Bachelor of Dental Therapy
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Dental Therapy is a 360-credit, NQF Level 7 higher-education qualification in the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield. Based on its title, it is focused on preparing learners for dental therapy and oral-health-related practice, although the available information does not provide detailed curriculum content.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in higher-level study related to dental therapy and promotive oral health may consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s published admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support progression towards work related to dental therapy and oral-health services. No approved related-career mappings are available, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Dental therapy-related knowledge and practice
- Promotive oral-health support
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Dental Therapy
- SAQA ID
- 114954
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- University of Limpopo
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status before applying, as the available record includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised or accredited for the relevant offering.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, selection process and any required supporting documentation.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach and whether practical, clinical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 114954, NQF level and credit value against the provider’s current information.