Diploma: Nursing: General: Community: Psychiatry and Midwifery
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a Level 6 nursing diploma associated with general nursing, community nursing, psychiatric nursing and midwifery. The available record shows that its registration period ended on 30 June 2018, so its current availability and status should be verified before it is considered for enrolment or study planning.
What this qualification may cover
- General nursing
- Community nursing
- Psychiatric nursing
- Midwifery
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be of interest to people seeking a nursing qualification connected with general, community, psychiatric and midwifery practice. Because the recorded registration period has ended, prospective learners should first confirm whether the qualification remains available, recognised or has been replaced.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for nursing-related work in the areas named in the qualification, subject to current recognition, admission, completion and any applicable professional or workplace requirements. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- General nursing practice
- Community-focused nursing practice
- Psychiatric nursing practice
- Midwifery-related practice
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Nursing: General: Community: Psychiatry and Midwifery
- SAQA ID
- 17186
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 626
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- Western Cape College of Nursing
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status and whether enrolment is still permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is appropriately accredited or authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements.
- Confirm whether any professional registration or other legal requirements apply to the intended practice area.
- Check whether the qualification has been replaced or superseded and whether completed study would be recognised for the learner's intended purpose.