Diploma: Nursing Science: General: Psychiatry: Community and Midwifery
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 6, 518-credit diploma focused on nursing science across general nursing, psychiatry, community health and midwifery. The qualification is associated with the HEQSF and was originated by EDENDALE CAMPUS. Its registration period ended on 30 June 2006, so its current availability must be verified before considering it.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in a nursing qualification with areas of focus that include general nursing, psychiatric care, community health and midwifery might consider it. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility or current enrolment availability.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification title indicates preparation related to nursing practice in general, psychiatric, community and midwifery contexts. It should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. Any professional or regulatory implications should be confirmed with the relevant authorities.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Nursing practice across general care contexts
- Awareness of psychiatric nursing contexts
- Community-oriented nursing practice
- Midwifery-related nursing practice
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Nursing Science: General: Psychiatry: Community and Midwifery
- SAQA ID
- 14046
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 518
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- EDENDALE CAMPUS
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2006.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution.
- Ask the institution about current assessment, practical training and workplace requirements, where applicable.
- Confirm whether the qualification meets any current professional registration or practice requirements relevant to your intended pathway.