National Certificate: Fundamental Ancillary Health Care
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The National Certificate: Fundamental Ancillary Health Care is an NQF Level 2 qualification in the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield. It carries 152 credits and focuses broadly on foundational ancillary health care within the OQSF. The available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 18 February 2009, while its current registration status still requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be of interest to people exploring foundational work in ancillary health care and promotive or developmental health services. It should not be treated as an admission rule, and prospective learners should confirm whether it is currently available and suitable for their circumstances.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support or relate to work as an Ancillary Health Care Worker. It is also listed in a direct-pathway relationship with Registered Nurse (Mental Health), but this does not guarantee admission to further study, professional registration, appointment or employment in nursing or any other occupation.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational ancillary health care skills
- Basic support in promotive health and developmental services
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Fundamental Ancillary Health Care
- SAQA ID
- 49085
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 2
- Minimum credits
- 152
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- SGB AHC
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-02-18
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that may apply.
- Confirm how the qualification relates to any intended further study, occupational role or professional registration, rather than assuming that it guarantees progression or employment.