Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care is a 120-credit HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Curative Health subfield. It is focused on developing a foundation in emergency medical care. The supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024, so its current availability should be verified before enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a foundational understanding of emergency medical care and exploring further study or work related to the health field might consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to emergency medical care and related health-service pathways. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information, and completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of emergency medical care
- Health-related knowledge relevant to emergency care contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care
- SAQA ID
- 111391
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of Johannesburg
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, particularly because the supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 111391, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making payment.