Further National Certificate: Medical: Surgical Nursing Science: Trauma Nursing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 120-credit NQF Level 5 further national certificate focused on medical and surgical nursing science in the area of trauma nursing. It relates to nursing care in curative-health settings, with particular relevance to patients affected by traumatic injuries and surgical conditions. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2009, and its current status should be verified before relying on it for enrolment or progression.
Who might consider this qualification?
People exploring further learning related to surgical nursing and trauma nursing may consider this qualification, subject to the applicable admission, professional and provider requirements. The title suggests a specialised nursing focus, but the available evidence does not establish who was or is eligible to enrol.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may have supported preparation for work involving trauma- and surgical-nursing contexts. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or eligibility for a particular nursing role. No approved related-career mappings are available, and the qualification’s historical registration status should be confirmed before considering it for current career planning.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Trauma-focused nursing practice
- Surgical nursing practice
- Care considerations for patients with traumatic injuries
- Nursing practice in curative-health settings
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Further National Certificate: Medical: Surgical Nursing Science: Trauma Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 17410
- 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 status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is legitimately available.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether previous nursing education, registration or experience is required.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any clinical or workplace-learning requirements.
- Confirm whether completing the qualification would support the professional or employment pathway you are considering, and check any separate registration or employer requirements.