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Bachelor of Social Work

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SAQA ID101526
NQF Level8
Credits480
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Social Work is a higher-education qualification focused broadly on social work within the field of Promotive Health and Developmental Services. It is set at NQF Level 8 and carries 480 credits. Readers should verify its current SAQA registration status before relying on it for new enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in social work, social wellbeing, and services that support individuals, families, groups, and communities. It is guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work related to social work and developmental or promotive health services. The available information does not identify specific approved career mappings, and completing the qualification should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration, or entry into any particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Understanding of social work and developmental service contexts
  • People-focused communication and support-oriented practice

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Social Work
SAQA ID
101526
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
480
Field
9
Subfield
Promotive Health and Developmental Services
Originator
Nelson Mandela University
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, as the available registration record includes an end-date snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and programme are authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider's current admission requirements and selection procedures.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any workplace, practical, or experiential requirements.
  • Confirm whether any professional registration or other external requirements apply before planning a career in the field.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.