Advanced Diploma in Midwifery
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About this qualification
The Advanced Diploma in Midwifery is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 7 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is located in the Preventive Health subfield and focuses on advanced study in midwifery.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced formal study focused on midwifery may consider this qualification, subject to the applicable admission and enrolment requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further professional development in midwifery-related practice. The available information does not identify specific related careers, and completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced midwifery-focused knowledge and practice
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Advanced Diploma in Midwifery
- SAQA ID
- 121236
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- Gauteng College of Nursing
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2026-11-14
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available status information requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based requirements apply.
- Ask the provider to confirm that enrolment is available within the qualification’s current registration period.