeFull-time

Highbury Duration18 Months

CampusPretoria Campus, 378 Pretorius Street, Pretoria, Gauteng

Learning PlatformHighbury Digital Campus

Learning ArrangementClassroom + practical + workplace

IntakesConfirmed by Admissions

Delivery combines structured classes and practical sessions with a compulsory workplace component arranged with approved employers, supported online through the Highbury Digital Campus. The duration above is Highbury’s delivery schedule and is separate from the official SAQA credit value.

Articulation and RPL

Articulation

Horizontal: Further Education and Training Certificate: Information Technology: Technical Support, NQF Level 4. Vertical: National Certificate: Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Software Testing, NQF Level 5.

Recognition of Prior Learning

RPL may be used for access to the programme and, where applicable, for credits or exemption against completed modules, as well as for access to the final external assessment, in line with official RPL policy. Contact Admissions for an RPL evaluation.

Career Pathways

Cloud AdministratorCloud EngineerSystems AdministratorDevOps EngineerCloud Architect

Workplace Experience

Workplace experience is compulsory: 3 modules totalling 56 credits, completed in an approved workplace under supervision with a logbook and portfolio of evidence. Highbury supports learners with placement arrangements through its employer partnerships.

On-Demand Availability of Server Resources and Services over the Internet
On-Demand Availability of Data Storage, Storage Capacity and Storage Services over the Internet
Ensure Availability and Reliability of Network Connection According to Workflow and Security Protocols

Certification

Highbury College may issue permissible institutional records, statements and completion documents. The official occupational qualification certificate is issued by the responsible quality council or certification authority after all prescribed requirements have been met.

Certification follows successful completion of all modules and the final external integrated summative assessment.

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Official qualification information sourced from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Highbury-specific delivery, fees, intake and campus arrangements are maintained separately by Highbury College.

Programme availability and intake dates are confirmed by Highbury Admissions.

View official SAQA record Last verified: 2026-07-12Factsheet v1.0