Master Tax Compliance, Ensure Financial Integrity.
With the Occupational Certificate in Tax Technology, you’re not just earning a qualification—you’re building the expertise to manage tax compliance, support individuals and businesses, and ensure adherence to regulatory standards. Gain in-depth skills in personal and corporate taxation, VAT, and payroll, making you an essential resource in the modern tax landscape. Step into a vital role where you guide clients, support compliance, and uphold ethical standards in financial management.
Enroll today and become a trusted professional in the field of tax compliance!
Admission Requirements.
To enrol for this qualification candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
- Relevant NQF Level 5 qualification or equivalent.
- Prior learning may also be recognised through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), allowing candidates with relevant work experience and previous qualifications to be admitted, subject to assessment.
Qualification Structure.
This qualification is designed to take learners from foundational AI concepts to advanced AI applications, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice. Qualification is structured as follows:
Learning Outcomes.
Upon successful completion of the qualification, graduates will be able to:
- Manage taxation compliance effectively across personal, employment payroll, corporate, and VAT.
- Provide in-depth explanations for tax matters to taxpayers, management, and regulatory bodies.
- Address queries from SARS and ensure compliance in tax returns, assessments, and related documentation.
- Demonstrate professional ethics, transparency, and integrity in all tax-related processes.
International Comparability.
The Occupational Certificate: Tax Technician aligns well with similar qualifications in the United Kingdom and Ireland, both of which prepare tax practitioners for professional body registration and tax compliance roles. In the UK, the Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT) qualification provides a pathway to membership and covers areas like personal and business taxation, corporate tax, and VAT, alongside professional responsibilities and ethics. In Ireland, the Irish Tax Institute (ITI) offers a two-year Tax Technician qualification aimed at accounting technicians and compliance personnel, covering practical tax applications and calculations for income tax, corporation tax, VAT, and payroll. Both qualifications emphasise practical skills, regulatory compliance, and ethical standards, with a minimum two-year duration that includes required work experience. The South African Tax Technician qualification reflects similar content, rigor, and practical focus, ensuring international comparability.
Qualification Modes of Delivery and Support.
This qualification is offered through contact, blended, and distance learning, allowing students to customise their learning experience and balance studies with personal and professional responsibilities. Students have access to digital platforms like Moodle for engaging with course materials, discussions, assignments, and progress tracking. Additionally, academic advising, tutoring, and career guidance services are available to support students in achieving success and preparing for careers in business and technology.
Career Opportunities.
Qualified learners will be able to operate in the following occupations or jobs, depending on their level of experience:
- Junior Tax Consultant
- Payroll Tax Compliance Officer
- Tax Assistant
- Personal Income Tax Technician
- VAT Compliance Officer
- Corporate Tax Technician
Articulation Options.
Horizontal Articulation
- Diploma: Law and Taxation, NQF Level 6
Vertical Articulation
- Advanced Diploma in Taxation, NQF Level 7
Ensure Compliance, Empower Financial Accuracy.
With the Occupational Certificate in Tax Technology, you’re not just earning a qualification—you’re stepping into a crucial role in maintaining tax compliance and supporting financial accuracy. Gain the expertise to manage tax calculations, ensure VAT and payroll compliance, and navigate complex tax regulations with confidence.
Don’t wait to become an essential part of the financial sector.
Enroll today and build a career where you secure financial integrity and guide clients with precision!
