NATIONAL HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN PUBLIC RELATIONS
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About this qualification
The National Higher Certificate in Public Relations is an NQF Level 5 higher-education qualification in the Public Relations subfield. It is intended to provide foundational preparation for work involving public relations and related communication activities. The qualification was originated by the University of Zululand and carries 120 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people interested in public relations, organisational communication, reputation-related activities, or entry-level support work in marketing and communications environments. It may also be considered by those seeking a higher-education qualification in the Public Relations field, subject to the provider’s stated admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards public relations and related marketing or communications work. The supplied career relationship identifies Advertising and Public Relations Manager as a direct pathway relationship, but completing the qualification does not guarantee appointment, employment or progression into management. Additional experience, further study and employer requirements may apply.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Public relations communication
- Written and verbal communication
- Stakeholder and relationship communication
- Support for advertising and public relations activities
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- NATIONAL HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN PUBLIC RELATIONS
- SAQA ID
- 114743
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Public Relations
- Originator
- University of Zululand
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 25 July 2019 and its current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or appropriately accredited for the qualification before registering.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection conditions.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach and whether any workplace-based, practical or other participation requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 114743, NQF level and credit value match the offering you intend to take.