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 an NQF level 5, 120-credit higher-education qualification in the Curative Health subfield. It is focused broadly on emergency medical care, but the available information does not provide enough detail to describe its specific curriculum or practical components.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may interest people seeking an entry-level higher-education pathway related to emergency medical care and curative health. Prospective learners should confirm that their background and goals align with the provider’s current admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide preparation relevant to emergency medical care, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular occupation.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care
- SAQA ID
- 119046
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- Western Cape Government College of Emergency Care
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2025-04-21
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as current status has not been confirmed and the available record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 21 April 2025.
- Confirm that the institution is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is still available for enrolment.
- Ask the provider to confirm the admission requirements before applying.
- Check the assessment arrangements and whether any practical, clinical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Request up-to-date information about the curriculum, delivery format, completion requirements and any progression or professional-registration implications before making a decision.