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 focused on preparing learners for work related to occupational therapy and health and developmental support. It is positioned at NQF Level 8 and carries 480 credits within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF).
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in occupational therapy, promotive health and developmental services, and supporting individuals’ participation and wellbeing may consider this qualification. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for work related to occupational therapy and promotive health and developmental services. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific related-career mappings are available here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational occupational therapy practice
- Understanding of promotive health and developmental services
- Health and developmental support perspectives
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
- SAQA ID
- 79131
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- 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, as the available record includes a registration-end date snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific delivery arrangement is approved.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, selection process and any required supporting documentation.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether workplace-based learning, practical training or other supervised requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 79131, NQF level, credit value and award details with the provider before enrolling.