Further National Higher Diploma: Primary Health Care: Diagnosis: Treatment and Care
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This higher-education qualification focused on primary health care, with emphasis on diagnosis, treatment and patient care. It was positioned at NQF Level 6 and carried 240 credits. Its registration period ended on 30 June 2009, so its current availability and status should be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in the role of primary health care in diagnosing, treating and caring for patients might consider this qualification as part of their educational research. It should not be treated as an admission recommendation or as evidence of eligibility for a specific professional role.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may have been relevant to work involving primary health care, diagnosis, treatment and patient care. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and its historical registration status should be checked carefully.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Primary health-care practice
- Diagnostic thinking
- Treatment planning
- Patient care
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Further National Higher Diploma: Primary Health Care: Diagnosis: Treatment and Care
- SAQA ID
- 17451
- 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 registration and enrolment status, as the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2009.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification information matches the official SAQA record.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that may apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification supports the professional or employment pathway you are considering, including any separate registration or licensing requirements.