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Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing

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SAQA ID97756
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing is a 120-credit NQF Level 5 qualification in the Curative Health subfield. It is intended to support preparation for auxiliary nursing and related health-support work, subject to applicable admission, training, assessment and professional requirements.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in developing a foundation for auxiliary nursing and patient-support work. Prospective learners should confirm that the qualification suits their goals and that they meet the provider’s current requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to auxiliary nursing and other health-support roles. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or permission to practise. Any role-specific legal, workplace or registration requirements should be confirmed with the relevant authorities and employers.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational auxiliary nursing support
  • Basic patient-care support
  • Health-service support in a curative-health context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing
SAQA ID
97756
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
Emmanuel Verpleegskool (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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 and enrolment status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and current status requires confirmation.
  • Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, fees, delivery arrangements and application deadlines.
  • Ask the provider for details of assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based learning requirements.
  • Confirm whether completion meets any current requirements for the role or professional registration you intend to pursue.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.