Further National Higher Diploma: Medical: Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: General
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About this qualification
This is a 240-credit Further National Higher Diploma at NQF Level 6 in the HEQSF, focused on medical and surgical nursing science with a general critical care nursing focus. The qualification is associated with Rand Afrikaans University. Its current SAQA status has not been verified, and the supplied registration record indicates an end date of 30 June 2009.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced study related to medical and surgical nursing science and general critical care nursing may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s current admission rules and availability. The title suggests particular relevance to people with an existing nursing background, but the applicable requirements should be confirmed directly.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further knowledge development relevant to critical care and medical-surgical nursing environments. It should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular nursing role.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Medical and surgical nursing knowledge
- General critical care nursing knowledge
- Understanding of nursing practice in critical care contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Further National Higher Diploma: Medical: Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: General
- SAQA ID
- 17425
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 240
- 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 status and whether new enrolment or completion is still possible.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is still available.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any required clinical, workplace or practical components.
- Confirm whether any professional registration, employer or regulatory requirements apply to the intended use of the qualification.