Design Thinking Practitioner

Area of Study: Information Technology

Course Description:

In today’s innovation-driven world, the role of a Design Thinking Practitioner is pivotal in fostering creativity and solving complex problems. Design thinking practitioners are experts who apply a human-centred approach to innovation, focusing on understanding user needs, generating creative solutions, and iterating through prototypes. Some career pathways that typically require design thinking skills include Product Manager, User Experience (UX/UI) Designer, Innovation Consultant, Marketing Specialist, Healthcare Professional, Software Developer, Customer Experience Manager, Business Analyst, Human Resources Manager. Credits achieved in this part qualification are recognised towards the Occupational Certificate: Design Thinking Innovation Lead (SAQA ID 118788, NQF level 4, 160 Credits).

Payment Plan: R1,085/ per month

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Study Period:

up to 24 months

Course Code:

DTP100

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NQF Level: 4

Credits: 100

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SAQA ID: 118705

Accreditation Body: QCTO

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Course Overview:

• Human Centred Innovation
• Design Thinking Fundamentals
• Collaboration
• Positive Psychology for Design Thinking
• Research to Inform Design Thinking Processes • Benefits of Design Thinking
• Project Management for Design Thinking
• Design Thinking Governance, Legislation and Ethics
• 4IR and Future Skills • Applied Ethnographic Research
• Creative Innovation Solution Design
• Computer Technology and Utilisation

Certificate Name: Occupational Certificate

Mode: Distance

Courses Materials:

This course includes a comprehensive set of learning materials.

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Entry Requirements

NQF Level 3 (Grade 11 or equivalent)

Assessments

Students will complete an assignment for each of the knowledge and practical modules. For work experience modules students are required to submit the completed Statement of Work Experience with any additional evidence required. Students who have successfully completed the knowledge, practical and work experience requirement of the qualification will be issued with a statement of results which provides entry to the final examination. The final examination or External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA) is conducted at an approved assessment centre (please note that additional examination fees apply).

Work Experience

The completion of work experience is a compulsory part of the programme. Students are required to spend time in an approved workplace (approximately 35 days) completing the tasks prescribed in the Statement of Work Experience. Such work may be undertaken on a part-time/ informal basis.

Awards

Students who have successfully completed the EISA will be awarded the Occupational Certificate: Design Thinking Practitioner (SAQA ID 118705, NQF level 4, 100 Credits), issued by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).

Accreditation

Academy of York is accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) as a Skills Development Provider (SDP). Accreditation No SDP221124080852

Payment Options:

Payment Plan:

R1,085

Over 24 Months

Registration Fee: R1,560

Course Price:

Price Before Bursary: R36,400

Price After Bursary: R26,000

Once-Off Price:

Credits: 173

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