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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Advanced Higher Diploma: Somatology 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
48898  Advanced Higher Diploma: Somatology 
ORIGINATOR
Potchefstroom Akademie (Edms) Bpk/Potchefstroom Academy (Pty) Ltd 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-   HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
National Certificate  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  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L7  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 SAQA 0480/09  2009-07-01  2012-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2012-06-30   2014-06-30  

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 
The qualified learner who has achieved this qualification will be able to:
  • Evaluate, assess and design a relaxation treatment for the clients. Monitor and assess the clients progress for the purpose of having a satisfied client.
  • Identify a topic for the research project so that the research work can be executed in a proper scientific way.
  • Identify and screen the clients for the research project so that the experimental and controlled group will be chosen in scientifically fashion
  • Execute the treatments, record the clients progress and compare the results between the clients so that the learner can apply her/his skills and knowledge in assessment
  • Write a report based on the findings of the treatment results so as to make a contribution toward product research.


    Rationale
  • The learner entering for the qualification must be in possession of a higher diploma in Somatology at level 6.
  • Besides a career as a therapist in Health and Skincare clinics, spa's and if being self-employed, the qualified learner has a promising career in skincare products research projects.
  • The growing need for even better skin and body products emphasises the importance and necessity for research on product development and improvement.
  • The utilization of the skills, knowledge and experience achieved over a period of 4 years qualifies this learner as a knowledgeable and skilful researcher. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    This qualification assumes that the leaner will have demonstrated competency against the unit standards set for the Higher Diploma in Somatology at level 6.


    Recognition of Prior Learning

    Non-applicable at this stage. In order for the learner to enter for this qualification must have a Higher Diploma in Somatology at level 6. 

    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    N/A 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    On achieving this qualification the learner must be able to:
  • Evaluate, assess and design a relaxation treatment and monitor the clients progress.
  • Perform a relaxation treatment set against the unit standards.
  • Should be able to screen the clients for the research project, execute the treatments and compare the various results and write a report on the final results. 
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    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The learner must demonstrate an ability to consider a range of treatments and be able to make a decision based on her assessment of the client to chose the correct treatment and execute this treatment in a summative assessment.
    The research project will be evaluated as part of the four year syllabi. This project will be evaluated against the following criteria:
  • Logic of the topic
  • The use of the correct terminology
  • Hypothesis
  • Literature study
  • Empirical procedures
  • The connection between the theory and the empiric
  • Critical evaluation of material
  • Reference
  • Bibliography
  • Work plan
  • Budget
  • Use of the study guidance

    Evaluate that the learner demonstrates an understanding of :
  • Various skills and techniques of the relaxation treatments

    Monitor the learner's reaction to feedback on their performance. Re-evaluate the learner's reaction in implementing the suggestions.


    Formative and summative assessment

    Formative assessment will be carried out through the year by means of regular theoretical and practical evaluations and assignments. Through these formative assessments the students are able to build a year mark which comprises 50% of their final mark.
    Formative assessments are carried out after completion of a specific outcome.

    Formative assessment will be done through:
  • Questioning - written and oral
  • Observation
  • Simulation of role-play
  • Completing of client record cards
  • Research

    Summative assessments are internally done twice yearly. This assessment is carried out through written papers and practical evaluation where the student must show competency in integrating all skills and techniques learned.


    Integrated Assessment

    Exit level outcomes for the following:

    1. Teaching and learning strategies

    Practical sessions:
  • Demonstrations of the correct technique to perform a treatment.
  • Practical application in class on models under supervision.
  • Practical evaluation according to a set standard.
  • Discussion of the evaluation results, in order to correct any problems.

    Theory sessions:
  • Assignments regarding the current subfield of the subject being taught.
  • Transparencies are used as a teaching aid during the lecturing period.
  • Regular class evaluations are conducted. Discussion of the test to correct any problems.
  • Main evaluations are conducted twice yearly.
  • The facilitator have scheduled appointments with the learner to discuss progress of the research project and to give advise as to problem solving.

    2. Assessment of learner
  • Practical evaluations and examinations
  • Tests and examinations
  • Continual assessment through assignments

    3. The procedures for determining year / semester marks of each student enrolled at the Potchefstroom Akademie.

    Subject mark -
  • This is the examination admittance mark, which is based on major tests, class tests, practical work and evaluation of other academic achievements of students during the academic semester. A sub-minimum subject mark of 40% is applicable.
  • If a student is absent from a test (with reason) an opportunity to be re-evaluated has to be created for the student. It is the responsibility of the student to arrange a suitable date, with the particular lecturer for the test.
  • Subject marks may not be calculated on the number of tests for which the student reported, in other words, absence (without a doctor's letter or valid excuse) from tests must be penalised.

    Year subjects:
  • For full time students there will be a minimum of six evaluation opportunities, one of which will be major test or mid-year examination.

    Semester programmes:
  • Offering of instructional theory and practical programmes:
  • Subjects that are based on theory and practical are separately evaluated. Both must be passed at the end of the same year with an average of 50%.

    The number of tests per semester:
  • A minimum of three class tests. Two of these tests must count to a minimum of 50 marks or more, and the major test must count a minimum of 100 marks or more.

    The calculation of subject mark:
  • Test 1 (50) + Test 2 (50) = 100.
  • Tests (100) + Major test (100) = 200 marks (Mark must be processed to %).
  • Final examination mark - Subject mark 50% + Examination mark 50% = 100%.

    Practical programmes:
  • For full and part time students there will be a minimum of six evaluation opportunities, one of which will be a major test or mid-year examination.

    The calculation of subject mark is the same as for theory marks:

    The minimum evaluation for a full and part time student is as follows:

    (i) First quarter:
  • Theory - a minimum of two class tests and each test must count 50 marks or more.
  • Practical - a minimum of two class evaluations and each evaluation must count 50 marks or more.

    Marks are calculated as follows:
  • Test/Evaluation 1 (50) + Test/Evaluation 2 (50) = 100 Report mark

    A progress report is to be issued at the end of the term.

    (ii) Second quarter:
  • Theory - a minimum of one class test - 50 marks or more and a major test or mid-year examination of 100 marks or more.
  • Practical - One practical evaluation must be carried out, marked out of 50 or more and mid-year examination out of 100 marks.

    Marks are calculated as follows:
  • Test/Evaluation 1 (50) + Test /Evaluation 2 (50) + Test/Evaluation 3 (50)= 150 (Mark must be processed to %)
  • Test 100% + Mid Examination 100% =200 (Mark must be processed to %) Report mark

    Report mark
  • Progress report to be issued at the end of the quarter.

    (iii) Third quarter:
  • Theory - a minimum of two class tests and each test must count 50 marks or more.
  • Practical - a minimum of two class evaluations and each evaluation must count 50 marks or more.

    Marks are calculated as follows:
  • Test/Evaluation 1 (50) + Test/Evaluation 2 (50) + Test/Evaluation 3 (50) + Test/Evaluation 4 (50) + > Test/Evaluation 5 (50) = 250 (Mark must be processed to %)
  • Tests 100% + Mid Examination 100% =200 (Mark must be processed to %) Report mark and year mark

    (iv) Fourth quarter:
  • Theory - Final examination 100 marks or more
  • Practical - Final examination 100 marks or more

    Marks are calculated as follows:
  • Year mark 100% + Final examination 100% = 200 (Mark must be processed to %) Report mark
  • Practical - Year mark 100% + Final examination 100% = 200 (Mark must be processed to %) Report mark

    Students entering at a research level - Final practical mark will be calculated as follows: 50% class practical mark + 50% practical thesis to be handed in at the end of the year = 100%

    Progress report is to be issued at the end of the quarter.
    (Alternative assignment or thesis can be used as a test result)

    Refusal to sit for an examination:
  • A candidate will not be allowed to write an examination if he / she did not attain the minimum of 40 % of the subject mark. Any exceptions will be referred to the Director of the Academy for a decision.

    A student will be refused admittance to examinations if class fees are not paid on time.

    In cases where practical work is not separately examined, a practical mark of at least 50% will be required for acceptance to the theoretical examination.

    The subject mark and the examination refusal will be available on the date when lectures close for examination. The above-mentioned date has to be set on a minimum of three academic days before the examination commences, with the exception of skills subjects and practical examinations.

    It is the responsibility of each lecturer to hand in his or her subject mark, attendance figures, practical marks (where applicable), within at least seven academic days after the closure of the term. It has to be handed in at the administrative office to the administrative co-ordinator.

    Subject lecturers are responsible for the accuracy of the subject marks and all queries or corrections will be referred to them.

    Calculation of the examination marks:
  • This is the examination admittance mark that is based on the major tests, class tests, practical work, evaluation and all other academic achievements of the student throughout the semester or the year. A sub-minimum of 40% is applicable on subject marks. When students are absent from tests as a result of a valid reason, there has to be an opportunity for a retake or re-evaluation. The responsibility lies with the student to arrange a date with the lecturer to be re-evaluated. Subject marks may not be calculated on the number of tests for which the student reported, in other words the absence (without valid reason or a doctor's note) of tests must be penalised. The mark allocated in this instance will be a zero.

    Admission to culminative assessments (examinations).

    Details of rules for admission to final assessments and/or examinations and any exemptions as follows:

    Subject mark -
  • This is the examination admittance mark, which is based on major tests, class tests, practical evaluation, assignments and evaluation of other academic achievements of students through the extent of the academic year. A sub-minimum of 40% is applicable to a subject mark. If a student is absent from a test or evaluation (with a valid reason) an opportunity for re-evaluation has to be created for the student. It is the responsibility of the student to arrange with the particular lecturer for a suitable date for the evaluation.
  • Subject marks may not be calculated on the number of tests or evaluations for which the student reported, in other words the absence (without valid reason or a doctor's note) of tests must be penalised.

    Examination refusal:
  • A candidate will be refused examination if he / she does not have the minimum of a 40 % mark in a subject. Exceptions will be referred to the Head of Department for a decision.

    A student will be refused admittance to writing an examination if class fees have not been fully paid on time.

    In cases where practical work is not separately examined, a practical mark of at least 50% will be necessary for acceptance to the theoretical examination.

    A list with subject marks and the examination refusals will be available on the date when classes close for examination. The above-mentioned date has to be set within a minimum of three academic days before the examination commences, with the exception of skill subjects and practical examinations.

    It is the responsibility of each lecturer to hand in his or her subject mark, attendance figures, practical marks (where applicable), within at least seven academic days after the closure of the term. It has to be handed in to the guardian lecturer of each year group. Note: Lecturers may not make known a subject mark or attendance figures, it is the responsibility of the guardian lecturer.

    Subject lecturers are responsible for the accuracy of the subject marks and all queries / corrections will be referred to them. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    None at present for international qualification are equal to Level 5. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Horizontally:
  • There is a possibility that in feature the program will articulate with the Allied Health Council's programmes. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    Appointment Of Assessors / Examiners And Moderators.

    The Potchefstroom Akademie is responsible for the nomination of assessors / examiners and moderators for each subject which will be examined. The name of the nominated examiner / moderator has to be given to the Head of Department for appointment and acceptance, with the understanding that :
  • The examiner, external examiner or moderator will possess the same or higher applicable qualification as the qualification for which the examiner / external examiner / moderator is appointed for.

    General guidelines for moderators on the moderating of examination papers:

    The moderator is supposed to compare solutions with that of the examiner. If the moderator is satisfied that the examination questions fairly reflect the syllabus and that the weight carried by the marks is reasonable for the amount of work involved in the model answer, the examination paper must be signed and dated by the moderator. If the moderator is not satisfied with the concept examination paper, the examiner must be consulted, and suggestions made for changes, if necessary. If both the examiner and the moderator agree, they must both sign and date the accepted examination paper.

    Moderators have to moderate a minimum of twenty scripts. In the case of 200 or more scripts at least 10% of these scripts have to be moderated. The moderator has one to three days to moderate scripts. Notwithstanding all other prescriptions the following requirements have to be adhered to when examination scripts are moderated:

    All border cases: 38 - 39%; 48 - 49% and 73 -74% must be moderated.

    All the marks on the examination scripts have to be verified and the examination mark must be calculated in percentage.

    The examination mark sheet must also be verified, to ensure that the correct mark has been written on the mark sheet.

    All differences in marks between the moderator and the examiner must be carried forward to the mark sheet according to the regulations.

    The completed mark sheets, moderator report and the moderated scripts, have to be delivered by hand, or sent to the guardian lecturer of the Potchefstroom Academy, by registered post, or by e-mail. 
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    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. 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.