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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Bachelor of Technology: Child and Youth Development 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
62312  Bachelor of Technology: Child and Youth Development 
ORIGINATOR
University of South Africa 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
B Tech  Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services  Rehabilitative Health/Services 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  480  Level 7  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L7  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 SAQA 06120/18  2018-07-01  2018-12-31 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2019-12-31   2024-12-31  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
OPTION 1: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE:

The qualifying learner will have the competence to manage resources, conduct research, provide input in policy-making process to ensure the integration of advanced methodologies in a CYC context. The qualified learner will in future be able to register with the SA Council for Social Service Professions. Currently the qualified person registers with the National Association of Child Care Workers.

OPTION 2: YOUTH WORK:

The qualifying learner will have the competence to strategically plan and manage the organisation and multi-disciplinary programmes and conduct research within a dynamic policy framework to ensure sustainable development in the youth work environment.

This qualification provides entrance to the next qualification level in the field of Child and Youth Development (Option 2: Youth Work). 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
OPTION 1: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE:
  • Bachelors Degree (first degree): Child and Youth Development (Option 1: Child and Youth Care)
  • Other relevant diplomas/degrees (subjected to the results of RPL assessment).

    OPTION 2: YOUTH WORK:
  • Bachelors Degree (first degree): Child and Youth Development (Option 2: Youth Work)
  • Other relevant diplomas/degrees (subjected to the results of RPL assessment). 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    N 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    OPTION 1: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE:

    The qualification will be awarded to a learner who has provided evidence to the satisfaction of the assessors that the stated competence of the qualification, as detailed in the specified outcomes, has been achieved, either through education and training in a single provider`s learning programme, or through experience that complies with the stated specified outcomes.

    OPTION 2: YOUTH WORK:

    The qualification will be awarded to a learner who has provided evidence to the satisfaction of the assessors that the stated competence of the qualification, as detailed in the specified outcomes, has been achieved, either through education and training in a single provider`s learning programme, or through experience that complies with the stated specified outcomes. 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    OPTION 1: CHILD AND YOUTH WORK: Exit Level Outcomes:

    1. Conduct research and integrate findings to enhance professionalisation in the CYC field.
    2. Integrate advanced CYC methodologies to create enabling environments for the young person.
    3. Manage resources to enhance efficient service delivery.
    4. Provide input in the policy-making process to ensure appropriate programme delivery.

    OPTION 2: YOUTH WORK: Exit Level Outcomes:

    1. Participate in policymaking and reviewing processes to enhance an enabling youth environment and promote the professionalisation of the practice.
    2. Strategically plan and manage the organisation and its resources to ensure sustainability and a competitive edge.
    3. Design and implement multi-disciplinary programmes to promote holistic sustainable development within communities.
    4. Commission and conduct research to develop the youth work practice.

    OPTION 1: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE: Specified Outcomes:

    1.1 Initiate, conduct and manage research to keep abreast of research findings and related fields.
    1.2 Apply relevant research findings appropriately for professionalisation purposes.
    1.3 Publish research and identify new research needs to enhance capacity-building.

    2.1 Apply treatment models in specialised fields to ensure an enabling life-world for the young person.
    2.2 Apply relevant advanced methodologies in working with families, groups and communities to ensure enabling environments.
    2.3 Conduct developmental assessment to promote a strengths-based approach.

    3.1 Manage human resources and conduct supervision with CYC workers to ensure effective service delivery.
    3.2 Manage CYC organisations to ensure an integrative approach.
    3.3 Manage financial resources to ensure cost-efficiency and sustainability of CYC settings.

    4.1 Analyse relevant national and international policies to deliver effective input in policy-making.
    4.2 Adhere to and apply relevant legislation and policies to ensure lawful and ethical conducts.
    4.3 Design, implement and assess customised programmes to address the felt-needs of the young person and their environments.

    OPTION 2: YOUTH WORK: Specified Outcomes:

    1.1 Participate in the formulation of policies to ensure an enabling and empowering environment.
    1.2 Develop a code of conduct and uphold professionalism to promote best practice.
    1.3 Provide effective leadership to promote human right and to ensure responsibility and accountability.

    2.1 Develop and manage an organisation to ensure and effective quality service that addresses identified needs.
    2.2 Develop a marketing strategy to promote the image of the organisation.
    2.3 Develop and implement effective human resource strategies and programmes to ensure quality performance and job satisfaction.
    2.4 Develop and implement financial policy to ensure sustainability of the organisation and its programmes.

    3.1 Review and adapt existing theories to develop strategies to enrich the practice.
    3.2 Plan and manage projects effectively to facilitate sustainable development.
    3.3 Design and implement programmes that adequately address identified youth needs.

    4.1 Conduct research and report on findings to inform development within the youth sector.
    4.2 Review and adapt relevant theories. ,models and approaches to ensure effective programming.
    4.3 Use research findings to design relevant training programmes.

    OPTION 1: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE: Critical Outcomes:

    The following critical cross field outcomes have been covered by the specific outcomes:
  • Communicating effectively using visual and or language skills in the modes of oral and or written persuasions.
  • Working effectively and efficiently in a multidisciplinary team (internally and externally).
  • Networking with local, national and international cross-functional fields.
  • Identifying and solving basic problems in which responses display responsible conducts.
  • Collecting and organising information.
  • Demonstrating and managing the dynamics between the micro- and intermediate environments as a set of related systems by recognising that basic problem solving does not exist in isolation.
  • Organising and managing oneself and subordinates responsibly and effectively as a child and youth care worker.

    OPTION 2: YOUTH WORK: Critical Outcomes:

    The following critical cross field outcomes have been covered by the specific outcomes:
  • Communicating effectively using visual and or language skills in the modes of oral and or written persuasions.
  • Working effectively and efficiently in a multidisciplinary team (internally and externally).
  • Networking with local, national and international cross-functional fields.
  • Identifying and solving basic problems in which responses display responsible conducts.
  • Collecting and organising information.
  • Demonstrating and managing the dynamics between the micro- and intermediate environments as a set of related systems by recognising that basic problem solving does not exist in isolation.
  • Organising and managing oneself and subordinates responsibly and effectively as a child and youth care worker. 
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    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    OPTION 1: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE:

    1.1 Research designs are applied according to appropriate research methodologies.
    1.2 Relevant research findings are applied in an integrative manner.
    1.3 Research findings and recommendations are presented according to publication requirements.

    21 Treatment models are identified and applied according to the needs of a specialised field.
    2.2 Advanced methodologies are applied in working with individuals, families, groups and communities, according to the developmental paradigm.
    2.3 Developmental assessment is conducted in a strengths-based approach.

    3.1 Human resources are managed according to basic Human resource principles.
    3.2 Supervision is conducted with CYC workers within the developmental approach.
    3.3 The management of financial resources are explained according to the principles of the integrative approach.
    3.4 The management of financial resources are explained according to basic financial principles of non-profit organisations.

    3.5 Input in policy-making is delivered by analysing national and international policies.
    3.6 Lawful conduct is demonstrated by applying relevant legislation and policies.
    3.7 Ethical conduct is demonstrated by adhering to the code of conduct.
    3.8 Customised programmes are designed, implemented and assessed according to the identified felt-needs of the young person and their environments.

    OPTION 2: YOUTH WORK:

    1.1 An enabling environment is created by participating in the formulation of policies.
    1.2 A code of conduct is developed according to best practice criteria.
    1.3 Effective leadership is demonstrated by applying leadership skills and adhering to human right principles.

    2.1 An organisation is developed and managed according to appropriate strategic management principles.
    2.2 Marketing strategies are developed according to relevant marketing needs and within the organisation`s culture.
    2.3 Relevant human resource strategies and programmes are developed and implemented according to strategic human resource principles.
    2.4 Financial policy is developed and implemented according to relevant financial principles within a specific organisational culture.

    3.1 Strategies are developed to enrich the practice by reviewing and adapting existing theories.
    3.2 Projects are planned and managed according to project management principles.
    3.3 Programmes are designed and developed according to programme development principles to meet the identified needs.
    3.4 Youth issues are addressed by effectively allocating relevant resources.

    4.1 Developments in the youth sector are addressed effectively by conducting research.
    4.2 Effective programmes are ensured by reviewing and adapting relevant theories, models and approaches.
    4.3 Training programmes are designed according to research findings.

    OPTION 1: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE: Integrated Assessment:

    An application of the following stipulated forms of assessment to a varying degree according to the existing Sertec requirements:

    a) Formative assessment:
  • Written and or oral assignments
  • Experiential learning
  • Case studies
  • Role play
  • Tutors
  • Mentors
  • Portfolio
  • Workbook
  • Peer evaluation

    b) Summative assessment:
  • Written or oral examinations
  • Portfolio
  • Projects
  • Mini research dissertation

    OPTION 2: YOUTH WORK: Integrated Assessment:

    An application of the following stipulated forms of assessment to a varying degree according to the existing Sertec requirements:

    a) Formative assessment:
  • Written and or oral assignments
  • Experiential learning
  • Case studies
  • Role play
  • Tutors
  • Mentors
  • Portfolio
  • Workbook
  • Peer evaluation

    b) Summative assessment:
  • Written or oral examinations
  • Portfolio
  • Projects
  • Mini research dissertation 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    OPTION 1: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE:

    The following qualifications provide entrance to the B.Tech degree: Child and Youth Development (Option 1: Chlid and Youth Care):
  • First Degree: Child and Youth Development (Option 1:Child and Youth Care)
  • Other relevant diplomas/degrees (subjected to the results of the RPL assessment)

    The B.Tech: Child and Youth Development (Option 1: Child and Youth Care) forms the basis for admission to the next academic level in Child and Youth Development (Option 1: Child and Youth Care)

    OPTION 2: YOUTH WORK:

    The following qualifications provide entrance to the B.Tech degree: Child and Youth Development (Option 2: Youth Work):
  • First Degree: Child and Youth Development (Option 2: Youth Work)
  • Other relevant diplomas/degrees (subjected to the results of the RPL assessment)

    The B.Tech: Child and Youth Development (Option 2: Youth work) forms the basis for admission to the next academic level in Child and Youth Development (Option 2: Youth Work) 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    OPTION 1: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE:

    A National Advisory Committee: Child and Youth Care consisting inter alia of the following stakeholders:
  • National Association of Child Care Workers
  • Student bodies
  • Unions

    OPTION 2: YOUTH WORK:

    A National Advisory Committee: Youth Work consisting inter alia of the following stakeholders:
  • South African Youth Workers Association (SAYWA)
  • South African Association of Youth Clubs (SAAYC)
  • Youth Work Education Consortium
  • Youth Development Trust (YDT)
  • Student bodies
  • Unions 
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    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    OPTION 1: CHILD AND YOUTH CARE:

    (a) Experience: The assessor should be a practising child and youth care supervisor and have the necessary working experience.
    (b) Qualifications: The assessor should have at least one level higher (M.Tech or equivalent)
    (c) Other: The assessor should be a registered member of the professional body/relevant council.

    OPTION 2: YOUTH WORK:

    (a) Experience: The assessor should be a practising youth work supervisor and have the necessary working experience.
    (b) Qualifications: The assessor should have at least one level higher (M.Tech or equivalent)
    (c) Other: The assessor should be a registered member of the professional body/relevant council. 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015. 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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    1. University of South Africa 


    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.