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Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care at Netcare Education (Pty) Ltd

Netcare Education (Pty) Ltd, South Africa

Programme overview

A one-year qualification allowing graduates to register with the HPCSA as an Emergency Care Assistant (ECA). It is offered at the Durban North (KZN) and Midrand (Gauteng) campuses.

Faculty: Faculty of Emergency and Critical Care (FECC)  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Basic Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Physics, Chemistry), End User Computing, Mental Health and Wellness, Foundations of Professional Practice, Physical Preparedness and Emergency Medical Care theory, practical and clinical practice.

Career pathways

Graduates can find employment in private or provincial Emergency Medical Services, fire departments and the military.

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Application information

Nursing programme commencement dates are in January of every year; capacity is restricted in line with South African Nursing Council determinations.

Nursing applications are managed through KR Education and pre-selection assessments run throughout the year for the next available intake; the application fee is R490.

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