SAQA Accreditation: Your Gateway to Recognised Palliative Care Training
When you choose a palliative care course from the Accredited Africa Training Institute for Capacity Development (AATICD), you are investing in a qualification that is SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned. SAQA is the South African Qualifications Authority — the body that registers unit standards on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and recognises this course as a credit-bearing programme. This means your certificate carries national weight, ensuring your skills are formally acknowledged by employers and regulatory bodies across South Africa.
Our palliative care courses are designed for healthcare workers, caregivers, and support staff who want to provide compassionate, competent care to individuals with life-threatening illnesses. With a focus on practical, person-centred approaches, you will learn to manage symptoms, offer emotional support, and coordinate care effectively.
Why SAQA Accreditation Matters
SAQA accreditation guarantees that your training meets rigorous quality standards. Every unit standard we offer is registered on the NQF, giving you credit-bearing recognition that can be stacked towards higher qualifications. Whether you are starting your career or upskilling, SAQA alignment ensures your hard work is officially recorded and valued.
Our courses are also SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned, providing triple assurance of quality. This triple accreditation means your certificate is recognised across sectors and by professional bodies, opening doors to further study and career advancement.
Our Palliative Care Courses
We offer a range of palliative care programmes, each aligned to a specific NQF level and unit standard. Here are some of the courses you can choose from:
- Assist With Palliative Care Training (NQF Level 1, 6 credits, 3 days) – Unit Standard 119565. Ideal for entry-level caregivers who want to provide basic palliative support.
- Palliative Care Principles For Life Threatening Disease Management Training (NQF Level 3, 10 credits, 7 days) – Unit Standard 117009. Builds on foundational knowledge to manage complex care needs.
- Support Clients Who Are Receiving Anti Retroviral Treatment Art Training (NQF Level 1, 6 credits, 3 days) – Unit Standard 119561. Focuses on supporting clients on ARV therapy.
- Supporting Clients With Psychiatric Disorders For Optimal Functioning Training (NQF Level 4, 16 credits, 13 days) – Unit Standard 117486. Addresses mental health alongside palliative care.
Flexible Learning Options
We understand that professionals have busy schedules. That is why we offer three delivery modes to suit your needs:
- Online: Study from anywhere with our interactive virtual classrooms and self-paced materials.
- On-campus in Pretoria: Attend face-to-face sessions at our training centre for hands-on learning.
- In-house: We bring the training to your organisation, customised to your team’s requirements.
Certificate of Competence
Upon completion, depending on the course taken you will receive an NQF-aligned Certificate of Competence that demonstrates your expertise. This certificate is a testament to your ability to apply palliative care principles in real-world settings, and it is backed by SAQA, SETA and QCTO accreditation.
How to Register
Ready to take the next step? Visit our courses page to view full details and see the live per-delegate rate on each course card below. For personalised assistance, email us at [email protected] or call +27 12 004 8389. Request a quotation for group bookings or in-house training via the same contact details.
Invest in your professional development with AATICD’s SAQA, SETA and QCTO accredited and aligned palliative care training. Your journey to recognised competence starts here.