Health and Social Studies
Health and Social Studies Programmes at Pretoria Technical College | N4–N6 & National Diplomas
Advance your career in healthcare and social services with practical, industry-aligned training. We offer NQF-certified programmes designed to equip students with essential skills for immediate employment
Health and Social Studies
Skills Programme: First AID Course Skills
Minimum Entry Requirements: Grade 9 – 12, N4 OR NQL 4 English/ Basic/ Intermediate First Aid.
Duration: 1 Week Course
Career Opportunities: Primary Health Worker, First Aider, Paramedics
Occupational Certificate: Health Promotion Officer
Minimum Entry Requirements: Grade 9 – 12, N4 OR NQL 4 English.
Duration: 12 Months
Career Opportunities: Primary Health Worker, Ancillary Health Worker, Home Base Health, Community Health Worker, Home BaseCare HealthWorker.
Occupational Certificate: Social Auxiliary Worker NQF 5
Minimum Entry Requirements: Grade 12, English, /Social Auxiliary WorkNQFL4
Duration: 1 Yearand6Months
Career Opportunities: Social Auxiliary Worker/Victim Empowerment Worker, Community Service Worker , Crisis Intervention Worker, Life.
Occupational Certificate: Occupational Safety, Health and Quality Practioner
Minimum Entry Requirements: Grade12,with Mathematical Literacy
Duration: 24 Months
Career Opportunities: Occupational Health and Safety Officer, Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator,Health & Safety Advisor, or Risk Assessor.
Health & Social Department
Campus :
City Campus (PTA).
Durban Campus
Pretoria West Campus
- info@pretoriatechnical.co.za
- +27 12 320 3600
- +27 31 304 9000
- +27 12 320 0034
(Mon - Fri : 08.00-17.00)
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Pretoria Technical College’s Health and Social Studies programmes provide comprehensive training in healthcare, first aid, social work, and occupational safety. Students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills that are recognised nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about our Health and Social Studies programmes.
Students must have a minimum of Grade 9–12 depending on the specific course and meet NQF level requirements as outlined per programme.
Programmes range from a 1-week First Aid course to 30 months for the Occupational Safety, Health, and Quality Practitioner programme.
Yes, all programmes are accredited by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and aligned with FET/TVET standards.
Yes, all programmes combine classroom instruction with hands-on practical experience to prepare students for workplace readiness.
Graduates can work as health workers, social auxiliary workers, first aid responders, occupational health and safety officers, and more.
Yes, several programmes lead to N4–N6 qualifications or National Diplomas recognised across South Africa.
Some programmes offer flexible scheduling; students should consult the college for part-time options.
Pretoria Technical College provides guidance and connections to internships, community placements, and industry networks.