Champion Ethical Business Practices as a Compliance Officer!
Build a career dedicated to integrity and ethical business practices with the Occupational Certificate in Compliance. This qualification provides the knowledge and practical skills to help organisations meet their regulatory obligations.
You'll learn to develop and implement effective compliance frameworks, evaluate regulatory risks, and collaborate with industry stakeholders. Grounded in the globally recognised Generally Accepted Compliance Practice (GACP) framework, this programme ensures you are trained to the highest standards. Whether you're new to the field or looking to formalise your expertise. Become a trusted compliance professional who navigates complex regulations with confidence.
This qualification will prepare you to confidently support management in navigating complex regulatory environments and building a culture of compliance.
Who should attend?
This qualification is ideal for:
- School leavers interested in governance and ethics
- Graduates with legal or accounting backgrounds
- Professionals working in compliance, risk or audit
- Anyone seeking to enter or advance in the compliance field
Career Opportunities
With this qualification, you can kickstart your career as:
- A Compliance Officer in corporate, government or non-profit organisations
- An Independent Compliance Consultant offering outsourced services
- A Compliance Practitioner supporting risk-based compliance frameworks
- A Regulatory Liaison Officer managing stakeholder relationships
- A Governance and Ethics Advisor promoting organisational integrity
Course Outline
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- Compliance Foundations introduces you to the heartbeat of compliance practice—where risk management meets ethical governance. You’ll explore how organisations manage risk across all departments, decode the principles behind compliance frameworks, and build essential leadership and communication skills to confidently lead compliance teams. This subject sets the stage for your journey into the world of regulatory excellence and professional integrity.
- Compliance Practice and Planning is where theory meets action! Students will learn how to design and implement real-world compliance programmes, engage with stakeholders, and build frameworks that align with business goals. From mapping out regulatory requirements to developing risk management plans and gaining hands-on workplace experience, this subject empowers future compliance professionals to lead with confidence and credibility.
- Risk Management and Monitoring equips you with the skills to spot, assess, and manage compliance risks before they become real-world problems. You’ll learn how to build and review risk management plans, conduct hands-on monitoring activities, and produce reports that help organisations stay on the right side of the law. This subject is perfect for students who want to be the watchdogs of ethical business practice and make a real impact in governance.
- Reporting and Stakeholder Engagement empowers students to become confident communicators and strategic compliance professionals. You’ll learn how to compile and submit internal and external compliance reports, manage relationships with regulators, and engage stakeholders with clarity and impact. This subject also builds your project and change management skills—essential for navigating dynamic regulatory environments and driving organisational trust.
Accreditation and Certification
This Occupational Certificate is accredited by the Quality Council for Trades & Occupations (QCTO).
Successful students will achieve a nationally recognised Occupational Certificate: Compliance Officer (SAQA ID 91671 at NQF Level 6)
Entrance Requirements
- A recognised NQF Level 4 qualification
- Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4
- Some experience in the compliance function is recommended
- All classes and assessments are conducted in English
QCTO Qualification Framework
Knowledge Modules - Theory
- Enterprise Risk Management (Compliance Officer)
- Compliance Principles
- Compliance Practice
- Change Management (Compliance Officer)
- Project Management (Compliance Officer)
- Generic Management Principles (Compliance Officer)
Practical Modules - Hands-on Learning
- Design and Implement Compliance Risk Management Frameworks
- Define, Maintain and Advise on the Regulatory Universe
- Develop, Facilitate Compilation of and Review Compliance Risk Management Plans
- Conduct Compliance Monitoring
- Compile and Submit Internal and External Compliance Reports
- Interact with Industry Regulators, Supervisors and Stakeholders
Work Experience Modules - Real World Practice
- Compliance Risk Management Design and Implementation Processes
- Regulatory Universe Definition and Maintenance Processes
- Compliance Risk Management Plan Development Processes
- Compliance Monitoring Processes
- Compliance Reporting Processes
- Industry Regulator, Supervisor and Stakeholder Interactions