How to create QCTO learning materials
From Curriculum Document to compliant learning material.
By the end of the workshop participants will be able to:
- Interpret a QCTO Curriculum Document to understand the requirements of an Occupational Certificate or Skills Programme.
- Plan the delivery of Knowledge, Practical and Workplace Modules to ensure appropriate sequencing and integration.
- Develop learning material, supporting documents and assessments that appropriately address the requirements of the programme and support implementation.
- Verify that learning material is aligned with QCTO and applicable Quality Partner requirements.
Cost:
R850 ex VAT
This is an ASDSA endorsed programme. This workshop awards 3 CPD points.
2026 Dates:
Wednesday, 7 October 2026
Friday, 20 November 2026
2027 Dates:
Friday, 29 January 2027
Friday, 12 March 2027
Thursday, 13 May 2027
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09h00–09h15
Introduction: The QCTO Material Development Journey
- Documents available to us to guide material development
09h15 – 09h50
INTERPRET – What does the QCTO Curriculum tell us?
- Unpack the Curriculum document. Identify module requirements (knowledge, practical workplace), identify implications for material development
09h50–10h20
PLAN – How should these modules be structured and rolled out?
- Grouping and sequencing Knowledge and Practical Modules; linking Knowledge and Practical learning to Workplace Modules; determining the learning journey; identifying what needs to be developed
10h20–10h30
Break
10h30–11h20
DEVELOP – What learning material do we need for that structure?
- Learner Guides; Facilitator Guides; Orientation Guides; Mentor Guides; practical/workplace learning material; supporting documents; integrating activities and designing assessment instruments; ensuring each component addresses the curriculum requirements
11h20–11h45
VERIFY – Have we addressed the requirements?
- The role of formative and summative assessment; aligning assessment to the learning; assessment guides, memos, rubrics and observation tools; introduction to integrated assessment requirements where applicable
11h45–11h50
Verifying Alignment
- Using the Alignment Matrix; checking curriculum requirements against learning material, activities, assessment and supporting documents; identifying gaps and partial alignment; considering applicable Quality Partner requirements
11h50–12h00
Wrap Up
- Key takeaways; questions; final alignment check; resources/templates provided
Join this practical online workshop led by our facilitator, Izelle Swart.
With 20+ years experience in training and development, Izelle brings both practical knowledge and an interactive teaching style designed to guide you through the essential skills needed to excel in your new QCTO role.
Her facilitation style is hands-on and entertaining, ensuring that this workshop is both informative and applicable to real-live skill provider situations and settings.
Register for the How to create QCTO Learning Materials workshop:
Terms & Conditions
- Payment Deadline:
- To confirm your booking, please ensure payment is received at least 48 hours prior to the session.
- Once payment is confirmed, you’ll promptly receive the meeting link, granting you full access.
- Can’t Attend? No Problem:
- Transfer Option: If you’re unable to join, you’re welcome to transfer your attendance to another team member within your organization. Just let us know, and we’ll arrange the change.
- Join the Next Session: Alternatively, notify us in advance, and we’ll secure your spot in the following session, ensuring you don’t miss out on valuable insights.
