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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Master of Technology: Homeopathy

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
967	Master of Technology: Homeopathy
ORIGINATOR
Committee of Technikon Principals
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
Was CHE until Last Date for Achievement			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Master's Degree	Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services		Curative Health
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	120	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 09	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"		SAQA 1536/01	2003-07-01	2006-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2007-06-30		2010-06-30

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 is replaced by:

Qual ID	Qualification Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Min Credits	Replacement Status
72186	Master of Technology: Homeopathy	Level 8 and above	Level N/A:Pre-2009 was L8+	120	Complete
74057	Master of Technology: Homeopathy	Level 8 and above	Level N/A:Pre-2009 was L8+	120	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Persons attaining this qualification will have competence in consulting, diagnosing, communicating holistic advice to and managing patients in the field of homoeopathy. They will function as primary contact practitioners, according to the scope of practice of a Homoeopath. In addition they will be competent to compound, dispense and prescribe medicines within that scope of practice, and be able to conduct research of homoeopathic relevance. The qualification will render them eligible for registration with the statutory body.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

A. FET Certificate at NQF 4 with:
Biology at NQF 4 (HG: D or SG: C
Physical Science at NQF 4 (HG: D or SG: C
English second language skills at NQF 4
Mathematics at NQF 4 (HG: D or SG: C

B. The prospective learner will be required to attend a panel interview comprising of members of lecturing staff and/or representatives of the profession.

C. The prospective learner will be required to complete a hand written assignment dealing with questions relating to homoeopathy.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

One
Assess the health status of the patient and make a diagnosis in order that appropriate treatment and management strategies may be implemented
1. To demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the normal structure and functioning of the human body (130 credits) NQF 5

2. Demonstrate a clinically based understanding of the nature and processes of abnormal physical and psychological functioning (45 credits) NQF 6

3. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of chemical processes (30 Credits) NQF 5

4. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of physical processes (15 credits) NQF 5

5. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the life forms found in nature (30credits) NQF 5

6. Demonstrate an understanding of the multifactorial nature of disease, its prevalence and prevention (20credits) NQF 5

7. Demonstrate the appropriate skills required for the diagnosis of disease (35 credits) NQF 6 (35 credits) NQF 7

8. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of human nutrition and apply this in the clinical context (5 credits) NQF 6 (5 credits) NQF 8

9. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required for homoeopathic case taking, analysis, repertorisation and prescription in order to provide appropriate management of the patient (15 credits) NQF 6 (30 credits) NQF 7 (30 credits) NQF 8

10. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles and philosophy of homoeopathy (15 credits) NQF 5 (5 credits) NQF 6 (10 credits) NQF 7 (10 credits) NQF 8

11. Identify and treat and/or refer cases that require adjunctive management (10 credits) NQF 8

12. Communicate appropriately with other registered health professionals (5 credits) NQF 7 (10 credits) NQF 8

13. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the substances utilise and encountered in homoeopathic practice
(25 credits) NQF 6 (30 credits) NQF 7 (30 credits) NQF 8

14. Demonstrate ethical conduct (5 credits) NQF 7

Two
Fulfil the requirements for the licensing of a homoeopathic practice
1. Demonstrate the knowledge of the requirements necessary for licensing of the Homoeopathic practitioner and the control of homoeopathic medicines according to the stipulations of good dispensing practice (GDP) in line with the relevant act and regulations (3 credits) NQF 7

2. Communicate a theoretical knowledge and understanding of the principles of homoeopathic pharmacy (10 credits) NQF 7

3. Compound and dispense homoeopathic remedies according to appropriate homoeopharmaceutical methodologies (10 credits) NQF 7

4. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the legislation pertaining to homoeopathic pharmacy (2 credits) NQF 7

Three
Communicate holistic advice on health management
1. Demonstrate the ability to be an effective communicator (10 credits) NQF 7

Four
Be competent in establishing and managing a practice
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the legislation and regulations governing the establishment and management of a homoeopathic practice (5 credits) NQF 7

2. Apply basic financial management and accounting principles to the running of a homoeopathic practice (5 credits) NQF 7

3. Display professional conduct in the interaction with patients, associated professionals, staff and the public in general (5 credits) NQF 7

Five
Evaluate, conduct and present scientific research in the field of Homoeopathy
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of research methodology (15 credits) NQF 7

2. Apply the principles of research methodology in a homoeopathic research context (20 credits) NQF 8

3. Demonstrate an ability to present homoeopathically related research findings (25 credits) NQF 8

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

One
1. Anatomical structures are identified and described on a gross and microscopic level
* An integrated knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the human is demonstrated in which structure is related to function.

2. The processes of abnormal human physical and psychological functioning are recognised and described
* The clinical significance of any dysfunction is analysed and interpreted

3. General chemical processes are defined and reflected by written and oral means
* Chemical processes relating to the functioning of the human body are defined and reflected by written and oral means

4. The nature and relations of processes operating in the physical world are defined and reflected in oral and written assessment

5. Give written evidence of the kingdoms of nature
* Give written evidence of the ecological interdependence of life
* Given written and oral evidence of some of the organisms in nature

6. The nature and prevalence of disease processes including their prevention and prophylaxis is recognised and described
* The effect of environmental and socio-economic factors in disease processes and the converse effect of disease on the individual and society is identified and described

7. Relevant knowledge is applied in identifying and conducting appropriate examinations and investigative procedures required for patient management
* The ability to analyse the elicited data to reach a diagnosis is demonstrated

8. An understanding of micronutrients and macronutrients and their effect on the health status of the patient is demonstrated.
* The diet and dietary needs of the patient is assessed in order to give appropriate advice, counselling and prescription of nutritional supplements

9. A homoeopathic case history is taken using appropriate techniques of case taking
* Homoeopathic case analyses are performed for a range of presenting cases
* Demonstrate proficiency in repertorisation
* The similimum of presenting cases is found and appropriate prescriptions formulated
* Presenting cases are managed appropriately and effectively

10. Written and oral evidence of the knowledge of philosophy of medicine in general and of homoeopathic philosophy in particular is provided
* The principles and philosophy of homoeopathy are applied in all clinical contexts

11. An understanding and knowledge of complementary therapies is demonstrated
* Complementary therapies are applied appropriately and correctly in areas where the learner has been trained and licensed

12. The need for referrals is identified where appropriate to a case
* Relevant clinical information is communicated correctly, professionally and effectively

13. An understanding of the scope of homoeopathic Materia Medica is demonstrated
* A comprehensive knowledge, understanding and application of remedies used in practice id demonstrated
* An understanding of the clinical relevance of other substances encountered in homoeopathic practice is demonstrated

14. A knowledge and application of the principles of ethical conduct is demonstrated

Two
1. The knowledge required and the abilities needed to manage and control homoeopathic medicines in a practice context is demonstrated by describing management and control procedures and practices and by analogy the procedures and practices of professionals
* GDP is demonstrated and performed within the framework of the relevant act and regulations, for given contexts.

2. The principles of homoeopathic pharmacy are described, explained and evaluated

3. Adequate and appropriate compounding and dispensing techniques necessary for the practice of homoeopathic pharmacy in accordance with the requirements of GDP are demonstrated in given contexts

4. The legislation and regulations that pertain to homoeopathic pharmacy can be described, quoted and identified
* The legislation and regulations of homoeopathic pharmacy is applied appropriately and correctly

Three
1. Patient diversity is acknowledged
* Patient dignity is maintained
* Verbal and non-verbal communication skills are effectively demonstrated
* The nature of the examination and requirements of the patient are clearly explained
* Appropriate responses to the patient's needs and requests in accordance with the ethical code of practice are demonstrated

Four
1. Written evidence of knowledge of pertinent legislation and regulations is provided

2. A practice feasibility study and business plan is conducted
* An understanding and application of the basic principles of financial management is given by means of written evidence
* A basic understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as they apply to homoeopathic practice is given by means of written evidence

3. The principles of professional conduct are described and evaluated by means of oral and written evidence.

Five
1. An aptitude for critical analysis is demonstrated
*. An understanding of the scientific method and its relevance to research is provided by means of written evidence
* An understanding of research methodology is demonstrated in writing

2. A research study in an appropriate homoeopathic research context is planned, conducted and executed

3. A well-structured dissertation is presented
* A scientifically acceptable account of the problem, the findings and conclusions is presented

Integrated assessment:

Formative:
Practical and theory tests (written and oral) with feedback, projects and assignments, assessment of laboratory practice, assessment of clinical competencies (including self and peer assessment) with feedback and evaluation of experiential learning, simulations.

Summative:
Year-end examinations, objective structured clinical examinations (OSCE's), clinical case evaluations, research project and dissertation.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Vertical: D.Tech

MODERATION OPTIONS

SERTEC and Chiropractors, Homoeopaths and Allied Health Service Professions Council of South Africa.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

SERTEC

NOTES

While South Africa still had Technikons, all of their qualifications were registered under the Committee of Technikon Principals. After the Technikons became Universities of Technology or merged with Universities, the qualifications were registered under each of these institutions, and the CTP qualifications fell away (hence the end date of 2006, above). Where relevant, replacement information is s
hown in the table above.

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

When qualifications are replaced, some of their learning programmes are moved to being recorded against the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replacement.

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PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

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