Diploma: Nursing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Diploma: Nursing is a higher-education qualification at NQF Level 7 in the Curative Health subfield. It is focused on preparing learners for nursing-related knowledge and practice, although its current registration and enrolment position should be verified before making decisions.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in nursing and curative health may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s admission requirements and any applicable nursing education or professional requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for nursing-related work in health-care settings, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Prospective learners should verify whether this specific qualification is recognised for the nursing role or registration pathway they intend to pursue.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational nursing knowledge
- Patient-care support skills
- Application of health-related knowledge in curative-care contexts
- Professional practice relevant to nursing environments
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 16515
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 520
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or appropriately accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements.
- Confirm any applicable nursing council, professional registration or legal requirements for the intended nursing role.
- Check whether the qualification is currently open for new enrolment and whether it remains suitable for the intended career pathway.