Diploma: Pre-School and Foundation Phase Teacher Assistant
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 240-credit, NQF Level 5 diploma in the Early Childhood Development subfield, focused on preparing learners for teacher-assistant work with pre-school and foundation-phase learners. The qualification was originated by Embury Institute for Teacher Education. Its historical registration end date is 31 December 2018, and its current SAQA status should be verified before relying on it for enrolment or career planning.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in supporting teaching and learning in pre-school or foundation-phase settings, particularly those exploring teacher-assistant work in early childhood development. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support or relate to teacher-assistant and teaching-related career pathways, including Foundation Phase School Teacher, Intermediate Phase School Teacher, Senior Phase School Teacher and FET Phase School Teacher, as reflected in the supplied career relationships. These relationships do not guarantee employment, appointment, eligibility for a teaching post or professional registration. Because the recorded registration end date has passed and current status is not confirmed, prospective learners should verify whether the qualification is still available or recognised for their intended purpose.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Supporting learning activities in pre-school and foundation-phase environments
- Assisting with early childhood development activities
- Providing classroom support for young learners
- Communicating with learners and assisting with foundational learning
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Pre-School and Foundation Phase Teacher Assistant
- SAQA ID
- 22034
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 5
- Subfield
- Early Childhood Development
- Originator
- Embury Institute for Teacher Education
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration or historical status directly with the relevant official source.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised or accredited for the intended offering.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical, classroom-based or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification meets the requirements for the specific teacher-assistant or teaching-related role being considered.
- Clarify whether the qualification can still be enrolled for, given the recorded registration end date of 31 December 2018.