Further National Certificate: Advanced Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Science
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 120-credit qualification at NQF level 5 focused on advanced psychiatric mental health nursing science. It is intended to provide specialised study related to nursing care in mental health and psychiatric contexts.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in formal study related to psychiatric mental health nursing, including those exploring nursing work in mental health and psychiatric care settings. Prospective learners should confirm whether their prior education and experience meet the applicable admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for work related to psychiatric and mental health nursing by developing knowledge in this specialised nursing area. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Psychiatric mental health nursing knowledge
- Understanding of nursing science in mental health contexts
- Application of nursing concepts to psychiatric care
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Further National Certificate: Advanced Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Science
- SAQA ID
- 17379
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- Rand Afrikaans University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as a registration end date of 30 June 2009 is recorded and current status should be confirmed.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification issued will be appropriately recognised.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any clinical, workplace or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 17379, NQF level and credit value in the provider’s documentation before making a decision.