Diploma: Nursing: General
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a Diploma in General Nursing associated with the Preventive Health subfield. The available record places it at NQF Level 5 with 185 credits under the HEQSF. Its registration record indicates an end date of 30 June 2006, so its current availability should not be assumed.
Who might consider this qualification?
People researching historical or general nursing qualifications may consider this qualification as a point of reference. Anyone interested in enrolling should first confirm whether it remains recognised and available, and whether they meet the relevant requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification title indicates relevance to general nursing, but the available evidence does not identify specific mapped careers or establish eligibility for employment, appointment or professional registration. It should therefore be treated as potentially relevant nursing preparation rather than a guarantee of career entry.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational general nursing practice
- Nursing-related patient care skills
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Nursing: General
- SAQA ID
- 17047
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 185
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- Benedictine Campus
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly before making any decision.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is available for new enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection process.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any clinical, practical or workplace-based requirements that apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification supports any further study, employment or professional registration pathway relevant to your goals.
- Check the qualification title, SAQA ID 17047, NQF level and credit value against current official records.