Diploma: Child Nursing Science
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a historical Diploma-level qualification focused on Child Nursing Science within the Preventive Health subfield. It was registered at NQF Level 6 and carried 120 credits, but the supplied record shows that its registration ended on 30 June 2006.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may have been relevant to people interested in formal study related to nursing care for children and preventive health. Because the qualification’s registration ended, prospective learners should not assume that it is available for new enrolment.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification’s title and field indicate relevance to child-focused nursing and preventive-health work. However, no approved related-career mappings are supplied, and this qualification should not be treated as guaranteeing employment, professional registration or appointment.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Child-focused nursing knowledge
- Understanding of preventive health in a child-care context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Child Nursing Science
- SAQA ID
- 23119
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- Free State School of Nursing
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA status directly, as the supplied record shows registration ending on 30 June 2006.
- Confirm that any provider offering it is appropriately accredited or authorised.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider to confirm the applicable assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based learning or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification remains available for new enrolment and whether it leads to any current professional or regulatory pathway before making a decision.