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Higher Certificate in Healthcare Management

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SAQA ID120340
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Higher Certificate in Healthcare Management is an NQF Level 5 higher-education qualification focused on foundational management knowledge for healthcare-related settings. It sits within the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield and carries 120 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing a foundation in healthcare management, including those exploring administrative or management-related work in healthcare settings. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule; prospective students should confirm the provider’s requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may help prepare learners for further study or for healthcare-related administrative and management contexts. No specific approved career relationships are supplied, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational healthcare management knowledge
  • Basic organisational and administrative capability in healthcare contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Healthcare Management
SAQA ID
120340
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
9
Subfield
Promotive Health and Developmental Services
Originator
MANCOSA Pty (Ltd)
Registration end in source dataset
2026-02-02
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 status and whether new enrolment is permitted.
  • Confirm that the institution is authorised to offer this qualification and that the specific delivery site or mode is covered.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace or practical requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID, NQF level and credit value in the provider’s current documentation.
  • Check whether the qualification remains suitable for your intended further-study or career pathway.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.