Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Care and Education
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 480-credit Bachelor of Education focused on Early Childhood Care and Education. It is positioned at NQF Level 7 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF), in the Early Childhood Development subfield. The qualification was originated by the University of Witwatersrand.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in formal higher-education study related to early childhood care and education may consider this qualification. Prospective students should confirm that they meet the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for work or further study related to early childhood care and education. However, no approved related-career mappings are supplied, and the qualification does not by itself guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Care and Education
- SAQA ID
- 119812
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 5
- Subfield
- Early Childhood Development
- Originator
- University of Witwatersrand
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2025-10-04
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied evidence does not confirm that it is currently registered or open for enrolment.
- Confirm that the education provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-related requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 119812, NQF level and credit value with the provider before making enrolment or payment decisions.