Diploma: General Nursing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Diploma: General Nursing is an NQF Level 6, 360-credit higher-education qualification in the Curative Health subfield. It is focused on preparing learners for general nursing practice, although the available information does not confirm its current registration or enrolment availability.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in pursuing a qualification related to general nursing and healthcare may consider it, subject to confirming the applicable admission and professional requirements before applying.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide preparation relevant to general nursing-related work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no approved career mappings are available here.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: General Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 16514
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether applications or enrolment are still available.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any clinical, practical or workplace requirements that may apply to general nursing study.
- Confirm any additional requirements that may apply to practising as a nurse after completing the qualification.