Higher Certificate in Nursing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Higher Certificate in Nursing is a 120-credit, NQF Level 5 higher education qualification in the HEQSF, located in the Rehabilitative Health/Services subfield. It is intended to provide foundational preparation related to nursing, although the available information does not specify its detailed curriculum or practical requirements.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in foundational higher education study related to nursing may consider this qualification. Suitability depends on the provider’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further nursing-related study or roles, subject to applicable admission, workplace, registration and legal requirements. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational nursing-related knowledge
- Basic understanding of rehabilitative health and services
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 119028
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Rehabilitative Health/Services
- Originator
- Ukwazi School Of Nursing (Pty) Ltd - Main Campus
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific campus and delivery mode are covered.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and application deadlines.
- Ask the provider to confirm the assessment arrangements and whether practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm any separate requirements that may apply to nursing practice, professional registration or employment before relying on the qualification for a particular career pathway.