Post-basic Diploma: Nursing Science: Medical: Surgical: Critical Care: Trauma and Emergency Care
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 7 post-basic nursing qualification focused on medical-surgical nursing within critical care, trauma and emergency care. It was developed by the Western Cape College of Nursing and carries 136 credits. The qualification’s registration period ended on 30 June 2018, so its current availability and status should be verified before considering enrolment.
What this qualification may cover
- Medical-surgical nursing
- Critical care nursing
- Trauma care
- Emergency care
- Nursing science at an advanced post-basic level
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking further nursing education in critical care, trauma and emergency care. Prospective learners should confirm that they meet the provider’s current admission requirements and that enrolment is available for this qualification.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support a pathway toward work as a Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency), according to the supplied career relationship. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into that career. Any applicable nursing registration and employment requirements should be confirmed with the relevant authorities and employers.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Medical-surgical nursing practice
- Critical care nursing practice
- Trauma and emergency care practice
- Nursing assessment and response in critical-care and emergency contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Post-basic Diploma: Nursing Science: Medical: Surgical: Critical Care: Trauma and Emergency Care
- SAQA ID
- 21261
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 136
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- Western Cape College of Nursing
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2018.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific intake is open.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and any clinical or workplace-based requirements.
- Confirm any nursing registration, practising or employment requirements with the relevant professional and regulatory bodies.
- Check whether the qualification remains suitable for your intended career or further-study plans.