Diploma: Oral Health
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Diploma: Oral Health is a 240-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 within the HEQSF. It is focused on oral health in the context of promotive health and developmental services. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 31 December 2018, so its current status and availability should be confirmed before relying on this information.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in oral health and promotive or developmental health services might consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further exploration of oral-health-related work or study. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information, and the qualification should not be treated as guaranteeing employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of oral health
- Awareness of promotive health and developmental services
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Oral Health
- SAQA ID
- 7701
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- University of the Western Cape
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether enrolment is still permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the programme details match the official records.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that may apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification remains suitable for your intended further study or career direction.