Qualification

Doctor of Nursing Science: Professional: Education: Management: Ethos and Professional Practice

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID17466
NQF Level10
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a doctoral-level nursing qualification in the HEQSF at NQF Level 10, with 240 credits. Its title indicates an advanced focus on nursing science, education, management, professional ethos and professional practice. The qualification’s recorded registration end date was 30 June 2009, and its current SAQA status should be verified before relying on it for enrolment or progression decisions.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be relevant to experienced nursing professionals or other suitably qualified applicants interested in advanced nursing scholarship, nursing education, healthcare management and professional practice. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule; prospective applicants should confirm the applicable requirements with the relevant provider or authority.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced academic, educational, management or professional-practice directions within nursing and healthcare, subject to the qualification’s recognition, the person’s prior experience and any applicable appointment or registration requirements. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers are mapped in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced nursing scholarship
  • Nursing education
  • Healthcare management
  • Professional and ethical practice

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Nursing Science: Professional: Education: Management: Ethos and Professional Practice
SAQA ID
17466
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
240
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
Rand Afrikaans University
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 and enrolment status, noting the recorded registration end date of 30 June 2009.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification being advertised matches the recognised SAQA record.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, including any academic or professional prerequisites.
  • Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether any research, practical or workplace-related requirements apply.
  • Confirm how the qualification may be recognised for your intended academic, employment or professional-registration purpose.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.