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Diploma in Emergency Medical Care

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SAQA ID94869
NQF Level6
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma in Emergency Medical Care is a 240-credit qualification at NQF Level 6 within the HEQSF and the Curative Health subfield. It is focused on preparing learners for work-related knowledge and practice in emergency medical care. The available record shows a registration-end date of 15 November 2017, while its current SAQA registration status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing a formal qualification in emergency medical care and exploring work in the emergency and curative healthcare environment might consider it. Prospective learners should confirm that the qualification is available for new enrolment and that they meet the relevant admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work related to emergency medical care, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the available record indicates a past registration-end date and requires verification, prospective learners should confirm its current status before relying on it for career planning.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Emergency medical care practice
  • Responding to urgent healthcare situations
  • Patient-centred care in a curative health context
  • Communication and teamwork in emergency healthcare settings

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma in Emergency Medical Care
SAQA ID
94869
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
240
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
Mediclinic (Pty) Ltd - Corporate Office
Registration end in source dataset
2017-11-15
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.

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  • Check the provider's current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that apply.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.