Diploma in Counselling and Communication Skills
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About this qualification
This is a 240-credit Diploma at NQF Level 6 in the HEQSF, focused on counselling and communication skills within the Psychology subfield. Readers should verify its current South African qualification status before relying on it for enrolment or career planning.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a formal foundation in counselling-related communication and interpersonal practice might consider this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility or suitability for professional practice.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further exploration of counselling and communication-related work, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Counselling communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Active listening
- Communicating with sensitivity
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma in Counselling and Communication Skills
- SAQA ID
- 116399
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Psychology
- Originator
- The South African College of Applied Psychology - Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the intended provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its offering is valid for the planned enrolment period.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether they match your background.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements before enrolling.
- Clarify how the qualification may be used for your intended study or career pathway, including whether any further training or registration would be needed.