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Certificate: Nursing: Mental Health

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SAQA ID81213
NQF Level5
Credits128
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This is an NQF Level 5 nursing qualification focused on mental health within the Curative Health field. It was originated by the University of KwaZulu-Natal and is recorded as having a registration end date of 31 December 2018; its current SAQA status should therefore be verified before relying on it for study or career planning.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be of interest to people seeking a qualification related to nursing care in mental health settings, subject to the qualification’s current status and the provider’s admission rules.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to the career of Registered Nurse (Mental Health), which is listed as a direct pathway relationship. This indicates relevance to that career, but does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or eligibility to practise.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Mental health nursing knowledge
  • Nursing-related patient support
  • Communication in mental health care contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Certificate: Nursing: Mental Health
SAQA ID
81213
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
128
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
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, because the recorded registration period ended on 31 December 2018.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised to provide the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether workplace-based learning or practical requirements apply.
  • Ask how the qualification is recognised for any nursing registration or employment purposes before committing to enrolment.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.