Certificate: Nursing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
Certificate: Nursing is a Level 4 qualification in the Preventive Health subfield, with a focus indicated by its title on foundational nursing-related preparation. The recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2006, and its current SAQA status requires verification. It should therefore not be treated as currently available for enrolment without confirmation.
Who might consider this qualification?
People researching historical nursing qualifications or comparing foundational qualifications in preventive health might consider this qualification. Prospective learners should first confirm whether it remains available, recognised and suitable for their intended study or career plans.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may have been relevant to foundational nursing-related preparation, but no approved career relationships are recorded here. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or eligibility for a particular nursing role. Because the recorded registration period ended in 2006, readers should verify its current status and relevance before relying on it for career planning.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational nursing-related knowledge
- Awareness of preventive health principles
- Basic health-support skills
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Certificate: Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 17044
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 4
- Minimum credits
- 140
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- Addington Hospital
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification supports your intended nursing pathway and whether any separate professional registration or regulatory requirements apply.
- Check the qualification’s recognition by relevant employers or institutions before committing to enrolment.