← Career & Qualification Explorer
Qualification

Diploma: Nursing: General: Psychiatry: Community: Midwifery

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID16858
NQF Level6
Credits600
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This qualification was designed around nursing practice in general nursing, psychiatric nursing, community nursing and midwifery. It is recorded at NQF Level 6 with 600 credits, but the available evidence indicates that its registration ended on 30 June 2006 and its current status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in the historical scope of nursing across general, psychiatric, community and midwifery settings might consider researching this qualification. It should not be treated as currently available for enrolment without confirming its status and any replacement qualification.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification’s title indicates relevance to nursing practice involving general care, psychiatric care, community health and midwifery. This describes areas the qualification may have supported; it does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any nursing career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • General nursing practice
  • Psychiatric nursing practice
  • Community nursing practice
  • Midwifery-related practice

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma: Nursing: General: Psychiatry: Community: Midwifery
SAQA ID
16858
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
600
Field
9
Subfield
Preventive Health
Originator
Ciskei College of Nursing
Registration end in source dataset
2006-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA status directly before making any decision, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2006.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is legitimate.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any clinical or workplace-based requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm whether the qualification remains appropriate for any professional registration or employment pathway you are considering.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.