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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Bachelor of Radiography Honours in Nuclear Medicine |
SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
15135 | Bachelor of Radiography Honours in Nuclear Medicine | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
University of Pretoria | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
CHE - Council on Higher Education | HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
Honours Degree | Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services | Preventive Health | ||
ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
Undefined | 120 | Level 7 | NQF Level 08 | Regular-Provider-ELOAC |
REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
SAQA 1141/23 | 2021-07-01 | 2024-06-30 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2025-06-30 | 2028-06-30 |
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 does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. |
PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
Purpose:
This qualification is intended for Nuclear Medicine Radiographers in a Nuclear Medicine facility. The qualifying learner will have insight and competence to apply scientific knowledge in the development of Nuclear Medicine procedures. The learner will be competent to apply relevant management strategies effectively and consistently in daily and continuous management of imaging departments. Learners will have comprehensive, in-depth knowledge, specialised technical and research skills in the field of Nuclear Medicine. An attitude of lifelong learning will be fostered, ensuring continuing self-development and developments in the field. The purpose of this qualification is to obtain register an additional qualification with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) Rationale: |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy. Entry requirements: The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is: Or |
RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
Y |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
1. Apply scientific skills and technologies to the clinical presentation for the production of optimum image quality in the specialised fields and research units of Nuclear Medicine.
1.1 Analyse the techniques pertinent to DSPECT and PET imaging (coincidence imaging). 1.2 Utilises complex imaging systems appropriate to SPECT and PET. 1.3 Assess image quality. 1.4 Evaluate imaging equipment applicable to the SPECT and PET. 1.5 Critically evaluate final images. 1.6 Apply the knowledge and understanding of radionuclide production. 2. Apply research principles, skills and develop a research climate in nuclear medicine. 2.1 Analyse a case study applicable to a Nuclear Medicine Department. 2.2 Evaluate an appropriate research publication. 2.3 Assimilate applicable scientific literature. 2.4 Participate in research projects to develop new concepts and patient management and/or Apply research principles in order to resolve problems and/or develop strategies for the improvement in the delivery of radiographic services. 2.5 Apply research principles and skills in the acquisition of data to produce projects/reports, presentations and publications based on scientific facts and information in order to promote professional development. 3. Assess specified Nuclear Medicine images for technical quality and interpretation of results. 3.1 Manage all the procedures and patient care linked to relevant modalities. 3.2 Manage quality assurance in all aspects of the Nuclear Medicine facility or apply knowledge, principles and concepts of quality assurance in the attainment of images and results of the optimum diagnostic quality. 4. Able to plan, develop and manage a nuclear medicine department as well as apply strategic management and administration to ensure a quality Nuclear Medicine service. 4.1 Operate effectively within the medical team. 4.2 Manage and administer human resources or Plan, develop and apply a self-actualisation programme for the professional development of the nuclear medicine radiographer. 4.3 Manage and administer financial and technical resources. 4.4 Manage and administer a strategic plan appropriate to Nuclear Medicine service rendered. |
ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
1.1
1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 3.1 3.2 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 Integrated Assessment: Portfolios. Simulations. Work-place assessments. Written examinations. Oral examinations. Other: Research project is completed and evaluated by internal and external assessors and moderators. Assessment is continuous and is done on the following basis Portfolio assessment Formative Assessment The learner works and studies under the constant and close supervision of senior academic and clinical personnel, who monitor/ assess and comment on the learner's performance such as personal evaluation forms are completed Summative evaluation Portfolios work that has been compiled by the learner is assessed by the assessors and moderator(s) One or more written examinations are set at predetermined intervals and especially at or close to the end of the prescribed study period. One or more oral and/or practical examinations may be similarly set. These written, oral and practical examinations are set to a high standard and are conducted in a manner which ensures comprehensive and thorough evaluation of the theoretical knowledge, acquired experience and clinical/practical skills of the learner. |
INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
This qualification compares with the international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content offered. |
ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
This qualification allows for both horizontal and vertical articulation.
Horizontal articulation: Vertical articulation: |
MODERATION OPTIONS |
N/A |
CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
N/A |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015. |
NOTES |
N/A |
LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
NONE |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here. |
1. | University of Pretoria |
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