Basic Certificate: Early Childhood Development
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About this qualification
This qualification is an introductory certificate focused on the early childhood development field. It may provide a foundation for people interested in supporting young children’s development and care, subject to confirmation of its current status and recognition.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be of interest to people exploring entry-level work or further learning in early childhood development, including those interested in becoming an Early Childhood Development Practitioner. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission or employment eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may relate directly to the work of an Early Childhood Development Practitioner. It should be viewed as preparation that may support this career direction, not as a guarantee of employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational awareness of early childhood development
- Basic preparation for supporting young children in an early childhood development context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Basic Certificate: Early Childhood Development
- SAQA ID
- 23114
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 1
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 5
- Subfield
- Early Childhood Development
- Originator
- SGB ECD
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-01-10
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record includes a historical registration end date and requires confirmation.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its offering is recognised.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification remains open for new enrolment and whether it is suitable for your intended career or further-study plans.