Advanced University Diploma: Child Psychiatric Nursing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Advanced University Diploma in Child Psychiatric Nursing is a historical HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 6, carrying 120 credits. Its title indicates a specialised focus on nursing related to the psychiatric and mental-health needs of children.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in a specialised nursing focus involving child psychiatric care might consider this qualification, subject to the applicable admission and enrolment conditions.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may have supported preparation for work related to child psychiatric nursing. It should not be treated as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Advanced University Diploma: Child Psychiatric Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 16488
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that enrolment is available.
- Check the applicable admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any clinical or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm how the qualification relates to any nursing registration or practice requirements with the relevant authorities; these are not established by the available qualification information.