Faculty of Humanities and Social Science

N5 Certificate: Public Relations

It is important to share that historic NATED qualifications are being phased out and the last dates of examinations for N5 Public Relations have been published. If you are wanting to go on this learning journey, please enquire with our student advisors to ensure that you can be enrolled in time. If you would like to consider an alternative, also consider:


  • Waterfall School of Business Skills Certificate: Computer Information Systems


Obtain the theoretical foundation required for a National Diploma Public Relations with the National Certificate: N5 Public Relations course. Complementing this qualification is a practical component that involves 24 months of industry-relevant work experience, ensuring a comprehensive educational journey in the field.



  • The course advances administrative career prospects in the Public Relations (PR) environment, enhances PR administration skills, and prepares students for further progression to the N6-level course or future university-level education.

Duration of Study

1 Year

Fact Sheet

Course code:

EN5021-041


Accreditation status:

  • Fully accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
  • SAQA ID: 66958
  • NQF Level 5
  • 60 Credits


Duration:

12 months


Entry requirements:

  • Must have already completed the N4 Public Relations course


Topics covered:

  • Office Practice N5
  • Communication N5
  • Public Relations N5
  • Information Processing N5


Assessments:

Students are required to complete the following:

  • 1 assignment per topic (subject)
  • 2 internal summative assessments per topic (subject)
  • 1 external exam per topic (subject)


Type of certificate awarded:

Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement: N5 Public Relations from the DHET.