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Diploma in Corrections Management

The Diploma in Corrections Management is a Level NQF Level 06 qualification consisting of 360 credits, originated by University of South Africa. It is currently registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).

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NQF Level

NQF Level 06

Total Credits

360

Qualification Type

National Qualification

Originator

University of South Africa

Last Checked: 24 October 2026 Verification Status: 100%

Registry & Taxonomical Mapping DOC REF: NQF / 101101

I. Classification

Primary Field Field 008 - Law, Military Science and Security

Sub-Field Safety in Society

Sub-Framework HEQSF

II. Quality Assurance

Originating Body University of South Africa

QA Functionary CHE

Learning Program No

III. Historical Framework

Pre-2009 NQF Not Applic

ABET Band Undefined

LP Recorded Against —

This qualification is officially classified under Field 008 - Law, Military Science and Security (Safety in Society) on the National Qualifications Framework. It operates on the HEQSF sub-framework, with quality assurance governed by CHE. No legacy classification exists prior to the 2009 NQF framework revision.

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This qualification is registered on the HEQSF sub-framework. Quality assurance is overseen by the CHE. It is officially originated by University of South Africa.

Sub-framework: HEQSF. QA Functionary: CHE

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SAQA ID: 101101

Cert ID: FM-B6609A74B03E1266

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Modules mapped to this qualification:

PUB260212 Cr

Protection Services

PUB370112 Cr

Public Management Skills

PUB370312 Cr

Public Policy

ENG150312 Cr

Academic Language and Literacy in English

PEN260712 Cr

Administration of the Correctional Services Act

PEN260612 Cr

Admission and Release Mechanisms

BSW370412 Cr

Child, Youth, Family Care and Related Legislation

PEN260312 Cr

Community Corrections

BSW370312 Cr

Community Work: Theories, Approaches and Models

PEN260812 Cr

Correction and Care

PEN370812 Cr

Correctional Management Control Mechanisms

PEN370712 Cr

Correctional Management Principles

PEN260512 Cr

Correctional Security

PEN370612 Cr

Correctional Services Administration III: Module II: Offender Development

PEN150312 Cr

Correctional Skills

PUB370712 Cr

Ethics in Public Administration and Administrative Justice

BSW260212 Cr

Focus Areas and Fields of Social Work Practice

PEN260112 Cr

Fundamental Penology

FUR260112 Cr

Fundamental Rights

BSW370212 Cr

Group Work: Theories, Approaches and Models

PEN260412 Cr

Introduction to Correctional Management

PEN150212 Cr

Introduction to Corrections Science

CMY150112 Cr

Introduction to Criminology: Crime, Offenders and Criminal Behaviour

PEN150112 Cr

Introduction to Fundamental Penology

ILW150112 Cr

Introduction to Law

BSW150112 Cr

Introduction to Social Welfare and Social Work

BSW150212 Cr

Introduction to Social Work as a Profession

PEN370112 Cr

Restorative Justice in Corrections

SJD150112 Cr

Social Dimensions of Justice

PEN260212 Cr

Social Dynamics in a Correctional Centre

PUB150112 Cr

The Nature, Content and Scope of Public Administration

BSW260112 Cr

The Social Work Helping Process within a Developmental Approach

PUB160112 Cr

The Structuring and Functioning of Public Services

PEN370412 Cr

Unit and Case Management in Correctional Services

PEN370512 Cr

Youth Corrections

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🧠 Understanding the Qualification

This qualification is registered at NQF Level NQF Level 06 on the National Qualifications Framework.

Credits: Requiring 360 credits, this indicates the estimated volume of learning. On the NQF, 1 credit represents approximately 10 notional hours of learning.

Qualification Type: It is classified as a National Qualification.

Field of Study: This qualification falls under the Field 008 - Law, Military Science and Security classification.

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What is the SAQA ID for Diploma in Corrections Management?

The SAQA ID for Diploma in Corrections Management is 101101.

What NQF level is this qualification?

This qualification is registered at NQF Level NQF Level 06.

How many credits is this qualification worth?

It consists of 360 credits.

Is this qualification still registered and active?

Yes, it is currently registered and active on the NQF.

What APS score is required?

APS requirements vary by institution. Please check the institution profile for specific admission points.

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NQF LevelNQF Level 06

Credits360

Minimum APS—

SAQA ID101101

Last Updated24 October 2026

TypeNational Qualification

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