Advanced Diploma in Safety Management
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About this qualification
The Advanced Diploma in Safety Management is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 7 within the Safety in Society field. It is intended to support advanced study and capability development in managing safety-related responsibilities and practices.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced learning in safety management, particularly those whose study or work interests involve managing safety responsibilities. Admission suitability and any prerequisite learning should be confirmed with the institution offering the qualification.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may help prepare a person for work involving safety management responsibilities and related organisational safety activities. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related career pathways are identified here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Safety management planning
- Awareness of safety risks and controls
- Organising safety-related activities
- Applying safety-focused decision-making
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Advanced Diploma in Safety Management
- SAQA ID
- 118634
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 8
- Subfield
- Safety in Society
- Originator
- University of South Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2025-02-03
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling, as the available record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 3 February 2025 but does not confirm the current status.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements and whether your prior learning is suitable.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based learning or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm the current qualification details, including the NQF level and credit value, directly with the provider and SAQA where appropriate.