| Value | Category |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1. No schooling |
| 2 | 2. Some primary school |
| 3 | 3. Primary school completed |
| 4 | 4. Some high school |
| 5 | 5. Matric / Grade 12 |
| 6 | 6. Artisan's certificate obtained |
| 7 | 7. Technikon diploma/degree completed |
| 8 | 8. University degree completed |
| 9 | 9. Professional |
| 10 | 10. Technical |
| 11 | 11. Secretarial |
| 12 | 12. Other |