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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Bachelor of Nursing 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
118285  Bachelor of Nursing 
ORIGINATOR
University of KwaZulu-Natal 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-   HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
National First Degree(Min 480)  Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services  Curative Health 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  480  Not Applicable  NQF Level 08  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered  EXCO 0821/24  2021-07-14  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30   2034-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This qualification replaces: 
Qual ID Qualification Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Min Credits Replacement Status
110337  Bachelor of Nursing  Not Applicable  NQF Level 07  360  Complete 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
The purpose of the Bachelor of Nursing is to provide a well-rounded, broad education that equips qualified learners with the knowledge base, theory, principles and the skills of a general professional registered nurse and to provide principles and theories that equip qualified learners with the basis for entry into postgraduate studies and research, or professional practice as a General Nurse.

The qualification provides for the requirements for a license to practice as a professional registered nurse who can operate in a range of contexts such as primary (clinics, schools, community care centres, industries, and private practice), district, regional and tertiary hospitals and academia. Qualifying learners will be able to demonstrate initiative, responsibility and accountability in a professional, local, provincial, national and international context.

The qualification will further produce professionally registered nurses who are critical and independent thinkers, engaging in life-long learning and practicing within ethical and professional boundaries. Research capacity in the methodology and research techniques in nursing will be developed in preparation for monitoring and evaluation research to promote quality nursing care, contributing to evidence based practice.

Qualifying learners will have:
  • A wide range of skills, knowledge and attitudes that will enable them to make a meaningful and sustained contribution to health services.
  • An ethically based framework to allow for equity, justice in service delivery that will ensure that they work in a responsible and accountable manner, irrespective of their chosen workplace.
  • A wide range of transferable skills (physical, psychosocial, and spiritual) for application in other professions, disciplines and general life, including:
  • A methodical solution-based approach to problem solving.
  • An empowerment-based approach to the development of self and others.
  • Competence in written, oral and technologically based communication.
  • Capacity to assess, implement, monitor and evaluate health and other policy.
  • The ability to collaborate with all stakeholders including the service user, family and community at local and national.

    Rationale:
    The Bachelor of Nursing is a 4-year degree which will enable the learner to register with the South African Nursing Council, as a General Nurse and Midwife. There is a shortage of comprehensively qualified Professional Nurses in South Africa and this qualification is addressing an important need. Successful registration will license nurses to practise as a Professional Nurse as defined in the Nursing Act No. 33 of 2005.

    This qualification will enable the qualified learner to function as a clinically focused, service orientated, independent General Nurse and Midwife who is able to render comprehensive care across all spheres of health, as determined by the appropriate legislative framework (Nursing Act 33 of 2005). Comprehensive nursing in this context is defined in legislation as: "Nursing interventions that integrate and apply the scientific process of the full range of nursing i.e. general, community, obstetric, mental health that promote and maintain the health status of health care users in all contexts of health care delivery."

    A person with this qualification will work with all health care users and take responsibility for their nursing care in a variety of health care contexts. The qualification will provide him/her with a comprehensive view of the field of Nursing and the necessary skills to assess, plan, implement and evaluate their nursing care as required. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
    The Council of Higher Education Policy on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT) and Assessment in Higher Education (2016) will be considered when admitting learners through RPL. Admissions will be guided by the institution's RPL Policy which states that prospective learners who have attained a level of competence will be admitted into university studies. Learners may apply for credits through RPL. Therefore, in line with this policy, the level of competence of prospective learners will be assessed through before admission. Each learner will be required to submit a portfolio of evidence for consideration.

    Entry Requirements:
    The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • National Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4 granting access to Bachelor's Degree studies
    Or
  • Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4 granting access to Bachelor's Degree studies 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification consists of the following compulsory and elective modules at NQF Levels 5, 6, 7 and 8 totalling 544 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules, Level 5, 96 Credits:
  • Anatomy, 32 Credits.
  • Introductory Physiology, 16 Credits.
  • Special Science, 16 Credits.
  • Fundamental Nursing Science 1(Theory), 16 Credits.
  • Fundamental Nursing Science1 (Clinical), 16 Credits.

    Elective Modules, Level 5, 32 Credits (Choose two modules, of which one must be a language module):
  • Introduction to Psychology A, 16 Credits.
  • Introduction to Sociology, 16 Credits.
  • Introduction to Anthropology, 16 Credits.
  • Basic IsiZulu Language Studies A, 16 Credits.
  • Academic Learning in English, 16 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules at Level 6, 112 Credits:
  • Physiology Themes for Nursing, 16 Credits.
  • Pharmacology for Nurses, 16 Credits.
  • Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (Theory), 16 Credits.
  • Community Based Nursing (Theory and Clinical), 16 Credits.
  • Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (Clinical), 16 Credits.
  • Medical and Surgical Nursing 1 (Theory), 16 Credits.
  • Medical and Surgical Nursing 1 (Clinical), 16 Credits.

    Elective Modules at Level 6, 16 Credits (Choose one module):
  • Psychology, 16 Credits.
  • Sociology, 16 Credits.
  • Anthropology module, 16 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules at Level 7, 144 Credits:
  • Medical and Surgical Nursing 2 (Theory), 16 Credits.
  • Medical and Surgical Nursing 2 (Clinical), 16 Credits.
  • Medical and Surgical Nursing 3 (Theory), 16 Credits.
  • Medical and Surgical Nursing 3 (Clinical), 16 Credits.
  • Research in Nursing, 24 Credits.
  • Unit Management and Leadership, 16 Credits.
  • Sexual and Reproductive Health, Obstetrics and Midwifery Foundations (Theory), 16 Credits.
  • Sexual and Reproductive Health, Obstetric and Midwifery Foundations (Clinical), 24 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules at Level 8, 144 Credits:
  • Midwifery 1 (Theory), 16 Credits.
  • Midwifery 1 (Clinical), 24 Credits.
  • Midwifery 2 (Theory), 16 Credits.
  • Midwifery 2 (Clinical), 24 Credits.
  • Mental Health Nursing (Theory), 16 Credits.
  • Mental Health Nursing (Clinical), 16 Credits
  • Community Based Mental Health Nursing (Theory and Clinical), 16 Credits.
  • Primary Care (Theory and Clinical), 16 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Identify and address ethical and legal issues based on critical reflection within the South African legal and professional framework.
    2. Apply knowledge of biological and natural sciences, microbiology and parasitology, psycho-social sciences and pharmacology in the provision of safe nursing care, throughout the life span, in a variety of health care settings and communities in response to population needs.
    3. Manage the health care unit and health facility as a first line manager with the understanding of the roles and relationships within the multidisciplinary team.
    4. Access, produce and manage information effectively to a range of audiences, using Health Care System Information Technology to enhance evidence-based practice.
    5. Conduct research to investigate nursing, midwifery and health-related problems and utilize evidence to improve the quality of care.
    6. Continuously reflect critically and evaluate own personal practice accept responsibility and accountability.
    7. Apply knowledge of theories, methods and techniques in the practice of safe clinical nursing and midwifery that is responsive to the needs of the individual, the family and the community, in accordance with national legislative and policy frame works.
    8. Provide safe and quality obstetric, midwifery and neonatal care in a scientific, integrated and evidence-based approach in all health care settings. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Interpret and apply ethical codes, professional accountability and responsibility, and standards for the practice of nursing and midwifery consistently in line with their spirit and intent.
  • Promote advocacy activities for individual, group and community rights with respect to law and health care provision.
  • Apply ethical and legal frameworks in practice in a manner that reflects a clear understanding and interpretation of the requirements of SA Nursing and Health Care legislation.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • Show that knowledge of bio-natural sciences meets requirements for professional health care and promote effective nursing and midwifery care delivery.
  • Apply knowledge of microbiology and parasitology in nursing and midwifery practice in ways which benefit the level and quality of health care delivery to patients.
  • Apply knowledge of psychology, anthropology and sociology in nursing and midwifery practice in ways which benefit the level and quality of health care delivery to patients.
  • Show evidence of understanding of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, as well as standard treatment protocols/guidelines in prescribing and administering drugs to women pre-natal.
  • Apply pharmacological principles are applied in the care and control of drugs used for neonates.
  • Initiate treatment to manage common conditions (including prescribing and dispensing medication) in accordance with relevant legislation and protocols.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • Plan and provide for health care based on sound assessment, and informed decision making inclusive of the patient and other key stakeholders.
  • Develop unit philosophy, vision, mission, goals, policy and procedures for nursing and midwifery care provision and personnel management within a health care unit comply with current legislation, SANC requirements and international best practice for the profession.
  • Establish systems to promote cost effective and efficient service delivery within a health care unit.
  • Direct management and leadership activities towards the establishment of a team approach to health care, and deliver effective services within a physically safe and emotionally supportive environment.
  • Manage pharmacological preparations and treatment in ways that ensure the correct storage of drugs and the correct preparation and administration of pharmacological treatment.
  • Apply management processes strategically and systematically to manage resources effectively within a health care unit.
  • Implement and monitor quality management systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4
  • Use interpersonal skills to establish supportive and therapeutic relationships.
  • Communicate effectively using a variety of media and technology, including computers.
  • Organise, present and communicate professional information accurately and consistent with professional expectations.
  • Promote community involvement in health care through information sharing and contact, which supports ongoing collaboration with the community or group.
  • Document assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation accurately and timeously and promote effective service delivery as well as security and confidentiality of information.
  • Monitor standards set for unit health care delivery regularly, and gather information that identifies areas for improvement on an ongoing basis.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5
  • Conduct research of limited scope based on identified needs and take into consideration the steps of the research process, as per standard research text.
  • Conduct research based on ethically sound research principles and methods.
  • Develop strategies and/or programmes that are appropriate to the findings of comprehensive health assessments and based on sound epidemiological principles.
  • Provide care that is based on scientific evidence.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6
  • Engage in professional development activities that contribute significantly to the professional growth of nurses in sphere of influence, and to the standing of the nursing profession.
  • Direct learning activities towards positive health outcomes and use relevant teaching strategies.
  • Direct mentoring activities towards the development of others, according to their needs and their scope of practice.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7
  • Provide appropriate nursing care to the particular context based on comprehensive health assessment.
  • Implement nursing care in an integrated manner, according to plans. Health care status of individuals, groups and/or communities identifies changes in general status in time to implement preventive or corrective measures in the interests of general wellbeing.
  • Diagnose and manage conditions according to generally accepted treatment guidelines.
  • Provide support to patients recovering from illness to prepare them for discharge in ways that enable the patient, family and significant others to cope with the management of the patient at home.
  • Deliver nursing care that provides the necessary physical and psychological care and support for long term and/or terminally ill patients, in line with the accepted scope of practice for nursing.
  • Contribute to identification and management of interventions with patients' conditions, maintenance of homeostasis, the comfort of patient and significant others, and the prevention and/or management of complications.
  • Demonstrate competent clinical skills at all times.
  • Make clinical decisions/judgements in accordance with principles of clinical governance Strategies used in problem-solving are scientific, systematic and appropriate to addressing identified problems.
  • Base nursing interventions on individualised plans that reflect comprehensive and integrated assessment of mentally ill persons, and understanding of common emotional and behavioural disorders, as well as major psychiatric disorders (perceptual and severe mood disorders.
  • Interfere with mentally ill persons with generally accepted psycho-social techniques, and contribute to the therapeutic management of these patients.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8
  • Prepare a woman and family for pregnancy, childbirth and family changes, and take into consideration the woman's context/ background and facilitate antenatal classes and appropriate health education.
  • Conduct obstetric history-taking and physical examination of the mother in a comprehensive manner, using a variety of available technology.
  • Interpret and appropriately observe significant changes and laboratory results and refer where potential risk to mother and/or foetus exists.
  • Ensure wellbeing of the foetus by monitoring foetal movement, heart rates and growth.
  • Monitor and manage the mother during labour and delivery and demonstrate understanding of the physiology of labour, technology used to monitor the mother and wellbeing of the foetus.
  • Demonstrate understanding of changes taking place in a new-born baby through the management of the new-born.
  • Identify, accurately manage and refer potential and actual emergencies of the mother and/or foetus.
  • Deliver intra-labour care to the mother and baby that complies with generally accepted treatment guidelines, manage potential and actual emergencies, and promote the safety of both.
  • Deliver integrated post-natal care and provide for the long-term wellbeing of mother and child, in line with the accepted scope of practice for midwives. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification compares favourably with the selected international qualifications in terms of entry requirements, nature of content covered, assessment of learning and expectations on completion of training. All the qualifications are offered full time.

    The curriculum content covers similar contents, and the vertical organisation or sequencing of the core nursing modules starts with foundations of nursing, then general nursing and modules introducing learners to specialised areas of learning. The theory component and practical component in core nursing modules are treated as separate components, and both are receiving equal attention during the qualification offering.

    All the qualifications have an internship or community service aspect, as known in South Africa. The qualifications lead to registration with respective Nursing Councils.

    The differences are in the naming of some of the modules, but the content is similar, content of some modules which integrates content from several different modules, and named in a way that reflects the contents of the module.

    Country: India
    Institution: Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University: College of Nursing
    Qualification Title: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
    Entry Requirements: Higher Secondary School, Certificate Examination, or Senior School Certificate examination, Pre-degree examination (1-2), or an equivalent with 12 years schooling from a recognized board or university with science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), and English with minimum of 50% aggregate marks (PCBE).
    Duration: 4 years
    Modules:
  • English
  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Nutrition
  • Biochemistry
  • Nursing Foundation
  • Psychology
  • Introduction to computers
  • Marathi / Regional language
  • Sociology
  • Pharmacology
  • Pathology
  • Genetics
  • Medical surgical nursing (adult including geriatric)-
  • Community health nursing
  • Microbiology
  • Environmental Science
  • Medical surgical nursing (adult including geriatric)
  • Child Health Nursing
  • Mental Health Nursing
  • Communication & Educational Technology
  • Nursing Research & Statistics
  • Midwifery & Obstetrical Nursing
  • Community health nursing
  • Management of Nursing Service & Education (Integrated practice)
  • Midwifery & Obstetrical Nursing
  • Community health Nursing II Medical surgical Nursing (adult including geriatrics)
  • Child Health Nursing
  • Mental Health Nursing

    Eligibility to register with the Nursing Council: Eligible to apply for registration with the India Nursing Council as the registered nurse.
    Practical Requirements: Hospitals and communities, and simulation clinical skills laboratory.
    Assessments: Learners are expected to pass theory and practical components separately.
    Internship/Community Service: Internship is part of the qualification.

    Country: Australia
    Institution: Victoria University Melbourne
    Qualification Title: Bachelor of Nursing
    Entry Requirements: Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent), any Mathematics PLUS: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English other than EAL. PLUS: a study score of at least 20 in one of Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development or Psychology.
    Duration: 4 years full time
    Modules:
  • Anatomy and Physiology 1
  • Professional Nurse or Midwife
  • Foundations of Midwifery
  • Foundations in Nursing 1
  • Primary Health Care across the Lifespan
  • Anatomy and Physiology 2
  • Fundamentals of Midwifery and Nursing
  • Midwifery and Nursing Professional Practice Experience
  • Pathophysiology and Medications for Midwives
  • Contemporary Nursing A
  • Contemporary Nursing B
  • Professional Experience Placement 2 Nursing
  • Indigenous Health and Wellbeing
  • Midwifery Care 1: Developing Midwifery Practice
  • Midwifery Practice Experience 1
  • Research and Evidence Based Practice
  • Midwifery Care 2: Women with Complex Childbearing Needs
  • Midwifery Practice Experience 2
  • Contemporary Nursing and Mental Health A
  • Professional Experience Placement 3 Nursing Mental Health
  • Interprofessional Practice
  • Midwifery Care 3: Challenges in Contemporary Maternity Care
  • Supporting Newborn and Maternal Wellbeing
  • Women's Health
  • Transition to Professional Midwifery Practice
  • Midwifery Practice Experience 3
  • Nursing in Specialty Areas
  • Nursing and Complex Care
  • Nursing Practice Experience - Consolidation
  • Midwifery Practice Experience 4 - Consolidation
  • Professional Experience Placement 4 Nursing

    Eligibility to register with the Nursing Council: Eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia.

    Practical Requirements: Metropolitan and rural professional placements, complete 800 hours nursing and 856 hours of midwifery supervised professional practice. Practicals for general nursing (adult and child) and care for individual women through pregnancy, childbirth, and post-birth. Nursing 140 clinical laboratory and simulation hours; midwifery 50% of clinical hours spent in the state of the art midwifery simulation laboratory.

    Assessments: Learners are expected to pass theory and practical components separately.
    Internship/Community Service: Internship not necessary. Graduates have extensive practical experience across a range of clinical areas due to the institution's strong partnerships with clinical providers such as Western Health and Werribee Mercy Hospital.

    Country: China
    Institution: Jinzhou Medical University
    Qualification Title: Bachelor of Nursing Science
    Entry Requirements: Senior High School Certificate, High School or above, and Science outstanding achievement. The achievement of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology English proficiency test scores- TOEFL ¿ 80
    Duration: 4 years full time
    Modules:
  • English
  • Anatomy
  • Biochemistry
  • Physiology
  • Microbiology & Immunology
  • Biostatistics
  • Art and Humanities
  • Social Science
  • Natural Science
  • Service learning
  • Physical Assessment
  • Practice in Physical Assessment
  • Pharmacology
  • Applied Pathology
  • Introduction to Nursing
  • Human Development
  • Practice in Human Development
  • Fundamentals of Nursing
  • Practice in Fundamentals Nursing
  • Clinical Nursing Skills (I)
  • Clinical Nursing Skills (II)
  • Maternity Nursing
  • Practice in Maternity Nursing
  • Medical- Surgical Nursing (I)
  • Practice in Medical-Surgical Nursing (I)
  • Introduction to Nursing Research
  • Medical-Surgical Nursing (II)
  • Practice in Medical-Surgical Nursing (II)
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Practice in Pediatric Nursing
  • Introduction to Nursing Administration
  • Biomedical Ethics
  • Community Health Nursing
  • Practice in Community Health Nursing
  • Psychiatric Nursing
  • Practice in Psychiatric Nursing
  • Practice in Nursing Administration
  • Practice in Comprehensive Nursing (I)
  • Integration of Chinese Traditional Medicine
  • Acupuncture

    Eligibility to register with the Nursing Council: Eligible to apply for registration with the Local Nursing Registration Board in China.

    Practical Requirements: Clinical placement in a range of units in hospitals. Placement is simulated clinical environment.

    Assessments: Learners are expected to pass theory and practical components separately.
    Internship/Community Service: Internship in affiliated hospitals.

    Country: United States of America
    Institution: Jones International University (Englewood)
    Qualification Title: Bachelor of Nursing
    Entry Requirements: Grade 12/Matric pass, a study score of 35 in Biology, any English, Health and Human Development or any Mathematics equals 3 aggregate points per study.
    Duration: 4 years full time
    Modules:
  • Academic Integrity
  • Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
  • Partnerships in Midwifery Care 1
  • Quality and Safety: Nursing Practice 1
  • Quality and Safety in Health Care
  • Partnerships in Midwifery Care 2
  • Health Assessment
  • Quality and Safety: Nursing Practice 2
  • Partnerships in Midwifery Care 3
  • Quality Use of Medicines
  • Quality and Safety: Nursing Practice 3
  • Understanding Health
  • Collaboration in Midwifery Care
  • Mental Health and Illness
  • Challenges in Infant Care
  • Community Nursing Practice
  • The Older Person and Supportive Care
  • Chronic Illness and Supportive Care
  • Midwifery Practice 1
  • Understanding Research Evidence
  • Child and Adolescent Health
  • Midwifery Practice 2
  • Complexities in Midwifery Care
  • Leadership and Clinical Governance
  • Primary Midwifery Practice
  • Mental Health Promotion
  • Comprehensive Nursing Practice

    Eligibility to register with the Nursing Council: Eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing Council as the Registered Nurse.

    Practical Requirements: Placement in a variety of settings including acute/sub-acute care, medical and surgical care, paediatrics, aged care, rehabilitation, community nursing and mental health nursing.
    Midwifery clinical experiences includes all areas of midwifery practice, including pregnancy care, labour and birth, postnatal care and neonatal care.
    These may be undertaken in hospitals and community health care centres in metropolitan, rural and regional areas.
    Assessments: Learners are expected to pass theory and practical components separately.
    Internship/Community Service: No

    Country: Brazil
    Institution: Universidade Estadual Paulista: Jolio De Mesquita Filho
    Qualification Title: Bachelor of Science in Nursing:
    Entry Requirements: Higher secondary School Certificate
    Duration: 4 years full time
    Modules:
  • Anatomy Applied to Nursing
  • Biophysics
  • Biochemistry
  • Introduction to Nursing including Semiotics
  • Introduction to Psychology
  • Morphology
  • Nurse-Patient Relationship I
  • Community Nursing
  • Vital Statistics
  • Nursing History and Legislation
  • Immunology Applied to Nursing
  • Introduction to Informatics Applied to Nursing
  • Research Methodology I
  • Microbiology Applied to Nursing
  • Basic Nutrition
  • Health and Environment
  • Social Sciences: Sociology and Anthropology
  • Epidemiology
  • Human Physiology
  • Nursing Fundamentals: Semiotics
  • Introduction to Nursing Management
  • Parasitology Applied to Nursing
  • Community Health
  • General Pathologic anatomy
  • Didactics Applied to Nursing (Including Teaching Training) Group of disciplines
  • Diet therapy
  • Pharmacology
  • Development Psychology
  • Nurse-Patient Relationship II
  • Clinical and Surgical Adult Health
  • Nursing in Surgical Center
  • Nursing in Transmittable Diseases
  • Psychiatric Nursing
  • Human Genetics
  • Psychology in Health
  • Nurse-Patient Relationship III
  • Nursing Management
  • Gynaecological, Obstetric and Neonatal Nursing
  • Mother-Child Nursing in the Community
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Mother-Child and Public Health Nutrition
  • Nursing Assistance to Critical Patients
  • Bioethics
  • Nursing in Collective Health
  • Nursing Management
  • Research Methodology II
  • Supervised Practicing

    Eligibility to register with the Nursing Council: Eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing Council as the Registered Nurse.

    Practical Requirements: Clinical placement in a range of units in hospitals, community and simulated clinical skills environment: General Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Gynecological, Obstetric and Neonatal Nursing Mother-Child Nursing facilities.

    Assessments: Learners are expected to pass theory and practical components separately.
    Internship/Community Service: Internship is part of the qualification. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences, NQF Level 8.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Master of Nursing, NQF Level 9 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    NOTES 
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    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
    When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification.
     
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