Diploma: Nursing: Mental Health Nursing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a historically recorded NQF Level 5 diploma focused on nursing in mental health settings. It relates nursing practice to the care and support of people experiencing mental health needs. The qualification carries 128 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in nursing and mental health care may consider this qualification as a possible study option, subject to confirming its current status and any applicable admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may be relevant to work connected with mental health nursing and patient care. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment or professional registration. No specific related career mappings are available here, so prospective learners should confirm whether the qualification is accepted for their intended career pathway.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Nursing: Mental Health Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 16278
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status before making any application, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, if it is currently being advertised.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether any nursing-specific requirements apply.
- Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether workplace-based learning or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm with the relevant authorities or professional bodies whether the qualification supports any registration or practice pathway you intend to pursue.
- Request current information directly from the provider because the available record requires verification.