Understanding Notional Hours: A Framework for Effective Learning and Development in South Africa

Introduction to Notional Hours Notional hours, or notional learning hours, are integral for businesses in South Africa planning training and skills development for their staff, as well as for adult learners seeking to further their education to enhance employment prospects. These hours estimate the time an average learner needs to invest in a course, module, […]
Notional Hours

‘Notional learning hours’ are the estimated learning time taken by the ‘average’ student to achieve the specified learning outcomes of the course unit, programme, or learning experience.