Diploma: Operating Department Assistance
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 360-credit National Qualification at NQF Level 6 focused on operating department assistance within the Curative Health subfield. It is intended to develop a structured foundation for people interested in supporting activities associated with operating department environments.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in operating department assistance and healthcare support work in environments connected with surgical or operating departments might consider this qualification. It should not be treated as an admission decision or confirmation that a learner meets any specific entry requirement.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant preparation for work related to operating department assistance, but no specific related careers are mapped here. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular occupation.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Operating Department Assistance
- SAQA ID
- 80446
- NQF sub-framework
- SFAP
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- TT 9 PHosp
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record indicates a registration end date of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this qualification and that its approval remains valid.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based learning or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 80446, NQF level and credit value match the programme being advertised.