Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy is a higher-education qualification at NQF Level 8 in the Rehabilitative Health/Services subfield. It is intended to provide substantial preparation in occupational therapy within the health and rehabilitation context. The qualification is recorded as having 480 credits and originated at the University of the Free State.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in occupational therapy, rehabilitation and health-related work might consider this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not confirm that an individual meets any admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant preparation for occupational therapy-related work in rehabilitative health and services. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. No specific related career pathways have been confirmed here, so readers should verify the qualification’s current professional and employment relevance before enrolling.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational knowledge relevant to occupational therapy
- Understanding of rehabilitative health and services
- Preparation for applying occupational therapy knowledge in relevant settings
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
- SAQA ID
- 16507
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Rehabilitative Health/Services
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2021-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2021 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution or provider.
- Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any practical, clinical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Ask whether the qualification supports any professional registration or practice requirements that may apply to occupational therapy work.