The merSETA may decline the application if there is a conflict of interest with regard to the selected Trade Test Centre. *The above criteria is adopted from the Trade Test Regulations Vol. • If the applicant meets the requirements, the merSETA will apply for a trade test date and inform the applicant. NAMB will be the body that will henceforth be making recommendations and will re-accredit all existing training centres and trade test centres. M. merSETA's reply: 01 Apr 2015, 08:45. It’s because of this that we have set out minimum requirements for applicants who wish to apply for our trade test preparation training. Report review. I have lost my trade certificate which was issued by a SETA or Training Board prior to October 2013. You can apply at the SETA for the replacement by submitting an application and detailed affidavit as to the reason for applying for a replacement certificate, together with a copy of your ID. 38758 of 8 May 2015 Gazette No. Where can I obtain a replacement of my trade certificate? The field of mechanical engineering (fitting) is characterized by the provision of engineering maintenance, repair and installation services. Certificate (or Trade Diploma) awarded by the Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Education and Training Authority (MERSETA) (Metal and Engineering Industries Education and Training Board 1991 – 2000; Motor Industry Training Board 1994 ‑ 2000) You can verify your educational qualifications on the National Learners’ Records Database (NLRD) via SAQA VeriSearch at the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).If you are an employer, you can also confirm the qualifications of your employees on the database. A leanership is a 3 year qualification, with NQF Level 2, 3, 4. Keep in mind, however, that the trade test preparation Olifantsfontein shouldn’t be viewed as a beginners course, since it only covers the subjects for the actual trade test. I wrote my trade test in June 2014,I haven't recieved my certificate. People working in the mechanical engineering field require specialized technical skills and knowledge as well as highly developed hand skills in order to meet the mechanical engineering requirements. Trade test certificate. An agreement between the candidate, SETA and the employer. A trade test will be written after the completion of formal training. There is no trade test involved after the completion of Level 4. This body will also consider all new accreditation applications with a view to their approval. body will exercise quality control over training and certification, and will issue a uniform certificate. Hello nnozulela, The merSETA take note of the complaint. Qualification will be awarded for each level. Trade test attempt no: Details of Experience: Attach appendix of outlining the scope of workplace: Evidence in the form of testimonials, certificates of the Skills development provider detailing technical training completed certificates of service by employers or other persons of standing • On successful completion of the trade test, the candidate will receive a national trade test certificate and is regarded as a qualified artisan. I called the centre that I wrote at,they never recieved it as well. Sambra has published an article offering its readers the details of the correct manner to contact merSETA should you have lost or damaged your trade certificate document. 599 No. Until the QCTO determines the entrance requirements contemplated in regulation 2(2)(b) the minimum level of education for access to a trade test will be the successful achievement by a learner before, during or after an artisan learning programme of: N2 Certificate including the four relevant subjects of maths, engineering science and a fourth subject as […]