Diploma: Nursing: Advanced Midwifery and Neonatology
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This diploma is a higher-education qualification in the Curative Health subfield, focused on advanced midwifery and neonatology—the care of mothers during childbirth and newborn health. The supplied record indicates 128 credits at NQF Level 5. Its current registration status has not been verified.
What this qualification may cover
- Advanced midwifery
- Neonatology and newborn care
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing knowledge and skills related to advanced midwifery and neonatal care may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification has a supplied direct-pathway relationship with the career of Midwife, so it may support preparation for work in that area. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into the career. Verify any applicable registration and practice requirements with the relevant authorities.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced midwifery-related knowledge and skills
- Neonatal care-related knowledge and skills
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Nursing: Advanced Midwifery and Neonatology
- SAQA ID
- 72873
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that apply.
- Confirm any professional registration or practice requirements with the relevant authority before relying on the qualification for professional work.