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Diploma in Safety Management

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SAQA ID101161
NQF Level6
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma in Safety Management is a 360-credit qualification at NQF Level 6 in the HEQSF field of Safety in Society. It is associated with Vaal University of Technology and is intended to provide structured higher-education preparation in safety management.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in developing a formal foundation in safety management and related safety-focused study or work. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation for exploring safety-management-related work or further study. No specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational safety-management knowledge
  • Awareness of safety-related risks and controls
  • Structured thinking about safety responsibilities and practices

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma in Safety Management
SAQA ID
101161
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
360
Field
8
Subfield
Safety in Society
Originator
Vaal University of Technology
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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 status directly, as the available registration snapshot ended on 30 June 2024 and the current status requires verification.
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  • Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 101161, NQF level and credit value match the programme being advertised.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.