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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

National Higher Diploma: Nursing: Community

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
72274	National Higher Diploma: Nursing: Community
ORIGINATOR
Durban University of Technology
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
National Higher Diploma	Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services		Promotive Health and Developmental Services
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	120	Level 7	Level N/A: 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 06120/18	2018-07-01	2018-12-31
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2019-12-31		2022-12-31

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
1811	National Higher Diploma: Nursing: Community	Level 7	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L7	120	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

The qualification is intencded for community nurses functioning in comprehensive health services. The qualifying person will be competent in applying basic community nursing strategies and technologies as well as basic management stategies in the comprehensive health unit(s).

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

National Diploma (First Degree) in general nursing; registration with the South African Nursing Council.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Functions within the ethical/legal framework of the nursing profession and related fields.
2. Promotes optimum levels of health.
3. Provides comprehensive health services.
4. Participates in research.
5. Manages identified component(s) of a community health service.

1.1 Advocates for the health and welfare of groups and individuals.
(c/f) 2 credits
NQF 6
1.2 Evaluates contemporary nursing issues.
(c/f) 3 credits
NQF 6
1.3 Provides community health-nursing services within the legal and professional scope of practice.
(c) 2 credits
NQF 6

2.1 Implements health policies and legislation.
(c/f/e) 2 credits
NQF 6
2.2 Participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of health promotion programmes.
(c/e) 8 credits
NQF 6
2.3 Promotes optimal levels of health at individual and aggregate levels.
(c/f) 4 credits
NQF 6
2.4 Participates in inter-sectoral collaboration.
(c/f 5 credits)
NQF 6
2.5 Analyses local health trends.
? 3 credits
NQF 6
2.6 Facilitates and promotes community development.
(e) 10 credits
NQF 6
3.1 Facilitates client referrals.
(c/f) 2 credits
NQF 6
3.2 Assesses health at the aggregate and individual level in different contexts.
NQF 6
3.3 Manages health care within the parameters of the three levels of prevention (primary, secondary and tertiary) within different environments.
(c/f/e) 18 credits
NQF 6
3.4 Acts as a consultant and Counsellor.
(c/f) 6 credits
NQF 6
3.5 Carries out interventions that are responsive to cultural diversities.
(c/f) 6 credits
4.1 Identifies and participates in the basic research process.
(c/f/e) 14 credits
NQF 6
4.3 Applies ethical principles to research activities.
(c/e/f) 2 credits
NQF 6
5.1 Analyses community health service needs.
(c/e) 5 credits
NQF 6
5.2 Plans for the optimal management of financial, physical and human resources.
(c/e) 10 credits
NQF 6
5.3 Solves problems for effective decision-making.
(f/c/e) 5 credits
NQF 6
5.4 Critically evaluates the management of community health services in terms of the organisation of local health services in South Africa.
(e) 3 credits
NQF 6
5.5 Facilitates networking within the health services.
(c/e) 2 credits
NQF 6
5.6 Participates in quality improvement and professional development.
(e) 3 credits
NQF 6

Critical Outcome:
a) Identifying and solving problems within the context of the community-nursing environment in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
b) Working effectively with others as a member of a multidisciplinary health team, intersectoral group, organisation and or community.
c) Organising, analysing and critically evaluating information within the context of community nursing.
d) Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information in order to draw up appropriate nursing plans within the community-nursing context.
e) Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion to colleagues, staff and clients.
f) Using science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others in terms of the primary health care philosophy.
g) Demonstrating an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving context do not exist in isolation, hence the focus on "holistic" health care.
h) Contributing to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large, by making it the underlying intention of this programme of learning to make the individual aware of the importance of:

Reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively

Participating as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities

Being culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts

Exploring education and career opportunities

Develop entrepreneurial opportunities

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1.1. The steps of the advocacy process are explained correctly.
* Policies and procedures for the protection of clients are identified.

1.2. Different viewpoints based on scientific reasoning regarding the development of community health nursing within the South African contexts are formulated.

1.3. Health care in the community environment is planned and managed according to the scientific method of nursing and within the scope of ethical and legal norms.

1.4. Management of community health issues demonstrates knowledge of legislation applicable to the community health environment.
* Professional legislation is applied and interpreted appropriately.

2.1. Policies and procedures appropriate for the protection of the health of the community are identified e.g. AIDS
2.2. A health promotion programme is introduced based on a needs assessment and is relevant to and accepted by the community.
* Relevant health education linked to the needs of individuals/families/communities is planned and implemented.
2.3. Internationally recognised standards of health are used as a frame of reference.
* Programme(s) aimed at raising the health standards of the community are formulated, focusing on the primary, secondary and tertiary levels of illness prevention.
* Factors influencing community participation are taken into account when planning health services.
2.4. Other sectors having an influence on health are correctly identified.
* The need for and principles of intersectoral collaboration are identified and explained in the appropriate context.
2.5. Factors influencing policy and affecting the structure and functioning of community health services are identified.
* Analysis of health trends is used a basis for planning of a health service within an appropriate context.

2.6. Initiates of or participates in a project based on the principles of community development and empowerment.

3.1. A knowledge of and correct use of relevant community resources is demonstrated e.g. as required within a case study of an individual or family.

3.2. Health data on individuals, families and aggregate groups is collated and interpreted to enable the planning for optimal health.

3.3. Health care is managed within the framework of the primary, secondary and tertiary levels of prevention and will include the following areas:

Environmental control

Prevention and control of communicable and non-communicable diseases of public health significance

Mother and child care

School health services

Occupational health services

Facilities for the care of the aged

Rehabilitation services

* A rehabilitation programme is designed, relevant to the needs of a specific client or group.
* The community resources identified for utilization in the various contexts are relevant in terms of client needs.

3.4. Provides information and counselling services
* Implements interventions and appropriate referrals aimed at helping clients clarify problems, deal with crisis and make informed decisions and choices.

3.5. Nursing interventions demonstrate an understanding and an appreciation of the psychosocial, cultural and spiritual variables influencing health care within the local South African context.

4.1. Identification of research needs and opportunities demonstrate an understanding of the current health status of the community.
* Demonstrates the ability to access and utilise information appropriately e.g. library facilities, Internet etc.
* The basic elements of the research process are identified.
* A mini-epidemiological study based on a community profile is drafted in respect of an identifiable sector of the community.
* A comprehensive family study in respect of a family in the community is undertaken.

4.2 Ethical principles applicable to nursing research are identified and applied where appropriate.

5.1. Community health service data is summarised and critically analysed.
* A health service is planned, using appropriate management principles.

5.3. Participates in decision-making regarding the acquisition and use of health resources.
* Prepares a simple budget.
* Facilitates interdisciplinary teamwork to provide optimal health programmes and services.
* Collaborates with a variety of health care providers and relevant persons from the multi-sectoral environment to develop a community health service.

5.4. Factors influencing policy and affecting the structure and functioning of community health services are identified.

5.5. Provides evidence of networking within specified context e.g. attendance at a meeting e.g. relevant nursing society;

5.6. Demonstrate evidence of professional development and responsibility.

Integrated assessment:

Continuous evaluation: (formative and summative evaluations): projects, individual and group; portfolios; learning diaries; tests, written and oral; oral presentations; clinical assessments; workplace assessments; simulations panel; assessments.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Vertical articulation with the B. Tech: Nursing: Community Health degree.

MODERATION OPTIONS

SERTEC and the South African Nursing Council

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

SERTEC (currently)

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.

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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PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

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1.	Durban University of Technology