Advanced Certificate in Intermediate Phase Teaching
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Advanced Certificate in Intermediate Phase Teaching is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 6 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF). It is focused on teaching in the schooling subfield, specifically the Intermediate Phase, which generally relates to Grades 4–6.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may interest people who want to develop or formalise a pathway towards teaching Intermediate Phase learners in school settings. Prospective learners should check the provider’s stated admission requirements before applying.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification has a direct relationship to the career of Intermediate Phase School Teacher (Grades 4–6). This indicates relevance to that career, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or eligibility to teach. Any applicable teaching-registration and employment requirements should be verified with the relevant authorities and employers.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Advanced Certificate in Intermediate Phase Teaching
- SAQA ID
- 120903
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 5
- Subfield
- Schooling
- Originator
- Edutel Higher Education (Pty) Ltd
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2026-05-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific delivery site or mode is covered.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any school-based or workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification’s current availability, noting that the supplied information includes a registration-end date of 30 May 2026 but does not verify current status.