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University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching
- Johannesburg, South Africa
Bachelor's degree
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The purpose of the qualification is to deliver professionally qualified beginner teachers for the foundation phase. This is done by providing student teachers with a well-rounded education that equips them with the required subject content knowledge base, teaching competence, a sound and nuanced understanding of the integrated nature of theory and practice in education and the context of the teaching profession in South Africa.


University of Fort Hare
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Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching
- Alice, South Africa
- Bisho, South Africa
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Bachelor of Education
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
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A Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching focuses on child development and education theory, enhancing understanding of curriculum design. It prepares individuals to support learners’ growth during key developmental years.


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Education for All: Disability, Diversity and Inclusion Course - University of Cape Town
- Online South Africa
Course
Part time
6 weeks
Distance Learning
English
Discover ways to make education more inclusive, especially in areas where resources are limited.
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College SA Port Elizabeth
Course in - Child Day Care
- Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Course
On-Campus
English
Make a difference in children's lives. Study a child day care course and learn how to provide a safe environment in which children learn and play.
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You'll study how young children learn, develop, and experience the world, gaining the methods to support every child, including those with diverse needs, across early years settings and beyond.
South Africa's education system places strong emphasis on inclusive practice and community-based learning, and the academic environment fosters curiosity, independent thinking, and a genuine commitment to child wellbeing. Through coursework in child psychology, curriculum design, and intervention planning, you'll develop skills in observation, assessment, and individualized support strategies. Applied coursework often connects you with real classroom and community contexts, so your learning stays grounded in practice.
Graduates work across early childhood centers, special education facilities, government education departments, and nonprofit organizations. The competencies you build, including early literacy support, behavioral assessment, and family engagement, transfer across international education systems and policy environments. Whether you're drawn to working with infants and toddlers or supporting school-age children with learning differences, this area of study prepares you for roles that shape how children access education from their earliest years.