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Diploma in Oral Hygiene

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SAQA ID79125
NQF Level6
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma in Oral Hygiene is a 360-credit, NQF Level 6 higher-education qualification in the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield. Based on its title, it relates to oral hygiene and preventive oral health practice. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 31 December 2018, and its current status should be verified before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people interested in oral hygiene and preventive oral health services who are exploring a relevant higher-education qualification. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility or current enrolment availability.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work related to oral hygiene and preventive oral health services. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers are confirmed in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational oral hygiene practice
  • Understanding of preventive oral health services
  • Communication with people about oral health

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma in Oral Hygiene
SAQA ID
79125
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Promotive Health and Developmental Services
Originator
University of Limpopo
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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 status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018.
  • Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
  • Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution or provider.
  • Ask the institution or provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether any current replacement or successor qualification is available.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.