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Diploma: Therapeutic Massage

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SAQA ID48900
NQF Level5
Credits248
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma: Therapeutic Massage is a 248-credit qualification listed at NQF Level 5 within the HEQSF and the Preventive Health subfield. It is focused on therapeutic massage as an area of health and wellness practice. The available record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018, so its current availability should be confirmed before making plans to enrol.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be of interest to people who want to develop a formal foundation in therapeutic massage and related preventive-health practice. Prospective learners should confirm that they meet the provider's requirements and that the qualification is still available for new enrolment.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work involving therapeutic massage or related wellness services, subject to the requirements of employers, clients and any applicable authorities. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific mapped career relationships are confirmed here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Therapeutic massage practice
  • Client-focused wellness support
  • Applying knowledge in a preventive-health context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma: Therapeutic Massage
SAQA ID
48900
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
248
Field
9
Subfield
Preventive Health
Originator
Potchefstroom Akademie (Edms) Bpk/Potchefstroom Academy (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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 and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the provider.
  • Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Ask the provider about admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements.
  • Check whether the qualification's registration ended on 31 December 2018 affects new enrolment or completion options.
  • Confirm any additional requirements that may apply to practising or offering therapeutic massage services after completion.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.