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Fellowship: College of Cardiothoracic Surgeons

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

SAQA ID16636
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This is an NQF Level 10, 360-credit higher-education qualification in the Curative Health subfield, awarded through the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa. Its title indicates a fellowship focused on cardiothoracic surgery and advanced specialist preparation in that area. The supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2012, so its current status must be verified before it is considered for enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking advanced specialist preparation related to cardiothoracic surgery may consider this qualification. Suitability, admission and professional prerequisites cannot be confirmed from the supplied information.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may be relevant to preparation for work as a surgeon, specifically in a cardiothoracic surgery context, based on the approved direct-pathway career relationship. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into surgical practice.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Cardiothoracic surgery knowledge and specialist practice capabilities

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Fellowship: College of Cardiothoracic Surgeons
SAQA ID
16636
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
Colleges of Medicine of South Africa
Registration end in source dataset
2012-06-30
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 status, since the supplied record shows registration ended on 30 June 2012 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution or provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification.
  • Check the applicable admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider to confirm the assessment arrangements and whether supervised clinical or workplace requirements apply.
  • Confirm any separate professional registration or legal requirements that may apply to practising as a surgeon.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.