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Higher Certificate in New Media in Public Relations

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SAQA ID112140
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Higher Certificate in New Media in Public Relations is an NQF Level 5, 120-credit higher education qualification focused on the relationship between public relations and new media. It is associated with the Public Relations subfield and is intended to provide a foundational qualification in this area.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in building a formal foundation in public relations and new media may consider this qualification. It may be relevant to learners exploring communication-related work in digital or media-focused environments, subject to the provider’s admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to public relations and new-media-related work, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a specific career. Because no approved related careers are mapped to this qualification in the available information, prospective learners should investigate possible career pathways independently.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational public relations communication
  • Communication in new-media contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in New Media in Public Relations
SAQA ID
112140
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
3
Subfield
Public Relations
Originator
The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2018-06-30
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 status, as the available record includes a registration end date of 30 June 2018 and current status is not verified.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering have the required accreditation or authorisation for the intended period of study.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based or practical requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification is open for new enrolment and that the qualification details match the current provider offering.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.