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Diploma: School Librarianship

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SAQA ID7501
NQF Level6
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma in School Librarianship is a 120-credit higher-education qualification at NQF Level 6 in the Information Studies subfield. It is focused on the knowledge and capabilities associated with supporting library and information services in school contexts. The available record indicates a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023, and its current SAQA status should be verified before making enrolment decisions.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest people who want to explore school librarianship, library services or information studies in an educational setting. This is general guidance and does not establish admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant preparation for work connected with school library and information support. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information, and completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Organising and supporting access to library and information resources
  • Providing information-support services in a school-related context
  • Applying information-studies knowledge to library service environments

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma: School Librarianship
SAQA ID
7501
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
120
Field
4
Subfield
Information Studies
Originator
University of the Western Cape
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are appropriately authorised or accredited for this qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection procedures.
  • Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is currently open for new enrolment before applying.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.