Occupational Certificate:
Clearing and Forwarding Agent Level 5

ABOUT THIS PROGRAMME

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Clearing and Forwarding Agent.

A Clearing and Forwarding Agent carries out customs clearing procedures and ensures that insurance, export/import licences, and other formalities are in order to facilitate the movement of cargo internationally and locally, and ensures compliance with current legislation.

A qualified learner will be able to:

• Forward cargo within the local and international logistics environment.
• Observe compliance with statutory requirements within the local and international logistics environment.
• Conduct warehousing operations within the local and international logistics environment.
• Assist with distribution of cargo within the local and international logistics environment.

Minimum Admission requirements

NQF Level 4 with Mathematical Literacy

CAREER opportunities

This qualification reflects the workplace-based needs of the international logistics and freight forwarding industry that relates to the clearing and forwarding operations that have been expressed by all role-players to meet both current and future needs. It will contribute to the upliftment of the industry and set a standard of professionalism in the industry.

This qualification serves to equip the qualifying learner with the fundamental skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to support the provision of world-class services, and improve customer service in international logistics and supply chain management to promote an efficient and comprehensive national and international cargo movement system.

Duration

3 Years

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