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NLRD • Setmis • Custom Reports

Skills Development Reporting Made Easy

Stop wrestling with spreadsheets and manual data compilation. skillSYMS generates SETA-ready reports directly from your learner data—accurately, consistently, and on time.

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NLRD Learner Upload

Q4 2024 • 156 learners

Ready

Achievement Report

Dec 2024 • 42 completions

Ready

WSP/ATR Export

FY 2024/25 • Pending

87%

SETA-Ready Data Exports

Generate properly formatted files for NLRD and Setmis submissions. No more manual data manipulation or format errors.

📤 NLRD Uploads

  • Learner registrations
  • Learner achievements
  • Unit standard completions
  • Qualification completions

📊 Setmis Files

  • Provider file
  • Learner file
  • Assessor file
  • Agreement file

✅ Validation

  • ID number validation
  • Required field checks
  • Format compliance
  • Error reporting

Comprehensive Report Library

From SETA submissions to internal management reports—generate what you need, when you need it.

SETA Submissions

  • Learner Registration (Setmis)
  • Learner Achievement (Setmis)
  • Provider Registration
  • Assessor/Moderator Registration
  • Qualification Enrolment

Operational Reports

  • Learner Progress Summary
  • Assessment Status Report
  • PoE Completion Report
  • Programme Enrolment Report
  • Cohort Performance Report

Compliance Reports

  • Audit Readiness Report
  • Accreditation Status
  • Expiring Registrations
  • Outstanding Assessments
  • Document Compliance

Financial Reports

  • Training Spend Summary
  • B-BBEE Skills Spend
  • Grant Recovery Tracking
  • Cost per Learner Analysis
  • Budget vs Actual

Real-Time Compliance Dashboards

Don't wait for reports to know where you stand. skillSYMS dashboards give you instant visibility into learner progress, compliance status, and key metrics.

Live Progress Tracking

See learner completion rates, PoE status, and assessment progress in real time.

Deadline Alerts

Automatic alerts for submission deadlines, expiring registrations, and overdue items.

Multi-Programme Views

Compare performance across programmes, cohorts, and campuses at a glance.

Programme Dashboard

342
Active Learners
78%
On Track
15%
At Risk
7%
Overdue
Business Admin NQF 4 89%
Safety Rep NQF 3 72%
HR Practitioner NQF 5 95%

Reporting & MIS Features

📤

NLRD Exports

Generate NLRD-compliant files for learner registrations and achievements. Ready for SETA upload.

📊

Setmis Reporting

All standard Setmis file types generated automatically. Validated against current specifications.

📋

WSP/ATR Data

Compile training data for Workplace Skills Plan and Annual Training Report submissions.

📈

Real-Time Dashboards

Live dashboards showing learner progress, completion rates, and compliance status.

🔧

Custom Reports

Build custom reports for internal needs. Filter, group, and export your data your way.

⏰

Scheduled Reports

Set up automated report generation and delivery. Get reports in your inbox on schedule.

FAQs About Skills Development Reporting

What is MIS reporting in skills development?
MIS (Management Information System) reporting refers to the structured data exports and reports required by SETAs and quality assurance bodies. This includes learner registration data, achievement data, and provider information formatted according to NLRD and Setmis specifications.
What is the NLRD?
The National Learners' Records Database (NLRD) is South Africa's central repository of learner achievements managed by SAQA. Skills development providers are required to submit learner data to the NLRD through their relevant SETA.
What Setmis files does skillSYMS generate?
skillSYMS generates all standard Setmis files including: learner registrations, learner achievements, provider registrations, assessor/moderator registrations, and qualification enrolments. Files are formatted to current SETA specifications.
How often must MIS data be submitted?
Submission frequency varies by SETA, but typically includes: quarterly learner uploads, annual WSP/ATR submissions, and ad-hoc submissions for new registrations or achievements. skillSYMS helps you track deadlines and prepare submissions.
Can I create custom reports?
Yes, in addition to standard SETA reports, skillSYMS allows you to create custom reports for internal management needs. Filter by programme, cohort, date range, and more. Export to Excel or PDF.

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