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Bachelor of Technology: Dental Technology

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SAQA ID75305
NQF Level7
Credits480
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a higher-education qualification in dental technology, focused on preparing learners for technical work connected with the creation and support of dental appliances and related oral-health services. The qualification is listed at NQF Level 7 with 480 credits and falls within the Curative Health subfield.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may interest people who want to explore dental technology and the technical side of oral healthcare, particularly those seeking advanced study in a health-related field. This is general guidance, not an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support progression towards work related to dental technology and technical services in oral healthcare. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a specific career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Technical work related to dental technology
  • Precision and detail in health-related technical practice
  • Understanding of the relationship between dental technology and oral healthcare

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Technology: Dental Technology
SAQA ID
75305
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
480
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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 supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2018 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is still offered or whether a current replacement qualification is available.
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  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical, clinical or workplace requirements that may apply.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.