Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education is a 360-credit qualification at NQF Level 6 in the Early Childhood Development subfield. It is intended to relate to the care and education of young children, with the qualification originating from Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people interested in early childhood development, the care and education of young children, and related educational support work. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for work related to early childhood care and education. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers have been mapped in the available information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of early childhood care and education
- Applying knowledge relevant to supporting young children's care and education
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education
- SAQA ID
- 120139
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 5
- Subfield
- Early Childhood Development
- Originator
- Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2026-02-02
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, as the available registration information requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are authorised or accredited for this qualification before enrolling.
- Check the provider's admission requirements and whether you meet them.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 120139, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA.
- Check the registration timeline carefully, including the indicated registration-end date of 2 February 2026, before making an enrolment decision.