Advanced Diploma: Community Dentistry
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an Advanced Diploma focused on dentistry in community settings. It is located at NQF Level 7, carries 120 credits, and falls within the Curative Health subfield of the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF). The supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2009, so its current status should be confirmed before relying on it for study or career planning.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced study related to community dentistry may consider this qualification, subject to confirming the provider’s offering, admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may be relevant to work or further development connected with community dentistry, but no specific approved career relationships were supplied. It should not be treated as guaranteeing employment, appointment or professional registration.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Advanced Diploma: Community Dentistry
- SAQA ID
- 19605
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- Medical University of Southern Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, especially because the record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 30 June 2009.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is genuine.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements before applying.
- Confirm whether the qualification supports your intended professional or career pathway, including any separate registration or legal requirements that may apply.
- Compare the qualification details with the latest information available from SAQA and the provider before making financial or enrolment commitments.