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Diploma: Nursing: Primary Care

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SAQA ID16305
NQF Level5
Credits128
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 128-credit Diploma at NQF Level 5 in the HEQSF, focused on nursing within primary care and the Curative Health subfield. The available record indicates that its registration ended on 30 June 2009, and its current SAQA status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in nursing and primary-care healthcare may consider this qualification as part of researching relevant study options. It should not be treated as confirmation of current enrolment availability or admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to primary-care nursing work, based on its title and field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career, and its historical registration status should be checked before relying on it for current career planning.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational nursing practice in a primary-care context
  • Patient-care support in curative health settings
  • Communication relevant to interactions with patients and healthcare teams

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma: Nursing: Primary Care
SAQA ID
16305
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
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 registration status and whether it is still available for new enrolment.
  • Confirm that the provider is properly accredited or authorised to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm how the qualification is currently recognised for the nursing pathway or work 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.