Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing is a 240-credit HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 5, focused on psychiatric nursing within the Preventive Health subfield. Its title indicates preparation related to nursing care in mental-health and psychiatric settings. The available record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018, so its current availability should not be assumed.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a formal foundation related to psychiatric nursing and mental-health care may consider this qualification. This is general guidance, not confirmation that an applicant meets any admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for work related to psychiatric nursing, subject to the qualification’s verified status, the requirements of employers and relevant authorities, and any additional requirements that may apply. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of psychiatric nursing
- Awareness of mental-health care contexts
- Nursing-related communication and patient-support abilities
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 117578
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- University of Venda
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification if it is presented for enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider to confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any clinical, practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm how the qualification is recognised for any intended study or work pathway, including whether any professional registration requirements apply.