Advanced University Diploma in Trauma Nursing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Advanced University Diploma in Trauma Nursing is an NQF level 7 qualification in the HEQSF, within the Curative Health subfield. It is focused on advanced nursing practice related to trauma care and carries 130 credits. The available record indicates a registration end date of 31 December 2018, so its current status should be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing or formalising advanced nursing knowledge related to trauma care might consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s admission requirements and confirmation that enrolment is available.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support relevance to trauma-nursing work and related healthcare responsibilities, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. Because the available record indicates a 2018 registration end date and requires verification, prospective learners should confirm whether it remains available or has been replaced before relying on it for career planning.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Trauma-nursing knowledge
- Advanced nursing practice related to trauma care
- Application of healthcare knowledge in curative health contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Advanced University Diploma in Trauma Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 116973
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 130
- 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 registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or appropriately accredited to provide the qualification.
- Check the current admission requirements directly with the provider.
- Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any clinical, workplace-based or practical requirements apply.
- Ask whether the qualification has been replaced, withdrawn or superseded since the recorded registration end date.
- Confirm how the qualification may relate to any nursing practice or professional-registration requirements with the relevant authorities before enrolling.