Higher Certificate in Nursing
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About this qualification
The Higher Certificate in Nursing is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is focused on nursing and the broader area of promotive health and developmental services, providing a higher-education foundation in this field.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in nursing-related study and promotive health services who want to explore a higher-education pathway in the field. It should not be treated as an admission decision or confirmation of eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further study or work-related development connected with nursing and promotive health services. It does not, on the information available, guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a specific nursing career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 121238
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- South African Military Health Service Nursing College
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2026-11-14
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the provider is properly accredited or authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, practical or clinical requirements apply.
- Confirm how the qualification may support your intended further-study or career pathway, including any separate professional registration requirements.