Higher Certificate in Education
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Higher Certificate in Education is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Schooling subfield. It is intended to provide foundational higher-education preparation related to education and schooling. The available information does not confirm whether it is currently registered or open for enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people exploring foundational study in education and schooling, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further exploration of education-related study or work, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding related to education and schooling
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Education
- SAQA ID
- 101813
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 5
- Subfield
- Schooling
- Originator
- University of South Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted, as the available record includes a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application deadlines and any selection conditions.
- Ask the provider for the current assessment arrangements and confirm whether any practical, school-based or workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA identification details, NQF level and credit value against current official records before making a payment or enrolling.