Advanced Diploma in School Leadership and Management
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Advanced Diploma in School Leadership and Management is a Level 7 higher-education qualification focused on leadership and management in school settings. It carries 120 credits and falls within the Schooling subfield of the HEQSF.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking to develop or formalise their understanding of leadership and management in school contexts. Suitability depends on the provider’s published admission requirements and the learner’s circumstances.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for school leadership and management responsibilities, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment to a leadership post or professional registration. No specific related careers were supplied, so prospective learners should confirm how the qualification relates to their intended role.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- School leadership
- Management in school settings
- Leadership-related decision-making and coordination
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Advanced Diploma in School Leadership and Management
- SAQA ID
- 111397
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 5
- Subfield
- Schooling
- Originator
- North West University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly with SAQA, as the available registration record shows an end date of 30 June 2024 and current status has not been verified.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid for new enrolment.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, including any prior qualification or experience requirements.
- Ask the provider about the assessment format, study commitments and any school-based, workplace or practical requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 111397, NQF level and credit value on the provider’s official documentation before enrolling.