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DESIGN THINKING PRACTITIONER

NQF 4
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SAQA ID. 118705
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CREDITS: 100




Career Fields

  • Design Thinking Practitioner
  • UX Designer
  • Co-Creator
  • Team Leader: Design Thinking

COURSE OVERVIEW


What is a Design Thinking Practitioner?
Design thinking is an approach to problem-solving in which the practitioner seeks to understand a potential
product or service’s end user, including their goals, challenges, and aspirations. Did you know?
Design thinking is the future and it has taken the business world by storm in recent years,
with business schools and companies recognizing how this innovative approach can revolutionise
the way we approach solving problems.
The purpose of this part-qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Design Thinking Practitioner.
Design Thinking Practitioners apply design thinking approaches and methodologies to understand and address
complex challenges and to collaboratively create innovative solutions that address human
needs. They immerse themselves in the environment and context of the problem and approach it
from multiple perspectives and collaboratively analyse, synthesise, and make sense of data to inform
the development of relevant and innovative solutions.



Admission Requirements

NQF Level 3 qualification



Certification and Examination Authority

On successful completion of the programme, the student will receive a statement of result
from Vaal Skills Training Institute (PTY) and upon meeting the EISA requirements, receive an Occupational
Certificate: Design Thinking Practitioner from the QCTO. All Examinations are set and administered by
Vaal Skills Training Institute (PTY).
EISA is a single, national assessment which leads to competent learners being awarded Occupational Certificates.
It is an integral and critical component of QCTO’s quality assurance system,
as it ensures that the assessment of occupational qualifications, part-qualifications and trades is standardised,
consistent and credible. Qualifying for External Assessment: To qualify for an external assessment,
learners must provide proof of completion of all required knowledge and practical modules by means of
statements of results and a record of completed work experience.



Type of Programme

The programme duration is 1 year on a full-time basis, or 2 years on a part-time basis.
Tuition is face to face and is scheduled per campus.
Programmes are offered during the week on a full-time and part-time basis.
Part-time tuition is scheduled as per the stipulated planner.



Study Materials

All textbooks at BTC are free. Simply enquire on registration for more details.



Extra Classes

We offer free Saturday classes, run by qualified lecturers.



Pricing

Enquire at any of our campuses for a current programme pricelist.



WHAT IS THIS COURSE ?

Human Centred Innovation
Design Thinking Fundamentals
Collaboration
Fundamentals of Positive Psychology for Design Thinking
Research to Inform Design Thinking Processes
Benefits of Design Thinking
Innovation Leadership for Design Thinking
Coaching Workshops for Design Thinking
Introduction to Project Management for Design Thinking
Introduction to Design Thinking Governance, Legislation and Ethics
4IR and Future Skills
242102-001-00-KM-12 Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Computer Technology and Utilisation



Practical Skill Modules


Conduct Applied Ethnographic Research
Lead Group Interaction for Innovative Solutions
Apply Design Thinking for Innovation Principles and Methodologies
Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Computer Technology and Utilisation
Apply Ethics and Effectiveness in the Workplace




Work Experience Modules


Applied Ethnographic Research
Design Thinking Innovation Coaching
Creative Innovation Solution Design
DESIGN THINKING PRACTITIONER


Centre for Student Relations (CSR)

The Centre provides a free online service to students who require additional academic and personal support.



Further Studies

Please enquire at the Vaal Skills Training Institute (PTY) campus for the
prospectus containing post-certificate studies.
Admission to further your studies at a different institution remains the prerogative
of each institution and its academic council.



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