Diploma in Nursing
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About this qualification
The Diploma in Nursing is a 360-credit qualification at NQF Level 6 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF). It is located in the Curative Health subfield and is intended to develop a formal foundation for nursing practice and further engagement with healthcare work. The supplied evidence indicates a registration-end date of 30 June 2024, while its current SAQA registration status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a formal qualification in nursing and exploring work in healthcare settings might consider this programme. Suitability depends on the institution’s current offering and its stated admission and assessment requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support preparation for nursing-related work by providing formal education in the nursing field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. Readers should verify any additional registration or practice requirements with the relevant authorities and the institution.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational nursing knowledge
- Patient-care-related capabilities
- Communication in healthcare settings
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma in Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 116605
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- St. Mary's Nursing College
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied evidence records a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification is currently open for new enrolment and whether any professional registration requirements apply after completion.