National Higher Certificate: Child and Youth Development
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The National Higher Certificate: Child and Youth Development is a 240-credit HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 5, focused broadly on the development and care of children and young people within the Early Childhood Development field. Its recorded registration end date is 30 June 2006, so its current status must be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in child and youth development, care and support roles may consider this qualification, subject to the applicable admission requirements and confirmation that it is available for enrolment.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support or relate to work as an Auxiliary Child and Youth Care Worker, Child and Youth Care Worker, Child or Youth Residential Care Assistant, or Child and Youth Care Manager. These are relationship indications only and do not guarantee employment, appointment or eligibility for any particular role. Because the recorded registration period ended in 2006, prospective learners should first verify whether the qualification remains available and recognised for current enrolment or career purposes.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Understanding of child and youth development contexts
- Supporting the care and development needs of children and young people
- Working in child and youth care environments
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Higher Certificate: Child and Youth Development
- SAQA ID
- 921
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 5
- Subfield
- Early Childhood Development
- Originator
- Committee of Technikon Principals
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant official authority.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, if it is currently available.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm how the qualification may relate to the intended child and youth care role, including any additional requirements set by an employer or professional body.