Diploma: Nursing: General
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Diploma: Nursing: General is a 240-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework, associated with the Preventive Health subfield. It was originated by Madadeni Provincial Hospital Nursing School. The available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2006, so its current status should be verified before any enrolment decision.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in pursuing a formal qualification related to general nursing may consider it, subject to the qualification’s current status, applicable admission requirements and any requirements set by an authorised provider or relevant nursing authority.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification is related to general nursing and may support preparation for further nursing-related study or work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or eligibility to practise. No specific approved career relationships are recorded, and current professional requirements should be checked separately.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational knowledge related to general nursing
- Understanding of preventive health in a nursing context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Nursing: General
- SAQA ID
- 17119
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- Madadeni Provincial Hospital Nursing School
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether enrolment is permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is appropriately accredited or authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the applicable admission requirements with the provider.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace, clinical or practical requirements that may apply.
- Confirm any separate professional registration or practice requirements with the relevant nursing authority before relying on the qualification for nursing practice.