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Diploma in Nursing

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SAQA ID99133
NQF Level6
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma in Nursing is a 360-credit higher-education qualification at NQF Level 6 within the HEQSF. It is located in the Preventive Health subfield and is intended to provide formal study in nursing-related health care.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in formal nursing study and preventive health may consider this qualification, subject to the applicable admission, provider and professional requirements. It should not be treated as an admission decision or confirmation of eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification is relevant to nursing and preventive-health work, but this record does not identify specific approved career relationships. It may support further exploration of nursing-related career options, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational nursing-related knowledge
  • Understanding of preventive health principles

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma in Nursing
SAQA ID
99133
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Preventive Health
Originator
GSGB 09
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023 and current status has not been verified.
  • Confirm that the institution is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any clinical, practical or workplace-based requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm whether any professional registration or other external requirements apply to the intended career path.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.