POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY: INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION AND GROUP TECHNIQUES
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About this qualification
This is a postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 8 focused on interpersonal communication and group techniques in the context of occupational therapy. It carries 120 credits and falls within the Communication Studies subfield of the HEQSF.
What this qualification may cover
- Interpersonal communication in an occupational therapy context
- Group techniques in an occupational therapy context
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in postgraduate study related to occupational therapy, particularly the communication and group-work aspects of practice, may consider this qualification. Whether it is suitable depends on the individual's prior education, experience and the provider's requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development relevant to occupational therapy-related work involving communication and group techniques. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Interpersonal communication
- Working with groups
- Applying group techniques in an occupational therapy context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY: INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION AND GROUP TECHNIQUES
- SAQA ID
- 114083
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Communication Studies
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 25 July 2019 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited where applicable.
- Check the provider's admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, practical or experiential requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification remains open for new enrolment and that the advertised title, NQF level and credit value match the official information.