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Doctor of Education in Early Childhood Education

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SAQA ID116378
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Education in Early Childhood Education is an advanced doctoral qualification focused on education and early childhood education within the Schooling subfield. It is listed at NQF Level 10 with 360 credits under the HEQSF. The supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024, while its current registration status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic or professional development in early childhood education, including those interested in education research, policy, teaching, management or leadership. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant provider.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support progression towards advanced scholarly, research, policy or leadership work related to early childhood education. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced understanding of early childhood education
  • Educational research and scholarly inquiry
  • Critical analysis of education-related issues
  • Scholarly communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Education in Early Childhood Education
SAQA ID
116378
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
5
Subfield
Schooling
Originator
University of Venda
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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.

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  • Ask the provider about the qualification structure, research or assessment requirements and any workplace expectations that apply.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment, given the recorded registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.