Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care
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About this qualification
The Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is associated with the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield and focuses broadly on emergency medical care.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in the emergency medical care field and in developing a formal foundation in this area. It should not be treated as an admission rule or as confirmation of eligibility for a particular role.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to further exploration of emergency medical care-related study or work. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information, and completion should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment or professional registration.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care
- SAQA ID
- 109029
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the recorded registration end date is 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the institution and programme have the required current accreditation or authorisation.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider whether assessment, practical or workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification remains available before making an application or payment.