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Doctor of Physiotherapy

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SAQA ID112427
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Physiotherapy is an advanced higher-education qualification in the Rehabilitative Health/Services subfield. It is listed at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits, indicating substantial and specialised study in physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced study in physiotherapy and rehabilitative health services, subject to the institution’s published admission and selection requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation services. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. Readers should confirm any separate registration or practice requirements with the relevant authorities.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Physiotherapy-related clinical reasoning
  • Rehabilitation planning
  • Patient and client communication
  • Application of knowledge in rehabilitative health services
  • Professional decision-making in physiotherapy contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Physiotherapy
SAQA ID
112427
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Rehabilitative Health/Services
Originator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Registration end in source dataset
2021-06-30
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.

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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.