TUT Baccalaureus Technologiae BTech in Nursing: Occupational Health

BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE IN NURSING: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Qualification Code: BTON02 – NQF Level 7 Campus: Pretoria Campus

Notice for Prospective Students: As of 2020, we will no longer accept applications for this qualification. Interested applicants should refer to the University’s website for new qualifications in alignment with the Higher Education Qualification Sub-Framework.

Admission Details:

a. Prerequisites:

• A basic NQF Level 6 bachelor’s degree or equivalent diploma in nursing from a recognized South African institution.
• Professional Nurse registration with the South African Nursing Council.
• A minimum of one year’s clinical experience post qualification and current clinical employment.
• International qualifications are considered but require a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation submitted alongside the application.
• Proof of English proficiency might be necessary. Specific additional courses may be needed depending on the equivalency of the qualification.

b. Selection Method: Applicants undergo evaluation by a departmental selection committee.

c. Course Duration: The course spans one year but is presented in block-mode over two years.

d. Intake Period: Admissions open in January.

e. Policies on Exclusion and Readmission: Refer to Chapter 2 of the Student’s Handbook.

f. Recognition of Prior Learning and Equivalence: Consult Chapter 30 of the Student’s Handbook for details.

g. Work-Integrated Learning: This component is woven throughout the curriculum.

h. Course Outcomes: Upon completion, students will be adept in:

• Delivering comprehensive occupational nursing care.
• Adhering to the legal and ethical guidelines of nursing and health professions.
• Managing occupational health care environments.
• Applying research principles to occupational health nursing.

Course Breakdown:

First Year:

• Nursing Management IVA (NMG40AT) – 0.075 credits
• Nursing Research I (NRH100T) – 0.150 credits
• Occupational Health IV (OCH400T) – 0.350 credits

Total Credits for the First Year: 0.575

Second Year:

• Nursing Management IVB (NMG40BT) – 0.075 credits (Prerequisite: Nursing Management IVA)
• Occupational Health Nursing Theory IV (OCN40PT) – 0.175 credits
• Occupational Health Nursing Practice IV (OCN40QT) – 0.175 credits

Total Credits for the Second Year: 0.425 Total Credits for the Full Course: 1.000

Course Syllabus: (Note: The syllabus might undergo updates to stay aligned with industry needs. A comprehensive syllabus is available at the Department or in the respective study guide.)

1. Nursing Management IVA (NMG40AT): Focus on leadership, health service management, nursing ethics, and professional practice dynamics.
2. Nursing Management IVB (NMG40BT): Emphasis on human resource management, public administration, project management, and practical experience.
3. Nursing Research I (NRH100T): Comprehensive study of the research process, strategies, problem identification, literature reviews, hypothesis formation, and data collection methods.
4. Occupational Health IV (OCH400T): Covers the history and variables of occupational health, risk assessments, occupational safety, workplace hygiene, and health promotion.
5. Occupational Health Nursing Theory IV (OCN40PT): Delves into the principles, fundamentals, and roles of occupational health nursing, as well as workplace assessments, disease screenings, and treatment modalities.
6. Occupational Health Nursing Practice IV (OCN40QT): Addresses the nursing management of specific diseases, physical examination skills, palliative care, and community development.

For an exhaustive understanding of the syllabus, prospective students are encouraged to consult the course handbook.