Diploma: Nursing General
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a Diploma-level qualification in general nursing, placed in the Preventive Health subfield. It is intended to provide a broad foundation for nursing-related practice, although the available information does not provide detailed learning content or confirm its current registration status.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in a broad nursing and preventive-health qualification may consider it, subject to confirming that it is still recognised and available for enrolment and that they meet the relevant requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may be relevant to nursing-related career preparation because of its general nursing focus. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers are identified in the available information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational general nursing practice
- Patient-care support
- Preventive-health support
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Nursing General
- SAQA ID
- 21255
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 260
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- St Lucy's Nursing School
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant authority.
- Confirm that the institution is authorised to offer the qualification and that its accreditation or approval is current.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification is accepted for the nursing pathway or role you are considering, including any separate registration or regulatory requirements.