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Certificate: Auxiliary Nursing

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SAQA ID17159
NQF Level4
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 120-credit, NQF Level 4 qualification in the Curative Health subfield that relates to auxiliary nursing and foundational support in healthcare settings. The supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2006, so its current availability and status should be verified before it is considered for enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in entry-level auxiliary nursing and patient-support work may have considered this qualification. It should not be treated as a current enrolment option until its SAQA status and availability have been confirmed.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may have supported preparation for auxiliary nursing-related support roles in healthcare, based on its title and Curative Health classification. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational patient-support skills
  • Basic auxiliary nursing-related care support
  • Working within a healthcare support context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Certificate: Auxiliary Nursing
SAQA ID
17159
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
120
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
Tygerberg School of Nursing
Registration end in source dataset
2006-06-30
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, since the supplied record includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2006 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, if it is still being presented for enrolment.
  • Check the provider's current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether workplace-based learning or practical requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification is suitable for your intended healthcare role and check any separate professional or employer requirements.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.