Purpose:
To develop human resources in education.

Functions:
1. Research and analyse human resource needs (INSET and PRESET).
2. Analyse existing programmes and qualifications for human resource development.
3. Determine the appropriateness of educator development programmes.
4. Support and analyse the implementation of learning programmes, systems and learning support materials and related in-service education and training.
5. Support the development of public, private and NGO teacher education providers.
6. Provide support and policy development for provincial INSET programmes.